# Neo #### A Matrix-like field type that uses existing fields Neo is a [Craft CMS](https://craftcms.com) field type that builds upon the concept of the [Matrix field type](https://craftcms.com/features/matrix) with a number of very useful features. Neo has been carefully crafted (pun intended) to ensure it matches the look and feel of Craft.
### Use existing fields In contrast to the Matrix field, block types are built using existing fields.
### Organise blocks with tabs Sometimes block types require having a lot of fields. Using the field layout designer, you can organise fields into tabs, much like when creating entry types.
### Group block buttons And sometimes you end up with many block types. Adding groups allows you to organise your block types into drop down menus.
### Set maximum blocks by type Neo has the ability to set a maximum count on individual block types.
### Allow blocks to contain children Let block types have the ability to contain child block types. You can filter what blocks are allowed within others, as well as set whether a block type can only be a child of another. ### Copy/Paste Blocks A copied block can be pasted anywhere within its field that allows that particular block type to exist. Neo copies/pastes a block with descendants, all descendant blocks are copied and pasted with the ancestor block. ## Documentation - [Installation](docs/installation.md) - [Creating Neo Fields](docs/creating-neo-fields.md) - [Templating](docs/templating.md) - [Eager Loading](docs/eager-loading.md) - [GraphQL](docs/graphql.md) - [Resources](docs/resources.md) - [API](docs/api.md) - [Plugin Compatibility](docs/plugin-compatibility.md) - [FAQ](docs/faq.md) - [Content Migration Guide: Updating, Duplicating and Creating Block Types](docs/content-migration-guides/updating-duplicating-creating-block-types.md) - [Updating to Craft 3.4 and 2.7.x+](docs/craft3.4.md) - [Changelog](CHANGELOG.md) --- *Created by [Benjamin Fleming](https://github.com/benjamminf)*
*Maintained by [Spicy Web](https://spicyweb.com.au)*