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In a nutshell: Create and manage documents with a powerful editor that includes rich text formatting, media management, and SEO optimization tools.

What are documents?

Documents are the building blocks of your website content. They can be static pages like “About Us” or “Contact,” blog posts, landing pages, or any other content you want to publish. Each page has its own URL, content, and settings that you can customize.

Key Features

Page Creation

  • Multiple page types for different content needs
  • Rich text editor with full formatting options
  • Media library for images and files
  • SEO tools for search optimization

Content Management

  • Draft and publish workflow
  • Content versioning and history
  • Scheduling for future publishing
  • Content organization with categories and tags

Page Settings

  • URL slugs for clean, SEO-friendly addresses
  • Meta information for search engines
  • Access permissions and visibility settings
  • Page templates for consistent design

Creating New Pages

Basic Page Setup

  1. Go to CMSContent Pages
  2. Click Add Page
  3. Enter page title and basic information
  4. Choose page type (page, blog post, etc.)
  5. Set URL slug for the page address
  6. Write your content using the editor
  7. Configure page settings and publish

Page Information

  • Page Title - What appears in the browser tab
  • URL Slug - The web address (e.g., /about-us)
  • Page Type - Static page, blog post, landing page
  • Status - Draft, published, or archived
  • Visibility - Public, private, or password-protected

Content Structure

  • Headings to organize your content
  • Paragraphs with rich text formatting
  • Images and media to enhance content
  • Links to other pages or external sites

Page Types

Static Pages

  • About Us - Company information and history
  • Contact - Location, hours, and contact details
  • Services - What you offer to members
  • Policies - Terms, privacy, and legal information

Blog Posts

  • News updates about your club
  • Fitness tips and health advice
  • Event announcements and promotions
  • Member success stories and testimonials

Landing Pages

  • Special offers and promotions
  • Event pages for classes and workshops
  • Membership signup pages
  • Campaign-specific content

Content Pages

  • How-to guides and tutorials
  • FAQ pages with common questions
  • Resource libraries and downloads
  • Educational content for members

Rich Text Editor

Text Formatting

  • Bold, italic, and underline for emphasis
  • Headings (H1, H2, H3) for structure
  • Lists (bulleted and numbered)
  • Text alignment (left, center, right, justify)

Advanced Formatting

  • Tables for structured data
  • Code blocks for technical content
  • Blockquotes for highlighting text
  • Horizontal rules for content separation

Media Integration

  • Upload images directly to your content
  • Embed videos from YouTube or Vimeo
  • Add audio files for podcasts or music
  • Insert documents and PDFs

SEO Optimization

Page Titles

  • Write descriptive titles that include keywords
  • Keep titles under 60 characters for search results
  • Make titles unique for each page
  • Include your brand name when appropriate

Meta Descriptions

  • Write compelling descriptions that encourage clicks
  • Include relevant keywords naturally
  • Keep descriptions under 160 characters
  • Summarize page content accurately

URL Structure

  • Use descriptive slugs that match your content
  • Include keywords in the URL when possible
  • Keep URLs short and easy to remember
  • Use hyphens to separate words

Content Optimization

  • Use headings to structure your content
  • Include keywords throughout your text
  • Add alt text to images for accessibility
  • Write for your audience first, search engines second

Page Settings

Basic Settings

  • Page title and description
  • URL slug and permalink
  • Page status (draft, published, archived)
  • Publication date and time

SEO Settings

  • Meta title for search engines
  • Meta description for search results
  • Keywords for content optimization
  • Canonical URL to prevent duplicate content

Advanced Settings

  • Page template selection
  • Custom CSS for styling
  • JavaScript for functionality
  • Redirects for moved content

Content Organization

Categories

  • Group related pages together
  • Create category hierarchies for organization
  • Use categories for navigation and filtering
  • Assign multiple categories to pages when needed

Tags

  • Add descriptive tags to pages
  • Use tags for cross-referencing content
  • Create tag clouds for content discovery
  • Filter content by tags

Content Status

  • Draft - Work in progress, not visible to public
  • Published - Live on your website
  • Archived - Hidden but not deleted
  • Scheduled - Set to publish at a future date

Publishing Workflow

Draft Content

  • Save work in progress as drafts
  • Edit drafts anytime before publishing
  • Share drafts with team members for review
  • Preview content before going live

Publishing Process

  1. Review content for accuracy and completeness
  2. Check SEO settings and optimization
  3. Preview page on different devices
  4. Publish immediately or schedule for later
  5. Verify page appears correctly on your site

Content Updates

  • Edit published content as needed
  • Update information to keep it current
  • Add new content to existing pages
  • Archive outdated content

Media Management

Image Upload

  • Upload images directly to your content
  • Resize and crop images as needed
  • Add alt text for accessibility
  • Optimize images for web performance

Media Library

  • Organize media in folders and galleries
  • Search and filter media by type or name
  • Reuse media across multiple pages
  • Manage file sizes and storage

Media Best Practices

  • Use high-quality images that are web-optimized
  • Add descriptive filenames before uploading
  • Include alt text for all images
  • Keep file sizes reasonable for fast loading

Page Templates

Template Types

  • Default template for standard pages
  • Blog template for blog posts
  • Landing page template for promotions
  • Custom templates for specific needs

Template Features

  • Consistent layout across similar pages
  • Pre-configured settings for common page types
  • Customizable elements for flexibility
  • Responsive design for all devices

Best Practices

Content Creation

  • Write clear, engaging content for your audience
  • Use consistent tone and voice throughout
  • Include calls-to-action where appropriate
  • Keep content updated and relevant

Page Organization

  • Create logical page structure and hierarchy
  • Use clear, descriptive page titles
  • Group related content with categories
  • Maintain consistent formatting and style

SEO Optimization

  • Research keywords relevant to your content
  • Use keywords naturally throughout your text
  • Optimize images with descriptive filenames and alt text
  • Build internal links between related pages

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

  • Content not saving - Check your internet connection
  • Images not uploading - Verify file size and format
  • Formatting problems - Use the editor’s formatting tools
  • Publishing errors - Check required fields are filled

Page Problems

  • Page not appearing - Check if it’s published and visible
  • Broken links - Verify URL addresses are correct
  • SEO issues - Review meta titles and descriptions
  • Display problems - Check page template and settings

Getting Started

  1. Create your first page with basic content
  2. Add images and media to enhance your content
  3. Optimize for SEO with proper titles and descriptions
  4. Publish and test your page on different devices
  5. Organize content with categories and tags
Content pages are the foundation of your website. Start with simple pages and gradually build more complex content as you become familiar with the system.