My Vacuum is a Plug-in But It Doesn’t Fit On My Blog
May 11, 2009 by Jendi
What is a plug-in? Wordpress.org says that
Plugins are tools to extend the functionality of WordPress. … The core of WordPress is designed to be lean, to maximize flexibility and minimize code bloat. Plugins offer custom functions and features so that each user can tailor their site to their specific needs.
How do you use plug-ins?
There are plug-ins for just about anything from ad networks to comment love. Most of the time you set them up and they do the work for you. Can’t beat that, right? You have to find the one you want, download it to your computer, and upload it through your FTP agent.
When do you need them?
The need is relevant to what you want to do with your blog. First get your theme set. Then import content if necessary. Next start working on your plug-ins. Akismet is one of 2 plug-ins that comes with Wordpress. Activate Akismet first. It’s a spam killer that really helps.
Where do you find plug-ins?
There is a huge list and search function at WP Plug-in directory. Most of the ones I use I’ve found from seeing them in someone’s sidebar and searching for them. Other times I’ve found recommendations in great lists like these from Blogging Cents and Problogger.
How often do you change plug-ins?
They occasionally need to be updated with a couple clicks, but the changing part is totally up to the blog author. You don’t have to redo plug-ins after a WordPress theme change. They will come right through the change.
Overall, a plug-in is a good time investment to improve the look and function of your blog.
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