Manual Blog Writing
Write and publish blog posts manually with the rich text editor
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Manual Blog Writing
Create blog posts from scratch using Deiza's powerful rich text editor.
When to Write Manually
Manual writing is ideal when you:
- Have specific expertise to share
- Want complete creative control
- Are repurposing existing content
- Need a personal, authentic voice
- Have detailed case studies or stories
Creating a Manual Post
Step 1: Start a New Post
- Go to Blog in your dashboard
- Click New Post
- Select Write Manually (instead of AI Generate)
Step 2: Write Your Content
The editor provides:
| Tool | Function |
|---|---|
| Bold/Italic | Text formatting |
| Headings | H1, H2, H3 structure |
| Lists | Bullet and numbered lists |
| Links | Add hyperlinks |
| Images | Upload or embed images |
| Quotes | Block quotes |
| Code | Code blocks and inline code |
Step 3: Add Images
- Click the Image icon in the toolbar
- Choose to:
- Upload: Select from your device
- URL: Paste an image link
- Studio: Use images from your Studio assets
- Add alt text for SEO and accessibility
Step 4: Set Post Details
Before publishing, configure:
- Title: Your post headline
- Slug: URL-friendly version (auto-generated or custom)
- Meta Description: 150-160 character summary for search engines
- Featured Image: Main image for previews and social sharing
- Category: Organize posts by topic
- Tags: Additional keywords for organization
Editor Tips
Keyboard Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Ctrl/Cmd + B | Bold |
| Ctrl/Cmd + I | Italic |
| Ctrl/Cmd + K | Insert link |
| Ctrl/Cmd + S | Save draft |
| Ctrl/Cmd + Enter | Publish |
Best Practices
- Structure your content: Use headings (H2, H3) to break up sections
- Keep paragraphs short: 2-3 sentences per paragraph for readability
- Add visuals: Include images every 300-500 words
- Link internally: Reference other blog posts and pages on your site
- Proofread: Read through before publishing
Saving and Publishing
Save as Draft
- Click Save Draft to save without publishing
- Return to edit anytime from Blog > Drafts
Preview
- Click Preview to see how your post will look
- Check formatting, images, and mobile view
Publish Options
- Publish Now: Immediately visible on your site
- Schedule: Set a future date and time
- Save Draft: Keep working on it later
Hybrid Approach
Combine manual and AI writing:
- Generate an AI draft for the structure
- Switch to manual editing
- Add personal insights, examples, and voice
- Review and polish before publishing
This gives you the best of both worlds: AI efficiency with human authenticity.
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