The WordPress Classic Editor is a traditional content editing interface that allows for simple and straightforward content creation and editing. This documentation will guide you on how to make and edit content using the WordPress Classic Editor.
Creating New Content #
To create new content using the WordPress Classic Editor, follow the steps below:
- Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
- Click on “Posts” or “Pages” in the left-hand menu, depending on where you want to create the content.
- Click the “Add New” button at the top of the page.
Editing Existing Content #
To edit existing content using the WordPress Classic Editor, follow these steps:
- Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
- Click on “Posts” or “Pages” in the left-hand menu, depending on the type of content you want to edit.
- Select the post or page you want to edit from the list.
- The WordPress Classic Editor will automatically open the selected content for editing.
Content Formatting #
The WordPress Classic Editor offers various formatting options to customize your content. Some of the common formatting options include:
- Paragraph: Use this option for regular text content.
- Headings: Apply different heading levels to structure your content.
- Bold, Italics, and Underline: Emphasize or highlight specific words or phrases.
- Bulleted and Numbered Lists: Organize your content using bullet points or numbering.
- Blockquote: Use this option to create a block of quoted text.
Media and Embeds #
In the WordPress Classic Editor, you can easily add media files, such as images, audio, and video, to your content. Additionally, you can embed content from external sources such as YouTube videos, tweets, or Instagram posts using the embed feature.
Collaboration and Saving #
The WordPress Classic Editor supports collaboration by allowing multiple users to work on the same content simultaneously. It also provides options to save drafts, schedule posts/pages for future publishing, and preview your content before making it live.
Conclusion #
The WordPress Classic Editor provides a familiar and straightforward editing experience for creating and editing content on your WordPress site. Explore the various formatting options, media embedding features, and collaboration capabilities to enhance your content creation process.