WordPress Tutorials for Beginners: Learn the Basics Step by Step
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WordPress is powerful β but it can feel confusing when you’re just starting.
This guide will walk you through essential WordPress tutorials, step by step, so you can build and manage your blog with confidence.
π§ What Is a WordPress Tutorial?
A tutorial is a short guide that teaches you how to do something specific.
In WordPress, this can include:
- Creating pages and posts
- Managing menus
- Uploading images
- Embedding videos
- Installing plugins and themes
- Adjusting settings
π‘ The goal? Help you feel confident every time you log into your dashboard.
βοΈ 1. How to Create a Page or Post (H2)
Create a Page:
1. Go to Pages > Add New
2. Give your page a title (like “About”)
3. Add content using blocks (paragraph, image, listβ¦)
4. Click Publish
Create a Blog Post:
- Go to Posts > Add New
- Add a catchy title + body content
- Use headings (H2, H3) for structure
- Choose a category and tags
- Click Publish
π For more, check our guide: Start Your Blogging Journey
π¨ 2. How to Customize Your Blog
- Go to Appearance > Customize
- Change your logo, colors, and fonts
- Set your homepage layout
- Adjust your header, footer, and sidebar
This is where your blogβs style comes to life β¨
π§© 3. How to Install and Manage Plugins
- Go to Plugins > Add New
- Search for a plugin (like “Rank Math“)
- Click Install, then Activate
To manage plugins:
- Go to Plugins > Installed Plugins
- Deactivate or delete what you donβt use
ποΈ 4. How to Add Menus and Navigation
- Go to Appearance > Menus
- Create a new menu (like “Main Menu”)
- Add pages, categories, or custom links
- Assign it to a location (Header, Footer, etc.)
π Donβt miss our guide on Essential Pages Every Blog Needs
π 5. How to Manage Site Settings
- General: Site title, tagline, language
- Reading: Choose what shows on homepage
- Discussion: Control comments
- Permalinks: Set your post URL structure π‘ Use:
/post-name/
for clean, SEO-friendly links
π Summary Table
Task | Where to Do It |
Create Post/Page | Posts / Pages > Add New |
Customize Design | Appearance > Customize |
Install Plugins | Plugins > Add New |
Manage Menus | Appearance > Menus |
Change Site Settings | Settings > General, etc. |
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π¬ Final Thoughts
You donβt need to be a tech expert to run a blog.
With the right tutorials, WordPress becomes easy β and even fun.
Take it step by step, try things out, and donβt be afraid to learn as you go.
Your blog is your space. Make it yours π©΅