How to Unpublish a Page or Post

Introduction

This tutorial explains how to unpublish a page or post on your website.

Step-by-Step Tutorial: Unpublishing a Page or Post

Step 1: Locate the Page or Post

1. Navigate to Your Content:
   • Go to the list of pages or posts in your dashboard.
2. Identify the Published Page or Post:
   • Look for the page or post that you want to unpublish, you can see it marked as “Published” on the far right.

Step 2: Use the Quick Edit Option

1. Hover Over the Page or Post:
   • Move your mouse over the title of the page or post you want to unpublish.
2. Click on Quick Edit:
   • A menu option called “Quick Edit” to access the quick options.

Step 3: Change the Status to Draft

1. Locate the Status Field:
   • In the Quick Edit menu, find the “Status” field. It will display “Published.”
2. Change the Status:
   • Click the dropdown menu beside “Status.”
   • Select “Draft.”
3. Save Your Changes:
   • Click the “Update” button to save the new status.

Step 4: Verify the Page or Post is in Draft Mode

1. Check the Status:
   • Return to the list of pages or posts to confirm the status now says “Draft.”
2. Edit or Leave in Draft Mode:
   • You can now edit the content without it being visible on your site or leave it in draft mode for later.

Notes:

• Applies to Both Pages and Posts:
  • The process is the same for posts and pages, though the “Status” field may appear in a slightly different location.
• Re-Publishing Content:
  • If needed, repeat the steps above but select “Published” in the “Status” dropdown or click “Publish” once you have completed your edits on the page.