TypePad For Dummies (For Dummies Series) - Tapa blanda

If you've been thinking about breaking into the blogo-sphere but didn't know where to start, you've come to the right place. First, you'll get some pointers on what blogging's all about and how to develop your online identity. Then you'll find out how TypePad works, how to use TypeLists and widgets, and what it takes to make your blog a huge success!

• Blogging 101 — if you haven't blogged before, explore the why and how of blogging and learn to find your niche

• Your TypePad account — discover how to set one up, create your Profile, choose settings, and track visitors

• Ready, set, blog! — write your first posts, format the text, add images, and set keywords

• Make it your own — find out about TypePad tools that let you customize your blog to suit your readers and your subject matter

• Import options — transfer an existing blog to TypePad

• Money making tips — learn how to make money with ads and paid posts, and what your blog needs to attract advertisers

• Your blog has friends — see how to use Facebook®, Twitter®, and other social media to promote your blog

• For the geek blogger — explore Advanced Templates and ways to customize with code

Open the book and find:

• A primer on blogging etiquette

• How to add photo albums and galleries

• Cool ways to beef up your blog with TypeLists

• Things to do with widgets

• Tips for good blog posts

• How to encourage comments from visitors

• Ten interesting TypePad blogs to explore

• Advice on managing your blog community

Learn to:

• Start blogging with TypePad

• Select the best pricing plan for you and your blog

• Personalize your blog

• Take advantage of TypePad's built-in SEO features and templates