Basic Post Editor Functions: Text Formatting
Meta Description: Learn the essentials of creating compelling blog posts with this easy-to-follow tutorial on text formatting.
Introduction to Google Blogger's Basic Post Editor Function
Mastering the basic post editor functions is essential for creating engaging content. This tutorial will guide you through text formatting, adding images, and embedding videos, making your posts visually appealing and informative.
This tutorial will cover the fundamental features of most standard post editors. While the exact button icons or menu names might vary slightly depending on your platform (e.g., WordPress, Blogger, Squarespace, custom CMS), the core functionalities remain the same.
Let's dive in!
Part 1: Text Formatting
Text formatting helps improve readability and highlight important information.
Step 1: Access Your Post Editor
Log in to your website or blog's admin area.
Navigate to the section where you create new posts or edit existing ones (common labels include "Posts," "New Post," "Add New," "Content").
Click to create a new post or open an existing draft.
Step 2: Enter Your Text
Type or paste the content you want to include in your post into the main editing area.
Step 3: Apply Basic Formatting
Most editors have a toolbar, often located above the main text area, with icons for formatting.
Bold:
Highlight the text you want to make bold.
Click the "B" icon (or sometimes a bolded "A" or similar).
Keyboard Shortcut: Select text and press
Ctrl+B(Windows) orCmd+B(Mac).
Italic:
Highlight the text you want to make italic.
Click the "I" icon (or a slanted "A").
Keyboard Shortcut: Select text and press
Ctrl+I(Windows) orCmd+I(Mac).
Underline:
Highlight the text you want to underline.
Click the "U" icon (often with a line beneath it).
Keyboard Shortcut: Select text and press
Ctrl+U(Windows) orCmd+U(Mac).
Headings (H1, H2, H3, etc.): Headings are crucial for SEO and readability. H1 is typically your post title, so you'll mainly use H2, H3, etc., within your content.
Place your cursor on the line of text you want to turn into a heading.
Look for a dropdown menu labeled "Paragraph," "Normal," "Format," or "Styles."
Select the desired heading level (e.g., "Heading 2" for major sections, "Heading 3" for subsections).
Lists (Bulleted and Numbered):
Highlight the text you want to turn into a list, or place your cursor where you want the list to begin.
Click the "Bulleted List" icon (often three dots stacked with lines next to them) for unordered lists.
Click the "Numbered List" icon (often 1, 2, 3 with lines next to them) for ordered lists.
Links:
Highlight the text you want to turn into a hyperlink.
Click the "Link" icon (often a chain link or globe).
A pop-up or inline field will appear. Paste the URL you want to link to.
Optionally, you might see an option to "Open in new tab" – it's generally good practice for external links.
Click "Apply," "Insert," or "OK."
Congratulations! You've now learned the fundamental post editor functions for text formatting.
Module 1: Laying the Foundation – Getting Started with Google Blogger
Welcome to the World of Blogging for Income
Creating a Google account (if you don't have one).
Navigating the Blogger dashboard: key features and settings.
Selecting and customizing a Blogger template for a professional look.
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