Understanding WordPress post formats

WordPress includes many preinstalled post formats that can change the styling or layout of a post. Typically, post formats are used when you simply wish to publish a single image, a video, a linked quote or other media without the need for additional text.

Theme developers can extend the list of post formats and re-style default post formats for consistency with the overall site design.

Preinstalled post formats include:

  • aside – Similar to a Facebook note update, this content is styled without a title.
  • gallery – A gallery of images. The post should consist of a gallery shortcode that defines the image gallery to be displayed.
  • link – A link to another site
  • image – A single image. The first image included in the post could be said. Alternatively, the featured image may be selected.
  • quote – A quotation. It probably will contain a blockquote holding the quoted content. Alternatively, the quote may be just the content, with the source/author being the title.
  • status – A short status update, similar to a Twitter status update
  • video – A single video or video playlist
  • audio – An audio file or playlist
  • chat – A chat transcript

To define a post format, login to WordPress via the HostPapa Dashboard. Find the Format box on the right of the post editing page and use the radio buttons to select an option.

Post format box

If you need help with your HostPapa account, please open a support ticket from your dashboard.

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