To add a featured image column to your WordPress admin panel, you'll typically install and activate a plugin. Here's how:
Steps to Add a Featured Image Column
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Upload the Plugin: Upload the entire plugin folder (e.g.,
add-featured-image-column) to your/wp-content/pluginsdirectory. This usually involves unzipping the plugin files on your computer and then transferring the folder to your WordPress installation via FTP or your hosting provider's file manager. -
Activate the Plugin: Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard. Go to the 'Plugins' menu. Find the plugin you just uploaded (e.g., "Add Featured Image Column") and click the 'Activate' link.
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Optional Configuration: After activation, some plugins provide settings to customize their behavior. Look for a 'Settings' link either directly under the plugin in the Plugins list, or under the 'Settings' menu in your WordPress dashboard. If there are settings, you might find options to choose which post types the featured image column should appear on, the size of the displayed thumbnail, and other preferences. The reference mentions checking the
Settings > Mediapage, but this may not always be the location of the plugin's settings.
Example: Using a Plugin
While the steps above are general, consider a plugin like "Featured Image Column". Here's what you'd typically do:
- Download the plugin from the WordPress plugin repository (if available) or from the developer's website.
- Upload and activate the plugin as described above.
- Check for any settings under the "Settings" menu in your WordPress admin dashboard, or within the Plugins page itself, to configure how the featured image column displays (e.g., thumbnail size).
Why Add a Featured Image Column?
Adding a featured image column improves the visual management of your WordPress posts and pages. It allows you to quickly see which posts have featured images assigned, helping maintain consistency and visual appeal across your website. This is particularly useful for sites with a large number of posts.
