How to create pages on a blank WordPress site

If you chose not to use the Web60 Site Builder and are starting with a blank WordPress installation, you will need to create your pages from scratch. This is straightforward and does not require any technical knowledge.

This guide walks you through creating your first pages using the WordPress block editor.

Getting started

1. Open your WordPress editor by clicking WP Admin in your Web60 dashboard
2. In the left-hand menu, click Pages
3. You will see a mostly empty list (WordPress may include a sample page you can delete)
4. Click Add New Page at the top

The block editor explained

WordPress uses a block editor to build pages. Everything on a page is a "block" — a heading is a block, a paragraph is a block, an image is a block, and so on.

To add content to your page:

1. Type your page title in the large text area at the top
2. Click the + button (or just start typing) to add blocks below the title
3. Choose a block type. The most common ones are:
   • Paragraph for normal text
   • Heading for section titles
   • Image for photos or graphics
   • Buttons for clickable links like "Get in Touch" or "Learn More"
   • Columns to place content side by side
   • Cover for a large banner image with text overlay

You can move blocks around by clicking the up and down arrows that appear when you select a block, or by dragging them into place.

Essential pages to create

For most small business websites in Ireland, these four pages will cover what your visitors need:

Home page

This is the first thing people see. Keep it clear and welcoming. Include a short description of what your business does, and make it easy for visitors to find your other pages. You might include a heading, a short paragraph, and a button that links to your Contact page.

About page

Tell visitors who you are, what you do, and why they should trust you. If you are a local business, mention where you are based. A photo of you or your team adds a personal touch.

Services or Products page

List what you offer. Use headings to separate different services and include a short description of each one. If you have prices, this is a good place to show them.

Contact page

Include your phone number, email address, and business address. You can also add a contact form so visitors can message you directly from the page.

Using page templates

Some themes come with pre-designed page templates. When editing a page:

1. Click the Settings icon (gear icon) in the top right
2. Look for Template in the page settings panel on the right
3. If your theme offers templates (such as "Full Width" or "Sidebar"), you can choose one here

Not all themes include templates, and that is perfectly fine. The default template works well for most pages.

Saving drafts vs publishing

• Save Draft saves your work without making the page visible to visitors. Use this if you are not finished yet.
• Publish makes the page live on your website immediately.

You will find both options in the top right corner of the editor. You can switch a published page back to draft at any time if you want to hide it temporarily.

After creating your pages

Once you have your essential pages ready:

• Set up your navigation menu so visitors can move between pages
• Set your homepage so your Home page appears when people visit your website address

Need help?

Not sure where to start with your pages? Visit our support page and we will point you in the right direction.