Archive for February 2009

HowTo: Manage Cookies in Google Chrome

The Google Chrome browser has an easy-to-use interface for managing your browser’s cookies. Watch this screencast to find out how to search for and delete cookies in Google Chrome.

How do I adjust the shipping charges per quanity ordered in eShop for WordPress?

Via the eShop WordPress plugin, my client needed to know how to adjust the shipping charges per quanity of a product ordered. It’s a simple process of using “Method 1″ shipping in eShop and adjusting the shipping charges table accordingly. You can watch the screencast to find out how. Plugin(s) Discussed: eShop for WordPress by [...]

Using the WP Redirection plugin to create URL redirects on your WordPress website

The Redirection plugin for WordPress lets you redirect old links to your website to new pages. It is especially handy when the URL structure of your website changes.

How do I manage comments in WordPress 2.6.5?

If your website has a WordPress blog, you’ll need to know how to manage comments on the posts you publish. In this screencast I show you how. Plus, I show you the correct way to mark a comment as “spam”. Hint: You should never mark a “spam” comment as “spam” in your email client. Rather [...]

How do I set the timezone for my WordPress blog?

Set the timezone for your WordPress blog by accessing “Settings > General” and adjusting the timezone dropdown appropriately. Watch the screencast to see how. Note: In the screencast, I point out a common error regarding “daylight savings time.” You can check my facts in this DST Wikipedia article.

Client Spotlight: HealthyVessel.com

Health and wellness lecturer, Linda Atchley, asked me to design a website that would serve as an additional resource after her speaking engagements. This screencast gives you a preview of the site that I built for her.

How do I adjust the dropdown values for a WordPress eShop product?

My client over at www.feedyourfaith.org needed to adjust the dropdown values for a product he is selling on his site. In this screencast, I show you how. Plugins discussed: eShop for WordPress

How do I make a link open in a new tab/window?

Make your hyperlinks open in a new tab or window by adjusting the target attribute for the link. Watch this video to find out how. Note: This screencast covers the WordPress interface prior to WP 2.7; however, the basic concept is still the same.