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Create or Edit a Post in WordPress

Instructions:

WordPress posts are used for adding blog content to your website. This tutorial shows you how to create a simple post, add content, and manage your post settings.

Create a new post

  1. Log in to your WordPress website.
  2. From the dashboard, go to Posts.
  3. Click Add New.
  4. Use the default WordPress editor to create your post.
  5. Add a title for your post.
  6. Add your content into the editor.

You can also use the / shortcut to add different blocks, such as:

  • Headings.
  • Images.
  • Galleries.
  • Lists.
  • Quotes.

Add an image

  1. Add an image block to your post.
  2. Choose whether to:
    • Upload a new image.
    • Select an image from your Media Library.
  3. Select your image and add it to your post.

You can adjust image settings such as:

  • Image size.
  • Width and height.
  • Alignment.
  • Rounded corners.

Add alt text to images

Adding alt text is recommended for SEO and accessibility.

Alt text helps:

  • Search engines understand your images.
  • Screen readers describe images for people with visual impairments.

Try to use a clear description of what the image shows. You can also include relevant keywords where appropriate.

Manage post settings

On the right side, you’ll see your post settings.

Visibility

You can choose whether your post is:

  • Public.
  • Private.
  • Password protected.

Most posts should stay set to Public.

Publish settings

You can choose to:

  • Publish immediately.
  • Save as a draft.
  • Schedule the post for a later date.

You can also:

  • Stick the post to the top of your blog.
  • Change the author.
  • Submit the post for review.

Add categories and tags

Categories help organise your blog content.

  1. Select an existing category.
  2. Or click Add New Category to create a new one.

You can also create child categories by placing them under a parent category.

Tags work in a similar way but are used for more specific descriptions of your content.

For example:

  • Category: Tutorials.
  • Tag: Saving money.

Add a featured image

A featured image is the main image connected to your post.

  1. Select Featured Image.
  2. Choose an image from your Media Library.
  3. Add the image to your post.

Featured images are usually displayed at the top of your blog post and in blog listings.

Add an excerpt

An excerpt is optional.

If you don’t add one, WordPress will usually use the beginning of your post as the preview text.

Publish your post

  1. Review your settings.
  2. Click Publish.

Your post will now appear on your website.

You can always go back and switch it back to a draft if you need to make changes before publishing it again.

That’s how you create or edit a simple WordPress post.