Every blogger must learn to avoid wasting time, and for that you have to master (almost) all the features that exist on Wordpress, especially the ones available on the visual editor, because that's where we spend most of our time.
In the past, we showed you some shortcuts available on the visual editorand have been particularly pleased with the feedback sent by our readers.
In this tutorial I will show you 10 tricks to master (by heart) to definitely tame the visual editor.
But, before we jump in, if you've never installed WordPress, find out How to Install a WordPress Blog in 7 Steps et How to search, install and activate a WordPress theme on your blog
For anyone who doesn't know what it is, this is actually mini-software (TinyMCE) integrated with WordPress which allows you to write articles using features that are generally found on applications such as Microsoft Office Word ou open Office.
This mini-software is widely used on WordPress, it is with the latter that we create articles, pages, a forum, a shop, short it's almost essential on WordPress.
How to show more options on the visual editor
For me it is simply the essential, because for all our settings pagewe always use a "justified text". By unfolding the toolbar, you will be able to access more features, justified alignment among others.
How to master the shortcuts on Wordpress
We have already written an article on it. However, I admit that it is not easy to always have it in front of you when you write an article. Speaking on Wordpress, there is a shortcut, which can display a window with all visual editor shortcuts only.
If you need to know what other shortcuts are available on Wordpress, then I invite you to read the article: 22 WordPress shortcuts to work faster on your blog.
Single or double spaced
Most beginner bloggers often struggle with creating paragraphs and line breaks on Wordpress. To create a new paragraph, you simply have to press the " Enter " or "we Starter From your keyboard. So, Wordpress will automatically create a new double-spaced paragraph.
To create another simple spacing, all you have to do is use the " SHIFT + Enter From your keyboard.
Indeed, there are elements in your editorial space that you do not use, or others that are useful to you, but are placed in places that are difficult to access (which require you to scroll the page).
If you want to know how to reorganize your editorial space, I invite you to read the article: how to reorganize the editorial space of your WordPress blog.
How to switch to full screen mode to work faster
This is the feature that I use every time I start writing a new article. In most cases, when starting an article, meta-boxes such as « Publish "," Format "," Categories "," Keywords " and " Images in the spotlight », are not useful.
Therefore, it can be useful to hide these. To switch to full screen mode, nothing more simple. You just have to click on the isolated icon on the right having 4 directional arrows oriented diagonally.
In full screen mode, only the elements necessary for writing will be displayed.
How to change the font size
It is with this functionality that you will be able to determine a title, a sub-title or a paragraph in your article. To change the size of a font, you need to click on the drop-down menu and choose the size you want. 
It is not recommended to send your videos directly to your hosting Wordpress. Instead, you must opt for a third-party solution such that Youtube, Vimeo to save your videos.
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The first and only thing to do is upload your files to Youtube or Vimeo and insert the address of your video in the visual editor.
How to switch from Visual Editor Mode to Text Editor
This tip concerns much more HTML developers, because indeed, with this feature, you will be able to switch to editing mode of the HTML code on the editor.
Don't try this editor if you don't know what you are doing.
There are a large number of plugins available that will allow you to add buttons on the visual editor. However, it must be recognized that in most cases, these plugins do not offer satisfactory solutions, let alone the small bugs that exist.
If you want to know whether it is possible to use buttons on the WordPress visual editor, I invite you to read: how to add buttons on WordPress without using shortcodes.
But back to why we are here.
Usually when you copy text from another location (from another website for example), and paste it on the editor of Wordpress, it will be added with the same formatting.
In some cases this can be helpful, but in others it is particularly irritating. In my case, I prefer to add a text without formatting.
Discover also some premium WordPress plugins
You can use other WordPress plugins to give a modern appearance and to optimize the handling or operation of your blog or website.
Here are some premium WordPress plugins that we recommend.
1. The Grid
The Grid is a premium WordPress grid plugin that allows you to present all types of posts in a fully customizable and responsive grid system. It is perfectly suited for displaying your blog, portfolio, e-commerce products or any kind of WordPress post type.
This plugin supports the following file formats: standard, video, audio, gallery, link, quote. The possibilities are limitless and can be easily controlled with a powerful administration panel.
The Grid is one of the most advanced grid plugins on WordPress and also the only one with a 100% responsive touch slider. You can filter any kind of grid in this touch slider, which is just unique. The plugin can be easily integrated into a WordPress theme and with a personalized style ...
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2. ConvertPlus
ConvertPlus is an all-in-one WordPress plugin that transforms your website into a powerful lead generation tool. It lets you build your own email list—bigger, faster, and more targeted than ever before. You can create beautiful popups in minutes and start converting your visitors into subscribers, followers, and customers.
Among its features we find among others:read from 10 places for displaying the popup, p100 themes, pvideo opups, psocial opups, fintegrated ormals, Widgets, binformation arres etc ...
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3. WP Real Media Library
WP Real Media Library (RML) is one of the most coveted media management plugins on the WordPress platform. It is easy to use and actually allows you to organize thousands of images in folders.
Its use is really simple. Use your mouse (or your touch) to drag and drop your files. You will easily be able to create, rename, delete and reorganize your folders in your website. When you need to select an image, you can for example filter your library to quickly find your file.
WP Real Media Library supports all your images, as well as your media files, as soon as it is installed. It also supports the multisite network of WordPress.
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Recommended Resources
Find out about other recommended resources to help you build and manage your website.
- How to share a draft preview in WordPress
- How to install WordPress on Google Cloud
- How to move comments from one article to another on WordPress
- How to secure more WordPress with your smartphone
Conclusion
Voila! We hope this tutorial helps you master the visual editor. do not hesitate not to ask us your questions if you encounter difficulties.
However, you will also be able to consult our resources, if you need more elements to carry out your projects of creation of Internet sites, by consulting our guide on the WordPress blog creation.
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