Understanding Content Management

This article explains how to manage content on your Web60 WordPress website, including adding new pages, editing existing content, and organizing your media files.

What is Content Management in WordPress

Content management in WordPress means creating, editing, and organizing the text, images, and other materials that appear on your website. WordPress divides content into two main types:

• Pages - Static content like your About page, Contact page, or Services page
• Posts - Dynamic content like blog articles or news updates

Adding New Content

Creating New Pages

1. Log into your WordPress admin dashboard
2. Click "Pages" in the left sidebar
3. Click "Add New" at the top of the page
4. Enter your page title in the field at the top
5. Add your content using the block editor below
6. Click "Publish" when ready to make the page live

For detailed guidance on adding pages, see our adding pages to your website article.

Creating New Posts

1. Click "Posts" in the left sidebar
2. Click "Add New"
3. Enter your post title
4. Add content using the editor
5. Set categories and tags if needed
6. Click "Publish" to make it live

Editing Existing Content

Finding Content to Edit

1. For pages: Go to "Pages" > "All Pages"
2. For posts: Go to "Posts" > "All Posts"
3. Hover over the content title
4. Click "Edit" that appears below the title

Using the Block Editor

WordPress uses a block editor called Gutenberg. Each piece of content (text, image, button) is a separate block:

• Click the "+" button to add new blocks
• Click on existing blocks to edit them
• Drag blocks up or down to reorder them
• Use the settings panel on the right to adjust block options

For more detailed editing guidance, see using the WordPress block editor.

Managing Images and Media

Adding Images to Your Content

1. In the editor, click "+" to add a new block
2. Select "Image" from the block options
3. Choose "Upload" to add a new image from your computer
4. Or choose "Media Library" to use existing images
5. Select your image and add alt text for accessibility

Organizing Your Media Library

1. Go to "Media" > "Library" in your dashboard
2. View all uploaded images, documents, and videos
3. Click on any item to edit its title, alt text, or description
4. Use the search box to find specific files

For comprehensive media management tips, read our adding images and media guide.

Organizing Your Content Structure

Setting Up Menus

Menus help visitors navigate your website:

1. Go to "Appearance" > "Menus"
2. Create a new menu or edit existing ones
3. Add pages, posts, or custom links to your menu
4. Drag items to reorder them
5. Create dropdown menus by dragging items slightly to the right

Categories and Tags

For blog posts, use categories and tags to organize content:

• Categories - Broad topics like "News" or "Products"
• Tags - Specific keywords like "Dublin" or "Small Business"

Both help visitors find related content and improve your site's organization.

Publishing and Scheduling Content

Before publishing, you can:

• Save Draft - Keep working on it later
• Preview - See how it looks on your live site
• Schedule - Set it to publish automatically at a future date
• Publish - Make it live immediately

Use the "Document" panel on the right to set publication options.

If you're still stuck with content management, contact Web60 support through your dashboard. Include details about what type of content you're trying to manage and any error messages you're seeing.

FAQ

Q: What's the difference between pages and posts?

A: Pages are for permanent content like your About or Contact page. Posts are for regular updates like blog articles or news, and they appear in chronological order.

Q: Can I edit my website content without knowing code?

A: Yes, WordPress uses a visual block editor that works like a word processor. You can add text, images, and other content by clicking and typing.

Q: How do I change the order of my website pages?

A: Page order is controlled by your website menu, not the pages themselves. Go to Appearance > Menus to rearrange how pages appear in your navigation.

Q: What happens if I accidentally delete important content?

A: WordPress keeps deleted content in the Trash for 30 days. Go to Pages > All Pages, then click "Trash" to restore deleted pages. You can also restore from a Web60 backup.

Q: Can I schedule blog posts to publish automatically?

A: Yes, when editing a post, click "Publish" then change "Immediately" to a future date and time. The post will go live automatically at that time.

Q: How do I add images to my content?

A: In the editor, click the "+" button, select "Image", then either upload a new image or choose from your Media Library. Always add alt text to describe the image.

Q: Why can't visitors find my new page?

A: New pages aren't automatically added to your website menu. After creating a page, go to Appearance > Menus to add it to your navigation so visitors can find it.