Prepare 6.9.2 release

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Release Date 21st July 2026

Fixes

• Fixed Google Maps field values being double-encoded when saved inside a block.
• Inserting a Link field value in the Classic Editor no longer triggers validation for other required fields before the post is saved.
• Auto Inline Editing blocks no longer return truthy placeholder strings for empty field values fetched from a different post inside the block render template.
• V2 and V3 blocks no longer crash when rendering an oEmbed field whose title begins with [ or {.
• Field group location rules without a location value no longer cause PHP warnings on page load.
• Improved the appearance of the URL, Number, and Select fields on WordPress 7.0+.
• Fields now save on WooCommerce orders when using HPOS in compatibility mode.

Use of AI Tools

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