WordPress is one of the content management systems (CMS) used for Appalachian State University's Official University Websites. These articles are intended to help administrators of WordPress websites develop, manage, and audit the content of their websites.

Core WordPress Basics

• Logging Into WordPress
• Navigating the WordPress Dashboard
• User Roles and Permissions

Content Management

• Using the Divi Builder
• Creating a Revision (Contributors only)
• Creating and Editing Pages
• Creating and Editing Posts (e.g., News)
• Creating or Editing Custom Post Types (e.g., Profiles, Facilities, Exhibitions, etc.)
• Adding and Formatting Text
• Managing Images, Videos, and Other Media
• Embedding External Content (e.g., Google Calendar, Google Maps, forms, third-party widgets)
• Managing Categories and Taxonomies for Posts and Custom Post Types (Site Manager only)

Advanced Content Management

• Enabling/Disabling Page Elements
• Managing Global Elements in Divi

Site Maintenance and Best Practices

• Managing Menus and Navigation (Site Manager only)
• Updating the Footer Contact Area Widget (Site Manager only) 
• Reviewing Revisions (Site Manager and Editors only)
• Page-Specific SEO Practices
• Clearing Cache (Site Manager and Editors only)
• Maintaining Web Content

Additional Resources

While the following resources are not part of the required training, they may be helpful for those interested in more information.

• Divi Builder documentation
• WordPress Essential Training LinkedIn Learning course

Need Help With Your WordPress Site?

If you have questions about something in this documentation or about your website, feel free to reach out. For technical support, troubleshooting, or guidance on making updates to your WordPress site, please submit a Website Support Request ticket or contact the UCOMM Web Team directly at webmaster@appstate.edu. We'll be happy to assist you!