How Does this Blog Work? UPDATED!
How do I register?
- First you click the “Register” link near the top of the blog’s home page.
- Next, you create a username and provide your email address. A password is emailed to you immediately. You can then log on to the administrative area of the blog.
- By registering, you will be able to contribute to discussions by posting messages, comment on others’ posts, sign up for mailing lists, and request notification when posts are written in categories you select. It is not necessary to register if you simply want to read unrestricted areas of the blog.
How do I change my password?
- After you register and login, the site will open in the admin area.
- From there, you may create a profile for yourself and change your password if you like.
- To go from the admin area to the actual blog, click the link at the top that says “View Site.” It’s right next to the “Write Mind” title.
How do I create a new post?
- The process of creating a new post in WordPress is easy
- Login to your WordPress Administration Panel.
- Click the tab for Write.
- Start filling in the blanks.
- Be sure to check the appropriate category (on the right) that you want your post to appear in, and uncheck any other categories that might be checked.
- When you are ready, click Publish.
If you would like more detailed instructions, you may click this link to go to Word Press’s step-by-step instructions.
How do I comment on a post?
- The first time you make a comment, it will not be posted until an administrator has read and approved it. This feature helps control “spam comments” from spammers.Once you have an approved comment, you’ll be able to post a comment without approval.
- Click the title/header of the post you want to comment on.The post will open on a new page. Below the post will be a comment box.
- Type your comment in the box and click “Submit Comment.”