Editing your portfolio in WordPress involves accessing your projects through the dashboard and using the editor to make changes or add new items.
Your WordPress portfolio typically consists of individual projects that you create and manage. Editing can mean either adding a new project or modifying an existing one.
Adding a New Portfolio Project
Based on how portfolios are managed in WordPress (often via specific themes or plugins, but the reference provides a standard method), here's how to add a new project:
- Navigate to Portfolio: On the left side of your WordPress dashboard, locate and click on the Portfolio menu item.
- Add New: Click the “Add new project” button. This will open the editor screen where you create your project's content.
- Use the Editor: Using the WordPress editor (either the Block Editor or Classic Editor), you can add text, images, videos, and any other content blocks you wish to display with your project.
- Add a Title: Give your project a clear, descriptive title.
- Add Content: Write about the project, showcase images, embed videos, or add galleries.
- Adjust Settings: On the editor screen, find the side panels (usually on the right). Here, you can adjust various project settings, such as:
- Assigning Portfolio Categories or Tags.
- Setting a Featured Image (the thumbnail often displayed on your main portfolio page).
- Configuring the Permalink (the web address for your project).
- Managing visibility and publication options.
- Publish or Save: Once you've added content and adjusted settings, you can Publish your project to make it live or Save Draft to work on it later.
Editing an Existing Portfolio Project
To modify a project you've already created:
- Access Portfolio: Go to the Portfolio section from the left-hand menu in your WordPress dashboard.
- Find Your Project: You will see a list of your existing portfolio projects.
- Open the Editor: Hover over the project you want to edit and click on the Edit option (or simply click on the project title).
- Make Changes: The project will open in the editor screen. You can now modify the title, content, images, videos, and adjust any of the project settings in the side panels.
- Update Changes: After making your edits, click the Update button (located where the "Publish" button was) to save your changes and make them live on your site.
Practical Tips for Editing Your Portfolio
- Save Regularly: If you're working on a large project, save drafts frequently to avoid losing your work.
- Preview: Before updating or publishing, use the Preview button to see how your project will look on the live site.
- Organize with Categories/Tags: Use Portfolio Categories and Tags effectively to help visitors filter and find projects they're interested in.
- Optimize Images: Ensure images are high-quality but optimized for web viewing to keep loading times fast.
Quick Comparison: Adding vs. Editing
| Action | Goal | Starting Point | Primary Action Button |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adding a Project | Create a brand new portfolio entry | Portfolio > Add new project | Publish |
| Editing a Project | Modify an existing portfolio entry | Portfolio > List of Projects > Edit | Update |
By following these steps, you can effectively add new work and maintain your existing projects within your WordPress portfolio.
