---
title: "How to Add an Image"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/software/learndash/academy/how-to-add-an-image/"
description: "[wp101 video=\"add-image\"] In this tutorial video, the instructor demonstrates how to enhance a WordPress post by adding images. Here's a concise breakdown of th…"
vertical: "Software"
area: "Academy"
topics: ["Block Tutorials", "Getting Started", "How To", "Videos", "WordPress 101"]
date: "2023-02-22"
last_modified: "2023-02-22"
---

# How to Add an Image

\[wp101 video=”add-image”\]

In this tutorial video, the instructor demonstrates how to enhance a WordPress post by adding images. Here’s a concise breakdown of the steps covered:

1. **Inserting an Image:**
    - Place the image by clicking the **plus icon** at the desired location in the post.
    - Choose the **Image block** and insert an image by: 
        - Uploading a file
        - Selecting from the **Media Library**
        - Drag-and-dropping from the desktop
        - Using an image **URL**
2. **Formatting Options:**
    - **Alignment:** Left, center, right, wide width, or full width
    - **Text Wrapping:** Aligning the image to the right allows text to wrap around it.
    - **Resizing:** Drag blue handles or enter exact dimensions (pixels or percentage)
    - **Add Caption:** Click below the image to include descriptive text.
3. **Image Block Settings:**
    - Access more settings via the **three-dot options menu**
    - Adjust **image style**, **alt text**, and **size (thumbnail, medium, full)**
4. **Adding a Link to the Image:**
    - Use the **insert link button** to: 
        - Link to the media file
        - Open the image in its own page
        - Link to an **external URL** (e.g., a Wikipedia page)
5. **Adding a Second Image:**
    - Insert another **Image block** via the slash command (`/image`)
    - This time, select an image from the **Media Library**
    - Edit alt text, title, caption, and description before inserting
6. **Advanced Formatting:**
    - Choose between **full width** and **wide width**
    - Use the toolbar to: 
        - **Crop**, **zoom**, **rotate**, or apply standard sizes (square, landscape, portrait)
7. **Previewing the Post:**
    - Use the **Preview** button to see how the post looks on: 
        - Desktop
        - Tablet
        - Mobile
        - Or open a preview in a new tab

By the end, the post includes two well-formatted images, making the content more visually engaging. The next video will cover adding **links and buttons**.