---
title: "How to Create Pages"
source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/software/learndash/academy/how-to-create-pages/"
description: "[wp101 video=\"create-pages\"] In this video, the instructor introduces pages in WordPress and shows how to create, edit, and organize them, while highlighting ho…"
vertical: "Software"
area: "Academy"
topics: ["General WordPress", "Getting Started", "How To", "WordPress 101"]
date: "2023-02-22"
last_modified: "2023-02-22"
---

# How to Create Pages

\[wp101 video=”create-pages”\]

In this video, the instructor introduces **pages** in WordPress and shows how to create, edit, and organize them, while highlighting how they differ from blog posts.

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#### **1. Difference Between Posts and Pages**

- **Pages**: Contain **static content** that doesn’t change often (e.g., *About Us*, *Contact*).
- **Posts**: Time-sensitive content, listed **chronologically** on a blog, with the newest post on top.
- Websites can be: 
    - Entirely posts (a blog)
    - Entirely pages (a static site)
    - Or a mix of both (most common and recommended for SEO).

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#### **2. Default Pages in WordPress**

- By default, new WordPress sites include: 
    - A **Sample Page**
    - A **Privacy Policy** (covered later)

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#### **3. Creating and Editing a Page**

- Uses the same **block editor** as posts, with access to the full block library.
- Steps: 
    1. Open or create a new page.
    2. Update the **title** and add content.
    3. Add a **featured image**, similar to posts.
    4. Decide whether to allow **comments** on the page (commonly turned off for static pages).
    5. Under **Page Attributes**: 
        - Choose a **template**.
        - Assign a **parent page** to create hierarchy.
        - Set a **page order** (affects navigation menu placement).
- Click **Publish**, review the settings, and confirm publication.

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#### **4. Viewing and Managing Pages**

- After publishing, the page will display with a **featured image** at the top, followed by your content.
- From the Dashboard: 
    - Go to **Pages > All Pages** to see a list of all pages.
    - Hover over a page to access action links: **Edit, Quick Edit, Delete, View**.
    - Select multiple pages for **Bulk Edit** or delete them.

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#### **5. Quick Edit and Bulk Edit**

- **Quick Edit** (individual page): 
    - Change the **title**, **slug (URL)**, **date/time**, **parent page**, or **order**.
    - Add a password or make the page private.
    - Enable/disable comments.
- **Bulk Edit** (multiple pages): 
    - Change **author**, **parent page**, **status**, or comments for multiple pages at once.

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### **Key Takeaway:**

Pages are essential for creating a structured, professional site with static information, while posts handle dynamic, time-sensitive content. WordPress gives you the flexibility to edit, organize, and protect pages just like posts.

In the **next video**, you’ll learn how to create and customize a **navigation menu** to help visitors easily find your content.