Aligning blog post images on new wordpress
The eternal struggle of aligning images in WordPress!
To align blog post images in a new WordPress installation, you can follow these steps:
Method 1: Using the WordPress Image Alignment Options
- Upload your image to the WordPress media library by clicking on the "Add Media" button in the post editor.
- Select the image and click on the "Insert into post" button.
- In the image settings, you'll see a "Alignment" dropdown menu. Choose from the following options:
- Left: Aligns the image to the left of the text.
- Center: Centers the image horizontally.
- Right: Aligns the image to the right of the text.
- None: Removes any alignment and allows the image to float freely.
- Click "Insert" to insert the image into your post.
Method 2: Using CSS Classes
- Upload your image to the WordPress media library by clicking on the "Add Media" button in the post editor.
- Select the image and click on the "Insert into post" button.
- In the image settings, click on the "Advanced" tab.
- In the "CSS Class" field, add the following classes to align the image:
alignleft
for left alignmentaligncenter
for center alignmentalignright
for right alignment
- Click "Insert" to insert the image into your post.
Method 3: Using a Plugin
If you're using a page builder like Elementor, Beaver Builder, or Divi Builder, you can use their built-in image alignment options. If you're not using a page builder, you can install a plugin like:
- Image Alignment: A simple plugin that adds alignment options to the WordPress image editor.
- WP Image Align: A plugin that adds alignment options and allows you to customize the alignment styles.
Tips and Tricks
- To align multiple images in a row, use the "Insert Gallery" option in the post editor and select the images you want to align.
- To align an image to the top or bottom of the text, use the "Float" option in the image settings and choose "Left" or "Right".
- To customize the alignment styles, you can add custom CSS to your WordPress site.
I hope this helps you align your blog post images like a pro!