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Create and Manage Blog Posts

Creating a New Post​

  1. Start a New Post
    • From the left sidebar, click on "Posts"
    • Click the "Add New" button at the top of the page
    • Or use the "+ New" button in the top admin bar and select "Post"

add new post

  1. Add Your Content
    • Enter your post title at the top
    • Click in the main content area to start writing
    • Use the toolbar above the content area to format text, add links, etc.

write blog content

Assigning Categories​

  1. Find the Categories Panel

    • Look for "Categories" in the right sidebar
    • If you don't see it, click the gear icon (⚙️) at the top right to open the settings panel

  2. Add to Existing Category

    • Check the box next to the appropriate category
    • You can select multiple categories if needed

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Editing the URL Slug​

  1. Locate the Slug
    • Look in the right sidebar under "Post" settings
    • Find the "Permalink" or "URL slug" field
    • By default, it's created from your post title

edit slug

  1. Modify the Slug
    • Click to edit the slug
    • Use lowercase letters, numbers, and hyphens only
    • Keep it short and relevant to your content
    • Example: "my-blog-post-title"

change slug

  1. Add Featured Image
    • Find "Featured Image" in the right sidebar
    • Click "Set featured image"

featured image

  1. Choose Your Image
    • Upload a new image or select from your Media Library
    • Click "Set featured image" after selecting
    • The image will appear in the sidebar

⚠️ Important: Never use images found through Google searches or similar sources without proper licensing - using copyrighted images without permission can result in legal action and hefty fines. Only use images you own, have purchased, or have explicit permission to use.

  1. Image Tips
    • Use high-quality images
    • Recommended size: 1200 x 630 pixels
    • You can edit the image title and alt text after setting it

Image Optimization Guidelines​

  1. File Size Requirements

    • Keep images under 3MB (ideally under 1MB)
    • Large images significantly slow down your website
    • Slow websites can hurt your Google rankings

  2. Image Format Recommendations

    • Convert .jpg, .png images to .webp format for best performance
    • Use tools like CloudConvert for conversion
    • WebP offers better compression while maintaining quality

Publishing Options​

  1. Immediate Publishing
    • Click the "Publish" button in the top right
    • Review your settings in the pre-publish check
    • Click "Publish" again to make it live

post publishing

  1. Schedule for Later

    • Click the "Publish" button
    • Look for "Publish immediately"
    • Click the calendar icon to set a future date and time
    • The button will change to "Schedule"
    • Click "Schedule" to confirm

  2. Save as Draft

    • Click "Save draft" to save without publishing
    • Return to edit anytime from the Posts menu
    • Your draft won't be visible to the public

Tips for Success​

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  • Preview your post before publishing using the "Preview" button
  • Use categories consistently to organize your content
  • Choose clear, SEO-friendly slugs
  • Always add a featured image for better visual appeal
  • Schedule posts strategically for your audience

Need Help?​

Contact Alstra Solutions if you need assistance with any of these steps.