How to Add a New Blog Post to Your Resi Website

This guide provides a simple step-by-step approach to adding a new blog post to your Resi website. 

1. Access the WordPress Dashboard

   Log in to your WordPress Dashboard and navigate to the Blog section. 
   Don't have a login? Send us an email! 

2. Create a New Post

   Click "Add New Post."
   
   

3. Enter Your Blog Title

   Type in a compelling, descriptive title for your blog post.
   
   

4. Add Content

   Use the WordPress editor to enter and format your blog content.
   
   

5. Set a Featured Image

   -Go to the Post Panel on the right-hand side.
   -Click "Set Featured Image."
   -Click "Upload Files" and select an image.
   -Set Alt Text for your image to improve SEO (use this free tool for guidance).
   
   

6. Categorize Your Blog Post

   -Select the appropriate Category to help organize and filter your blog content.
   -If filtering isn’t working on your blog homepage, contact support@getresi.com for assistance.

7. Customize Your SEO Settings

   -The Meta Title is automatically set but can be updated under SEO Settings.
   -Add a Meta Description (a short summary of your blog post) to improve search engine visibility and encourage clicks.

8. Publish, Preview or Schedule Your Post

   -Click "Publish" to make your blog post live immediately.
   -Click "Preview" to see a preview version of your blog prior to publishing. 
   -Or schedule it for future publishing by selecting a date and time.

9. View and Edit Your Blog Post

   -Click "View Post" to check how it appears live.
   -To make changes later, go to Blog Posts and click "Edit" next to the post you want to update.
   
   

Step-by-Step Guide

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How do I log into Wordpress?

   To request access to WordPress, submit a support ticket. Our team will create your account and send you an email with your login credentials and further instructions.
   
   

2. How do I edit an existing blog post?

   Go to Blog Posts in the WordPress Dashboard, find your post, and click "Edit."
   
   

3. Why isn’t my blog post appearing on the website?

   Check if you’ve assigned the correct Category to your post and your post is Published. If issues persist, contact support@getresi.com.
   
   

4. What size should my images be?

   For optimal display, use images that are at least 1200px wide and compressed (jpg or webp file formats) for fast loading.
   
   

5. How do I improve SEO for my blog post?

   Ensure your Meta Title, Meta Description, and Alt Text are filled in. Use relevant keywords naturally in your content.
   
   

6. Can I schedule my blog post to publish later?

   Yes! Use the scheduling feature in WordPress to set a future date and time for automatic publishing.

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