Here’s a guide on how to add, edit, and delete posts in WordPress.
Adding a Post
1. Log in to your WordPress Admin Dashboard:
– Go to `http://yourdomain.com/wp-admin`
– Enter your username and password.
2. Navigate to the Posts Section:
– In the left-hand menu, click on “Posts”.
3. Add New Post:
– Click on the “Add New” button located at the top of the page or in the Posts submenu.
4. Enter Post Content:
– Add a title in the title field.
– Write your post content in the content editor below the title field. You can use the block editor (Gutenberg) to add different types of content blocks like paragraphs, images, headings, etc.
5. Add Categories and Tags:
– On the right-hand side, you can select or add new categories and tags for your post.
6. Set a Featured Image:
– Under the “Featured Image” section, click “Set featured image” to upload or select an image.
7. Publish the Post:
– When you’re ready to publish, click the “Publish” button in the top right corner. You’ll be prompted to confirm your choice.
Editing a Post
1. Log in to your WordPress Admin Dashboard:
– Go to `http://yourdomain.com/wp-admin`
– Enter your username and password.
2. Navigate to the Posts Section:
– In the left-hand menu, click on “Posts”.
3. Find the Post to Edit:
– Browse the list of posts or use the search bar to find the post you want to edit.
– Hover over the post title and click on “Edit”.
4. Edit Post Content:
– Make the necessary changes in the content editor.
– You can also update categories, tags, and the featured image.
5. Update the Post:
– Once you’ve made your changes, click the “Update” button in the top right corner.
Deleting a Post
1. Log in to your WordPress Admin Dashboard:
– Go to `http://yourdomain.com/wp-admin`
– Enter your username and password.
2. Navigate to the Posts Section:
– In the left-hand menu, click on “Posts”.
3. Find the Post to Delete:
– Browse the list of posts or use the search bar to find the post you want to delete.
– Hover over the post title.
4. Delete the Post:
– Click on the “Trash” link that appears under the post title.
– The post will be moved to the trash.
5. Permanently Delete (Optional):
– To permanently delete the post, go to the “Trash” section under Posts.
– Hover over the post and click “Delete Permanently”. By following these steps, you can efficiently manage your WordPress posts.