Draftly Advanced Content Blocks: Rich Text, Code, and Custom HTML
For content and layouts beyond the standard sections, Draftly provides flexible blocks for advanced users.
Rich Text Block
For formatted long-form content: blog posts, terms of service, detailed guides.
Supports:
- Headings (H1-H6)
- Bold, italic, underline
- Bulleted and numbered lists
- Blockquotes
- Inline links
- Tables
Best for: Blog post content, FAQ answers, policy pages, detailed service descriptions.
Code Block
Displays formatted code with syntax highlighting for technical sites:
- Select programming language for highlighting
- Copy-to-clipboard button auto-added
- Line numbers option
Best for: Developer portfolios, SaaS documentation pages, technical tutorials.
Custom HTML Block
The most flexible option — paste any HTML, including:
- Third-party widget embeds
- Iframes (maps, calendars, forms)
- Custom interactive elements
- Microdata markup
Security note: Custom HTML in Draftly is sandboxed. Scripts that require top-level page access should be added via Custom Code in Site Settings, not HTML blocks.
Combining Blocks
For complex layouts:
- Create a two-column section
- Left column: Rich Text block with content
- Right column: Custom HTML block with an embedded form or calendar
This combination handles most custom layout requirements without needing custom development.
When to Use vs. Standard Sections
Standard sections: most page layouts. Content blocks: when you need precise control over text formatting, code display, or embedded third-party content.
