Adding videos to your posts

Hi Aussie Homeschool bloggers! You will notice a new plugin that is available in your plugin list. Simply follow these instructions:

  • When in your admin backend, go to ‘Plugins’ - Installed.
  • Find the plugin called Smart YouTube. Click to activate.
  • Then navigate to Settings-->SmartYoutube to configure the plugin.

To use the video in your posts, paste YouTube video URL with httpv:// (notice the ‘v’). Important: The URL should just be copied into your post normally and the letter ‘v’ added, do not create a clickable link!

Example:

If you want to embed high quality video (for videos that have them) use httpvh:// instead (Video High).

If you have need for a plugin, function or feature that you do not have, please let admin know and we can consider the viability of adding it for you and other users!

June 24, 2009 | Filed Under Blogging Tips | Leave a Comment 

Using Akismet - spam guard

Tired of dealing with spam and unwanted comments? You have a new plugin in your backend administration that allows you to moderate spam and deal with comments.

Whilst in your admin area, click into the ‘Plugins’–> Installed area. The, you will see a plugin called Akismet. Click to activate it. You will then need to register for a wordpress API key and enter the key into the Akismet configuration page.

For many people, Akismet will greatly reduce or even completely eliminate the comment and trackback spam you get on your site. If one does happen to get through, simply mark it as “spam” on the moderation screen and Akismet will learn from the mistakes. If you don’t have a WordPress.com account yet, you can get one at WordPress.com.

You might also like to read the following post: Spam but not ham

Hope this helps,
Susan

June 19, 2009 | Filed Under Blogging Tips, News & Announcements | 2 Comments 

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June 10, 2009 | Filed Under News & Announcements | Leave a Comment