How to Log In and Write a Post in WordPress

So, you have this new WordPress blog/website and don’t know where to begin. Well, here’s a little video I made to help you get started.

Video Notes:

1. Type in your domain name and wp-login.php. Example. http://yoursite.com/wp-login.php
2. At the login screen type in your username and password and then click the “Log In” button.
3. After logging in you will be taken to your WordPress dashboard. To write a post click on the Posts tab on the left side.
4. Click “Add New” to add a new post.
5. Type your post title where it says “Enter title here” near the top of your screen.
6. Directly below the title you will see a menu of options for text formatting, adding pictures, etc.
7. Choose a category from the “Categories” section on the right side of the screen. You can create a new category by clicking “+Add New Category”.
8. Write your post in the large blank area below the title and menu.
9. Save your post by clicking “Save Draft” in the area to the right.
10. Preview your post by clicking “Preview”.
11. When you are satisfied with your post click the “Publish” button.
12. Your post will now be live on your site.

Stay tuned for more video tutorials on how to use your WordPress website.