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This tutorial assumes you’ve already logged in to Drupal

1) Click Create content

Now let’s learn how to manage pages

2) To create a new page, click the Page link here

This is the Create Content page, where you can choose to create new pages or new stories for your web site

You would choose to create a page if you wanted to add a static page like a contact page or an about us page

3) Enter theTitle of the page here

4) Then enter the Body of the page here

5) Click Submit

That’s it!  The new page has been created

6) Click the Edit link here

You can edit the title or body of the page from here…

… or you can remove the page from your web site by clicking Delete

7) Click Delete to confirm

That’s it!  The page we created has now been deleted

This is the end of the tutorial.  You now know how to manage pages in Drupal

How to Manage Pages in Drupal

Managing pages in Drupal involves creating, editing, and organizing content on your website. Follow the steps below to effectively manage pages in Drupal.

Steps to Manage Pages in Drupal

Step 1: Log in to Your Drupal Admin Panel

  1. Access the Drupal site: Open your browser and go to the Drupal site where you want to manage pages.
  2. Log in: Click on the Log in link usually located at the top right corner of the page. Enter your username and password, then click Log in.

Step 2: Navigate to the Content Management Page

After logging in, navigate to the Content management page:

  1. Click on Manage in the top menu.
  2. In the submenu, click on Content.

Step 3: Create a New Page

  1. On the Content page, click on the Add content button.
  2. Select the content type for your page, such as Basic page. The available content types may vary depending on your site’s configuration.
  3. Fill in the fields for your page, including the Title and Body. Use the text editor to format your content as needed. You can add images, links, and other media.
  4. Set the Publishing options to control the visibility and status of your page. You can choose to publish the page immediately or save it as a draft.
  5. Click on the Save button to create the new page.

Step 4: Edit an Existing Page

  1. On the Content page, find the page you want to edit. You can use the search and filter options to locate the page quickly.
  2. Click on the Edit link next to the page’s title.
  3. Make the necessary changes to the page’s content, title, or other fields.
  4. Click on the Save button to update the page.

Step 5: Delete a Page

  1. On the Content page, find the page you want to delete.
  2. Click on the Delete link next to the page’s title.
  3. Confirm the deletion by clicking on the Delete button in the confirmation dialog.

Step 6: Manage Menus

To manage how pages are linked and organized in the site’s navigation menus:

  1. Go to Manage > Structure > Menus.
  2. Select the menu you want to edit, such as the Main navigation menu.
  3. Click on Add link to add a new page to the menu. Fill in the Menu link title and Link fields, then click Save.
  4. Drag and drop menu items to reorder them or nest them under other items.
  5. Click on Save configuration to apply your changes.

Step 7: Use URL Aliases

To create user-friendly URLs for your pages:

  1. Go to Manage > Configuration > Search and metadata > URL aliases.
  2. Click on Add alias.
  3. Enter the existing system path and the new alias you want to create. For example, set the existing path to /node/1 and the new alias to /about-us.
  4. Click on Save to create the alias.

Additional Tips

  • Use Revision Tracking: Enable revisions for your content types to keep track of changes and revert to previous versions if needed.
  • Organize Content with Taxonomy: Use taxonomy to categorize and tag your content, making it easier to manage and display related content.
  • Regular Backups: Regularly back up your site to prevent data loss in case of a security breach or system failure.
  • SEO Best Practices: Use SEO best practices such as creating meaningful titles, descriptions, and URL aliases to improve your site’s visibility in search engines.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can effectively manage pages in Drupal, ensuring that your content is well-organized, up-to-date, and engaging for your audience. Regularly reviewing and updating your pages will help maintain the quality and relevance of your site’s content.

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