How to Create a Post (News Story or Announcement)

Modified on Wed, 8 Oct at 8:42 AM

This guide explains how to create a new WordPress Post with a title, body content, a featured image, and the correct category. It also covers how to publish immediately or schedule a post for later.

How to Create a Post

Follow these steps:

Step 1: Open Posts → Add New

  • Log in to WordPress.
  • From the Dashboard, go to Posts → Add New.

WordPress dashboard showing Posts menu



Step 2: Enter Title and Content

  • Enter a short, clear Title.
  • Add your Content in the editor (text, links, formatting).

WordPress post editor with sample content


  • In the right-hand panel, click Set featured image.
  • Upload a new image or choose one from the Media Library.

Set featured image link in WordPress

WordPress upload featured image modal


Step 4: Choose a Category

  • Scroll down to the Categories box.
  • Select the most appropriate category, or create a new one if needed.

Selecting category for WordPress post


Step 5: Publish or Schedule

  • To publish right away, click Publish.
  • To schedule, click Edit next to “Publish immediately,” choose a date/time, then click OK and Schedule.

WordPress publish settings edit



WordPress publish button for immediate publishingWordPress publish scheduling options



Step 6: Verify

  • Open your site in an Incognito/Private browser window - do not log in to your site.
  • Confirm the post appears in the blog/news section and the homepage feed if applicable.

Tip: Scheduling posts helps you keep a steady content rhythm, even when you are busy.

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