How to Efficiently Create and Manage New Blog Posts

Crafting and managing blog posts is a crucial aspect of keeping your website both engaging and informative. This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough on how to create new blog content within your CRM, from start to finish. Additionally, we'll address common questions and provide helpful troubleshooting tips for a seamless experience.

Steps for Creating a Blog Post

1. Access the Website Management Section

Start by navigating to the "Sites" section of your CRM to manage your blog content.

2. Open the Blog Management Tab

Click on the "Blogs" tab located at the top of the page to proceed.

3. Initiate a New Blog Post

Select the "+ New Post" button to begin the process of creating a fresh blog entry. 

Completing the Blog Post Form

After clicking "+ New Post," a form will appear for you to fill in the following details:

• Blog Page Title: Specify the title for the page where your blog posts will be displayed.

• Domain and URL Slug: Choose the appropriate domain and create a unique slug. A preview of your blog URL will appear.

• Meta Description: Write a concise description summarizing the content of the blog.

Once you've filled in these fields, click the “Create” button followed by "+ Create Blog Post" to proceed to the next step. 

4. Input Blog Post Details

Fill in the necessary fields for your blog post, including:

• Post Title: Enter the title of your blog post.

• Cover Image: Upload or choose a cover image from your media library by clicking the "Change" button. Double-click the image to add it to your post. To update or delete the image, use the "Change" or "Remove" options. The recommended dimensions are 600px by 400px, with a maximum file size of 10MB.

• Alt Text for Image: Provide alt text for your cover image to enhance both accessibility and SEO performance.

• Post Preview Description: Add a brief description of your post (100-250 characters) that readers will see as a preview.

Once you're done, click "Create Post" to finalize your blog entry setup. 

Adding and Customizing Blog Content

After creating your post, you’ll be presented with a sample blog that you can either edit or replace. Here are the available customization tools:

• Undo/Redo: Quickly reverse or reapply recent changes.

• Text Styling: Modify text with bold, italic, underline, and other formatting options.

• Alignment & Indentation: Adjust text alignment and spacing with various options, including left, center, right, and justify.

• Lists: Easily add numbered, bulleted, or to-do lists.

In addition, you can adjust text and background colors, insert media, and even integrate AI-driven content suggestions. 

Post Management Options

In the action menu, you will find several options to manage your post:

• Copy Blog Post: Duplicate the existing post.
• Preview Blog Entry: View how your blog will appear before publishing. Ensure you save any edits first.
• Revision History: Review previous versions of your blog post.
• Remove Blog Post: Permanently delete the post if necessary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I schedule a blog post to publish at a later date?
A: Yes, you can set the desired publication date and time in the post settings to schedule future posts.

Q: What steps can I take to improve the SEO of my blog?
A: Optimize your blog by incorporating relevant keywords in the title, meta description, and throughout the content. Add alt text for all images and use clear headers and subheadings.

Common Issues and How to Solve Them

• Formatting Glitches: If you encounter formatting errors, use the "clear format" option to reset specific areas or the entire post.

• Image Upload Problems: Make sure that images meet the recommended size of 600px by 400px and do not exceed the file size limit of 10MB.

• Preview Not Updating: If the preview is not reflecting recent changes, try saving your draft again and refreshing the preview.

By following this guide, you will be able to efficiently create, manage, and optimize blog posts within your CRM platform, ensuring that your website remains a dynamic and engaging space.