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| 1 | +--- |
| 2 | +id: content-editor-guide |
| 3 | +title: Content Editor's Guide |
| 4 | +sidebar_position: 2 |
| 5 | +--- |
| 6 | + |
| 7 | +# Content Editor's Guide to Mixcore |
| 8 | + |
| 9 | +This guide is designed for content creators, editors, and managers who use Mixcore to publish and manage digital content. |
| 10 | + |
| 11 | +## What You'll Learn |
| 12 | + |
| 13 | +- How to navigate the Mixcore content management interface |
| 14 | +- Best practices for creating and organizing content |
| 15 | +- How to work with media files and assets |
| 16 | +- Content publishing workflows |
| 17 | +- SEO optimization for your content |
| 18 | + |
| 19 | +## Getting Started with the Editor Interface |
| 20 | + |
| 21 | +### Logging In |
| 22 | + |
| 23 | +1. Navigate to your Mixcore site's admin area (`your-site.com/portal`) |
| 24 | +2. Enter your username and password |
| 25 | +3. You'll be taken to the Mixcore dashboard |
| 26 | + |
| 27 | +### Understanding the Dashboard |
| 28 | + |
| 29 | +The dashboard provides quick access to: |
| 30 | + |
| 31 | +- Recent content you've edited |
| 32 | +- Content awaiting review/publication |
| 33 | +- Site statistics and analytics |
| 34 | +- Quick-create buttons for common content types |
| 35 | + |
| 36 | +## Creating and Managing Content |
| 37 | + |
| 38 | +### Posts |
| 39 | + |
| 40 | +Posts are typically used for blog entries, news articles, or other date-based content. See [Writing Posts](basic-usage-writing-posts) for detailed instructions on: |
| 41 | + |
| 42 | +- Creating a new post |
| 43 | +- Using the rich text editor |
| 44 | +- Adding images and media |
| 45 | +- Setting categories and tags |
| 46 | +- Scheduling publication |
| 47 | + |
| 48 | +### Pages |
| 49 | + |
| 50 | +Pages are for static, timeless content like "About Us" or "Contact" pages. The [Page Creation Guide](basic-usage-page) covers: |
| 51 | + |
| 52 | +- Creating and organizing pages |
| 53 | +- Parent-child page relationships |
| 54 | +- Page templates and layouts |
| 55 | +- Special page types |
| 56 | + |
| 57 | +### Working with Media |
| 58 | + |
| 59 | +The [Media Library](basic-usage-media) allows you to: |
| 60 | + |
| 61 | +- Upload images, videos, and documents |
| 62 | +- Organize media into collections |
| 63 | +- Edit images (crop, resize, etc.) |
| 64 | +- Insert media into your content |
| 65 | +- Manage media metadata |
| 66 | + |
| 67 | +### Categories and Tags |
| 68 | + |
| 69 | +Properly organizing your content makes it easier for visitors to find: |
| 70 | + |
| 71 | +- [Categories](basic-usage-category) for broad groupings |
| 72 | +- [Tags](basic-usage-tag) for more specific classifications |
| 73 | +- Building a logical taxonomy |
| 74 | + |
| 75 | +## Content Workflow |
| 76 | + |
| 77 | +### Draft to Publication |
| 78 | + |
| 79 | +A typical content workflow includes: |
| 80 | + |
| 81 | +1. **Creating a draft**: Initial content creation |
| 82 | +2. **Revision**: Editing and refining |
| 83 | +3. **Review**: Editorial or peer review |
| 84 | +4. **Publishing**: Making the content live |
| 85 | +5. **Updates**: Maintaining content over time |
| 86 | + |
| 87 | +### Scheduling Content |
| 88 | + |
| 89 | +Plan your content calendar: |
| 90 | + |
| 91 | +- Schedule posts for future publication |
| 92 | +- Set expiration dates for time-sensitive content |
| 93 | +- Manage recurring content updates |
| 94 | + |
| 95 | +### Collaboration |
| 96 | + |
| 97 | +Work effectively with your team: |
| 98 | + |
| 99 | +- Content assignment and ownership |
| 100 | +- Editorial review process |
| 101 | +- Comment and feedback systems |
| 102 | +- Version history and revisions |
| 103 | + |
| 104 | +## Content Optimization |
| 105 | + |
| 106 | +### SEO Best Practices |
| 107 | + |
| 108 | +Optimize your content for search engines: |
| 109 | + |
| 110 | +- Crafting effective titles and descriptions |
| 111 | +- Keyword research and implementation |
| 112 | +- Internal linking strategies |
| 113 | +- Image alt text and accessibility |
| 114 | + |
| 115 | +### Readability |
| 116 | + |
| 117 | +Create content that's easy to consume: |
| 118 | + |
| 119 | +- Writing for the web (scannable content) |
| 120 | +- Using headings and subheadings |
| 121 | +- Formatting for mobile readers |
| 122 | +- Accessibility considerations |
| 123 | + |
| 124 | +## Advanced Content Features |
| 125 | + |
| 126 | +### Embedding Media |
| 127 | + |
| 128 | +Enhance your content with: |
| 129 | + |
| 130 | +- Videos from YouTube, Vimeo, etc. |
| 131 | +- Social media posts |
| 132 | +- Interactive elements |
| 133 | +- Maps and location data |
| 134 | + |
| 135 | +### Custom Content Types |
| 136 | + |
| 137 | +Beyond standard posts and pages: |
| 138 | + |
| 139 | +- Products |
| 140 | +- Events |
| 141 | +- Team members |
| 142 | +- Testimonials |
| 143 | +- Case studies |
| 144 | + |
| 145 | +## Analyzing Content Performance |
| 146 | + |
| 147 | +Use analytics to improve your content: |
| 148 | + |
| 149 | +- Page views and engagement metrics |
| 150 | +- Social sharing statistics |
| 151 | +- Conversion tracking |
| 152 | +- A/B testing content variations |
| 153 | + |
| 154 | +## Tips and Best Practices |
| 155 | + |
| 156 | +- Create an editorial calendar |
| 157 | +- Maintain consistent voice and style |
| 158 | +- Use templates for recurring content types |
| 159 | +- Regularly audit and update existing content |
| 160 | +- Back up important content before major changes |
| 161 | + |
| 162 | +## Common Questions and Troubleshooting |
| 163 | + |
| 164 | +- What to do if the editor isn't working |
| 165 | +- Recovering unsaved content |
| 166 | +- Fixing broken images or links |
| 167 | +- Getting help with complex layouts |
| 168 | + |
| 169 | +## Further Resources |
| 170 | + |
| 171 | +- [Content Strategy Templates](https://github.com/orgs/mixcore/discussions) |
| 172 | +- [Editorial Style Guide Examples](https://github.com/orgs/mixcore/discussions) |
| 173 | +- [Community Content Forums](https://github.com/orgs/mixcore/discussions) |
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