How to Add a Blog Post in WordPress
- George Apostolov
How to Add a Blog Post in WordPress: step-by-step guide
In the dashboard sidebar, click on 'Posts'.
Click 'Add new post'.
Start creating your blog post and enter a title for your blog post at the top.
Use the content editor by clicking the add icon to write your post. You can add text, images, videos, and other media by clicking the + icon.
Assign a category for your post on the right-hand side under 'Categories'. You can also create a new category if necessary.
Add relevant tags to help organize and improve the searchability of your content.
Set a featured image under the 'Featured Image' section, which will represent your post on the blog homepage.
Click 'Insert'.
Click 'Preview' at the top to see how your post will look before publishing.
Once you're satisfied with the post, click 'Publish' to make it live. You can also schedule it for a future date if you prefer.
Quick answer: To add a blog post in WordPress, navigate to Posts, select Add new post, and enter your title and content using the editor. Next, assign categories, add tags, set a featured image, and click Insert. Finally, preview the post and click Publish or schedule it for a future date.
About this WordPress tutorial
Publish a new blog post in WordPress by adding content, assigning categories and tags, setting a featured image, and scheduling or publishing. This guide shows how to add a Blog Post in WordPress in 10 steps, starting with "In the dashboard sidebar, click on 'Posts'" and finishing with "Once you're satisfied with the post, click 'Publish' to make it live. You can also sche...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add a Blog Post in WordPress?
10 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to Add a Button in Wordpress, How to Add a Contact Form in WordPress and How to Add a Countdown Timer to the WordPress Website. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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