Creating Blog Posts in WordPress
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1. Log in to WordPress Dashboard
- Follow the same steps as above to log in to your WordPress dashboard.
2. Navigate to Posts
- In the WordPress dashboard, click on “Posts” in the left-hand menu.
- Click on “Add New” to start a new blog post.
3. Add Post Title and Content
- Enter a title for your blog post at the top.
- Below the title, write your blog content using the visual editor. Format text, add images, and create links as needed.
- Use the “Publish” or “Save Draft” button on the right to save your work.
4. Set Categories and Tags (Optional)
- On the right-hand side, you can assign categories and tags to organise your blog posts.
- Categories help visitors navigate topics on your blog, while tags highlight specific keywords.
5. Featured Image (Optional)
- Below the content editor, you can set a featured image for your blog post.
- Click “Set featured image,” upload a new image or select one from your media library, and then click “Set featured image.”
6. Publish or Update
- Once your blog post is ready, click “Publish” to make it live on your website.
- Use “Update” to save changes to an existing post.
7. View Your Blog Post
- After publishing or updating, click “View Post” to see your blog post live on your website.
- You can edit or delete posts from the Posts section in the dashboard.