{"id":8784,"date":"2023-03-13T23:28:07","date_gmt":"2023-03-13T23:28:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/?p=8784"},"modified":"2023-03-13T23:28:07","modified_gmt":"2023-03-13T23:28:07","slug":"the-surprising-secret-to-mastering-the-old-wordpress-editor-unlock-your-websites-full-potential","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/the-surprising-secret-to-mastering-the-old-wordpress-editor-unlock-your-websites-full-potential\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;The Surprising Secret to Mastering the Old WordPress Editor &#8211; Unlock Your Website&#8217;s Full Potential!&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_49 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"ez-toc-toggle-icon-1\"><label for=\"item-678743378600a\" aria-label=\"Table of Content\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><input  type=\"checkbox\" id=\"item-678743378600a\"><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/the-surprising-secret-to-mastering-the-old-wordpress-editor-unlock-your-websites-full-potential\/#Perplexing_Guide_to_Using_the_Classic_Editor_in_WordPress\" title=\"Perplexing Guide to Using the Classic Editor in WordPress\">Perplexing Guide to Using the Classic Editor in WordPress<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/the-surprising-secret-to-mastering-the-old-wordpress-editor-unlock-your-websites-full-potential\/#What_is_the_Classic_Editor\" title=\"What is the Classic Editor?\">What is the Classic Editor?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/the-surprising-secret-to-mastering-the-old-wordpress-editor-unlock-your-websites-full-potential\/#Using_the_Classic_Editor\" title=\"Using the Classic Editor\">Using the Classic Editor<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/the-surprising-secret-to-mastering-the-old-wordpress-editor-unlock-your-websites-full-potential\/#1_Open_the_Editor\" title=\"1. Open the Editor\">1. Open the Editor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/the-surprising-secret-to-mastering-the-old-wordpress-editor-unlock-your-websites-full-potential\/#2_Title_and_Content\" title=\"2. Title and Content\">2. Title and Content<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/the-surprising-secret-to-mastering-the-old-wordpress-editor-unlock-your-websites-full-potential\/#3_Adding_Media\" title=\"3. Adding Media\">3. Adding Media<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/the-surprising-secret-to-mastering-the-old-wordpress-editor-unlock-your-websites-full-potential\/#4_Categories_and_Tags\" title=\"4. Categories and Tags\">4. Categories and Tags<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mauricemuteti.info\/the-surprising-secret-to-mastering-the-old-wordpress-editor-unlock-your-websites-full-potential\/#5_Publish_or_Save\" title=\"5. Publish or Save\">5. Publish or Save<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Perplexing_Guide_to_Using_the_Classic_Editor_in_WordPress\"><\/span>Perplexing Guide to Using the Classic Editor in WordPress<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>As our world continues to advance technologically, older versions of software become outdated and unused, leaving many to abandon the old platform in favor of newer, fresher interfaces. WordPress&#8217;s old editor is no different, as many continue to turn to the Block Editor as their go-to interface.<\/p>\n<p>However, some are staying true to the Classic Editor, with its loyal fan base remaining strong. These users prefer the simplicity and familiarity of the Classic Editor, and time has not diminished their love for it.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Classic_Editor\"><\/span>What is the Classic Editor?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Prior to WordPress 5.0, the Classic Editor was the default editor for creating posts and pages. WordPress replaced it with the new Block Editor as the default editor, with the Classic Editor now being available via plugin install.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Using_the_Classic_Editor\"><\/span>Using the Classic Editor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>First and foremost, it is essential to ensure that the Classic Editor plugin is installed and activated on your WordPress site. Once you&#8217;ve done this, here&#8217;s how to get started:<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Open_the_Editor\"><\/span>1. Open the Editor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To start with the Classic Editor, open a new post or page in your WordPress dashboard. The interface will differ from that of the Block Editor, allowing for the Classic Editor to take the lead here.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Title_and_Content\"><\/span>2. Title and Content<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Begin by entering a title for your post or page at the top of the editor. Below that, there&#8217;s a large text box that you can utilize to input your content. Similar to basic word processors, its formatting options range from bold, italic, underline, to strikethrough.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Adding_Media\"><\/span>3. Adding Media<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Feel free to add images or other media to your post or page using the Add Media button located above the content box. Doing so will open your media library, where you can upload your own files or select the ones within the site&#8217;s library.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Categories_and_Tags\"><\/span>4. Categories and Tags<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On the right-hand side of the Classic Editor, you will find a panel catered for the entry of categories and tags into your post or page. Although not compulsory, this can help organize your content and make it easier for users to find.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Publish_or_Save\"><\/span>5. Publish or Save<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To publish your finished work, click the Publish button. Alternatively, you could save your draft in progress by clicking the Save Draft button.<\/p>\n<p>Despite some finding the Classic Editor&#8217;s interface outdated, it still provides a simple and straightforward way to create and publish content on your WordPress site. The editor remains a viable option for those who prefer simplicity and reliability in content creation.<\/p>\n<p>The Classic Editor is well-established and has a wealth of plugins and other tools available for users. 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