How to Add and Edit Posts

1. Create a New Post

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Log in to Your WordPress Dashboard:
   • Navigate to your site’s login URL, typically yoursite.com/wp-admin.
   • Enter your username and password to access the dashboard.
2. Navigate to Posts:
   • In the left-hand menu, hover over “Posts” and then click “Add New.”
3. Enter the Post Title:
   • At the top of the editor, you’ll see a text box labeled “Add title.” Enter your post’s title here.
4. Write Your Content:
   • Below the title box is the content editor. You can start typing your content directly into this area.
   • Use the formatting toolbar to add headings, bold or italic text, bullet points, etc.

2. How to Add an Image

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Within the Post Editor:
   • Place your cursor where you want to insert the image.
2. Click on Add Media:
   • Click the “Add Media” button located above the content editor.
3. Upload or Select an Image:
   • You can either upload a new image from your computer by clicking the “Upload Files” tab and selecting the file, or choose an existing image from your Media Library.
   • Once selected, click the “Insert into post” button.
4. Adjust Image Settings:
   • After inserting, you can click on the image to adjust alignment, size, or add a link.

3. Creating Links and Buttons

Adding Links

1. Highlight the Text:
   • Highlight the text you want to turn into a link.
2. Click the Link Icon:
   • Click the chain link icon in the formatting toolbar.
3. Insert URL:
   • Paste or type the URL you want to link to in the field provided.
   • Optionally, click the gear icon for additional settings, like opening the link in a new tab.
4. Click Apply:
   • Click the “Apply” button (usually represented as an arrow).

Adding Buttons

1. Use a Plugin:
   • Install and activate a plugin like “Buttonizer” or “MaxButtons” for more advanced buttons.
2. With the Block Editor (Gutenberg):
   • Click the + icon to add a new block.
   • Search for and select the “Button” block.
   • Enter your button text and URL.

4. Embed a PDF File

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Upload the PDF:
   • Go to “Media” > “Add New.”
   • Drag and drop your PDF file or click “Select Files” to upload.
2. Copy the URL:
   • Once uploaded, click on the PDF file in the Media Library and copy the URL.
3. Insert the URL:
   • In the post editor, paste the URL where you want the PDF link to appear, or use the “File” block in Gutenberg which allows you to upload a PDF directly.

5. Embed Video or Audio

Embedding Video

1. From YouTube (or other platforms):
   • Copy the video URL from YouTube.
   • Paste the URL directly into the post editor. WordPress will automatically embed the video.
2. Using the Video Block:
   • Click the + icon to add a new block.
   • Select the “Video” block, then upload a video file or insert from URL.

Embedding Audio

1. Using the Audio Block:
   • Click the + icon to add a new block.
   • Select the “Audio” block.
   • Upload an audio file from your computer or insert from URL.

6. Add a Featured Image

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Locate the Featured Image Box:
   • In the post editor, find the “Featured Image” meta box, usually located in the right-hand sidebar.
2. Set Featured Image:
   • Click “Set featured image,” then choose an image from your Media Library or upload a new one.
   • Click the “Set featured image” button.

7. Categories and Tags

Adding Categories

1. In the Post Editor:
   • In the right-hand sidebar, locate the “Categories” meta box.
   • Check the categories you want to assign the post to, or add a new category by clicking “Add New Category.”

Adding Tags

1. In the Post Editor:
   • In the right-hand sidebar, find the “Tags” meta box.
   • Enter tags separated by commas or click “Choose from the most used tags.”

8. Publishing Options

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Publish Immediately:
   • In the right-hand sidebar, under the “Status & visibility” section, click the “Publish” button.
2. Schedule a Post:
   • Click the “Immediately” link next to “Publish.”
   • Set your desired date and time, then click “Schedule.”
3. Save Draft:
   • Click the “Save Draft” button to save your progress without publishing.
4. Preview:
   • Click the “Preview” button to see how your post will look once published.
5. Visibility:
   • Choose the post visibility: Public, Private, or Password Protected.

9. Edit Existing Posts

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Access All Posts:
   • In the left-hand menu, hover over “Posts” and click “All Posts.”
2. Select the Post to Edit:
   • Find the post you want to edit and click its title or the “Edit” link that appears when you hover over it.
3. Make Your Changes:
   • Edit the content, title, images, links, etc., as needed.
4. Update Post:
   • Click the “Update” button in the right-hand sidebar to save your changes.

By following these steps, you can effectively manage posts, media, and content elements on your WordPress site. Whether you’re adding new posts, embedding various media types, or managing categories and tags, WordPress provides a robust set of tools to help you maintain a dynamic and engaging website.

If you have any specific questions or need further assistance with WordPress, feel free to ask!