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How to Password Protect a Page in WordPress (Video)

In the video below, I show you how to password protect a page in WordPress (this is especially useful for photographers!) in under one minute. No code required.

How to Hide Pages from Search Engines Results in WordPress (Video)

In the video below, I show you how to hide pages and posts from Google's search results all in WordPress. No code required. I use Yoast's SEO plugin which makes this very easy.

WordPress 4.7 “Vaughan” Released – Favorite New Features (with Screenshots & GIFs)

WordPress 4.7, "Vaughan" was released on December 6, 2016 (named in honor of jazz singer Sarah Vaughn). View all the new features with screenshots and GIFs!

How to Create a Contact Form in WordPress – 3 Simple Steps

We'll show you how to easily create a WordPress contact form in 3 simple steps with images and video instructions!

How to Add Google Analytics in WordPress for Beginners

I know, installing Google Analytics on your WordPress website isn't as easy as it could be. Let's change that. We're going to help you not only create a Google Analytics account (and get your tracking code) but also show you how easy it is to install on your WordPress website.

WordPress 4.6 “Pepper” Released – Favorite New Features (with Screenshots & GIFs)

WordPress 4.6, "Pepper" was released on August 16, 2016 (named in honor of jazz saxophonist Park Frederick "Pepper" Adams III). Another incremental update but does include a handful of helpful additions!

Learn [HOW TO] Add a Favicon to Your Website Today [GIFS]

You know that little icon that shows up in a browser tab for websites? That's called a favicon. Learn how to create and add a favicon to your website today!

7 Things Your Website Is Missing

Let's have some fun and figure out the seven things your website is missing. I'm willing to bet that your website is missing at least 2 of these 7 items!

10 Things We Need Before Designing Your Website

Before we start designing your website, there are a few things we need in order for you to have a successful project. If you haven't hired a website designer before, you may be under the impression that you pay your invoice and nothing else is needed from you. Although we will make things extremely seamless, there is still information and assets we need to gather from you. We've created this article as a prep before hiring any web design company, including us. Grab a cup of coffee, your notebook and start reading. You ready? Let's get into it! 1. It…

Should You Manage Your WordPress Website Yourself? (Pros & Cons)

You can DIY your website or hire some manage your website yourself. We help you decide which is the best decision for you.

7 Quick Steps for Finding a Reliable Web Design Company

Do you know how to find a reliable web design company? Follow these tips to ensure you find a responsible website design company!

How to Find a Reliable Web Design Company

Having trouble finding a reliable web design company? Follow these 7 Steps to ensure you find a responsible website design company to complete your project!

Is YOUR Website Secure?

Lately, we've been overwhelmed with a number of customer requests to secure their website. Particularly, with an SSL Certificate.

WordPress 4.5 “Coleman” Released – Favorite New Features (with Screenshots & GIFs)

WordPress 4.5 was released on April 12, 2016, with the name of "Coleman" (in honor of jazz artist Coleman Hawkins). Another incremental update which does include a handful of helpful changes.

25% of All Websites Powered by WordPress

A full 25% of all websites in existence, are now powered by WordPress. That's 1 in 4 websites. Incredible.

WordPress 4.3 Released

WordPress 4.3 “Billie” Released – Favorite New Features (with Screenshots & GIFs)

WordPress 4.2 was released on April 27, 2015 with the name of "Powell" (in honor of jazz pianist Bud Powell on Wikipedia). Not the largest update, but it does include some handy features if you use WordPress often.

Easily Create Redirects in WordPress

How to Quickly Setup a Redirect in WordPress

Find out how to setup a redirect in WordPress in 3 simple steps using a completely free and easy to use plugin.

WordPress 4.2 Released

WordPress 4.2 Released – Favorite New Features (with Screenshots & GIFs)

WordPress 4.2 was released on April 27, 2015 with the name of "Powell" (in honor of jazz pianist Bud Powell on Wikipedia). Not the largest update, but it does include some handy features if you use WordPress often.

Creative Creating: Create the Tools You Wish Existed

I think it's important for people to build and create things they wish existed or believe they can do better. Not only for the tools that come out of it, but for the entire experience of creating.

Easy Content Management with Custom Post Types - WordPress

WordPress: Easy Content Management with Custom Post Types

Don't get me wrong, WordPress has allowed non-programmers to manage their own websites in a landscape that previously gave developers all of the power. But as with any software, it can be improved.

Before and After Customizing the Edit Post Screen in WordPress

How to Customize the Edit Post Screen in WordPress

Although it's great having a multitude of features at your disposal with WordPress, sometimes the Edit Screen can become bloated. Let's fix that.

How to Schedule Future Posts in WordPress - Graticle Design

How to Schedule Future Posts in WordPress

Scheduling blog posts to be published in the future is a breeze with WordPress. Here are four easy steps to scheduling your first future post.

404 Error Not Found on Graticle

What are 404 Errors and How to Fix Them in WordPress

The dreaded 404. If people are landing on your website and they can't find what they're looking for, they're gone. It's that simple. Learn how to fix this right now.

Google Analytics Extension on Graticle

View Google Analytics As You Browse Your Website

With this new Google Chrome extension, you can see how your customers are interacting with your website visually.

Free Website Audit

Is your website at its best? Our free website audit will guide you through boosting performance and wowing your visitors.

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