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orbit-block-json-validate

Validate WordPress plugin block.json files against the Block Metadata schema.

2|1|Updated Apr 20, 2026
Search Tags:#plugin development#schema validation#WordPress#block.json#WP core
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/adityaarsharma/orbit --skill orbit-block-json-validate
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Skill: orbit-block-json-validate
Source: https://github.com/adityaarsharma/orbit/tree/main/skills/orbit-block-json-validate
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/adityaarsharma/orbit --skill orbit-block-json-validate

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill unit helps ensure that WordPress plugin developers adhere to the latest 'block.json' schema standards, catching potential errors early to prevent runtime issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Schema Validation: Checks every 'block.json' in a WordPress plugin against the current Block Metadata schema.
  • Compatibility Checks: Ensures that 'block.json' files are compatible with the latest WordPress versions.
  • Use Case: Before submitting a plugin to WP.org or releasing a new version, use this Skill to validate all 'block.json' files for any potential issues.

Quick Start

Run the skill by executing the following command: /orbit-do-it ~/plugins/my-plugin

Frequently Asked Questions about orbit-block-json-validate

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate a block.json file for WordPress plugin development?▼

To validate a block.json file, run the tool against your plugin directory to check every file against the current WordPress Block Metadata schema, identifying compatibility issues and potential runtime errors before submission.

What is block.json schema validation and when do I need it?▼

Block.json schema validation is the process of checking your WordPress block metadata for adherence to current standards. You need it before submitting a plugin to WP.org or releasing a new version to ensure compatibility and prevent runtime issues.

Does this block.json validator work with WordPress 6.5 and newer versions?▼

Yes, the block.json validator applies to plugins requiring schema compliance for WP 6.5 and newer versions, ensuring that your block metadata adheres to the latest WordPress core standards and avoiding deprecated features.

How do I check my plugin for deprecated apiVersion usage in block.json?▼

You can check for deprecated apiVersion usage by running a schema validation scan on your block.json files, which provides feedback on deprecated apiVersion usage and flags any missing required fields needed for current WordPress compatibility.

What are the limitations of automated block.json schema validation?▼

Automated block.json schema validation is limited to identifying structural schema compliance, deprecated apiVersion usage, and missing required fields, but it cannot guarantee full functional correctness or resolve all complex runtime errors without manual review.

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