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Introduction to Markdown: Basic Syntax and Handy Formatting Examples
June 16, 2025
Markdown is a lightweight markup language that allows you to easily write in plain text. The term “Markdown” reflects the idea of simplifying (“down”) traditional “markup,” thereby enabling you to express structure and styling in a clear and readable way without using complex HTML tags. Main Features and Benefits of Markdown Simple and Easy-to-Learn Syntax: […]
Create a standalone custom-designed page in WordPress that is not affected by the theme
June 16, 2025
If you want to create a completely standalone individual page not affected by your WordPress theme, you can use one of the following methods. Each has its own use case, so choosing the right one depends on your specific needs. ✅ Method 1: Completely standalone file using wp-load.php (WordPress functions available) Advantage: This method is […]
Separate WordPress news listings by category
June 14, 2025
To display the latest 4 post titles as links on your homepage, limited to posts where the parent category is “Category name,” you’ll need to use WP_Query and specify the parent category for filtering, as shown below. ✅ Method: Retrieve Posts from the Parent Category “Category name” Step 1: Get the ID of the Parent […]
List of template files used in WordPress custom themes
June 14, 2025
The following is a list of commonly used template files in custom WordPress themes. Each template file functions based on WordPress’s Template Hierarchy. 🔹 Basic Templates List File Name Purpose/Description style.css Theme information and style definitions (required) index.php Fallback basic template (required) functions.php File for adding theme functionalities screenshot.png Theme thumbnail image (for admin screen) […]
SEO-Friendly Article URLs (Permalinks) in WordPress
June 14, 2025
Which is Best for SEO-Friendly Article URLs (Permalinks): Japanese, English, or Post ID? We’ll clearly explain the recommended structures for different purposes. When running a blog or website, the URL (permalink) structure of your articles is surprisingly crucial. With SEO (Search Engine Optimization) in mind, many wonder which format is the most effective. In this […]
Unpacking “social media Consulting”: Strategies, Tactics, and Result
June 13, 2025
What exactly does a social media consultant for X (formerly Twitter) do? You’ve probably heard the term “social media consultant” before, but many people still aren’t quite sure what these professionals actually do—or what benefits they offer. In short, an social media consultant is an expert who supports strategic use of social media platforms by […]