I want to display views filter forms as a block

So, you want to display views filter forms as a block? Well, do not bother creating a hack for it because a module called Views Filter Block is there for you to download, install and use. 😀 The next question is what code should I place in that block that I am about to create. The answer is this one. The aforementioned link also contains tips on how to alter the display of the filter form.