How to Create a Page in WordPress
Creating a page in WordPress is a simple processthat allows you to add static content, like an ‘About Us’ or ‘Contact’ page, that typically doesn’t change often, unlike blog posts. Follow the steps below to create a page:
Step 1: Log in to Your WordPress Dashboard
- Go to your WordPress login page by typing your domain followed by
/wp-admin
(e.g.,www.yourdomain.com/wp-admin
). Note: If your site uses a custom login URL or WordPress is installed in a subdirectory, the login path may differ (e.g., www.yourdomain.com/blog/wp-admin). - Enter your username and password, then click Log In.
Step 2: Navigate to the Pages Section
- In the left-hand menu, click Pages, then click Add New to open the page editor.
Step 3: Add a Title to Your Page
- This opens the WordPress block editor where you can start building your page.
- In the title bar at the top, type in the title of your page (e.g., "About Us", "Services").
Step 4: Add Content to Your Page
- Below the title, you can add content using the WordPress block editor (Gutenberg), which lets you build pages using blocks of text, images, media, and layout elements.
- You can add:
- Text Blocks: Click on the plus (+) sign to add a paragraph or heading block.
- Media: Add images, videos, or galleries by selecting the appropriate blocks.
- Layouts: You can also add columns or other layout elements.
Step 5: Customize the Page (Optional)
- On the right-hand side of the screen, you will find several options to customize your page:
- Permalink: Set the URL slug for the page.
- Featured Image: Add an image that may represent the page in some themes or templates.
- Page Attributes: You can assign a parent page or change the page template if needed.
Step 6: Preview the Page
- Click on the Preview button at the top of the screen to see how your page will look before publishing.
Tip: You can preview your page on desktop, tablet, and mobile using the icons at the top of the preview screen.
Step 7: Publish the Page
- Once you’re satisfied with the content, click on the Publish button at the top-right corner.
- You will be asked to confirm publishing. Click Publish again.
Step 8: View Your Published Page
- After publishing, click View Page in the confirmation banner or from the top admin bar to see your new page live.