This will launch the WordPress media library, and you’ll be able to see all media files in your library. You can edit media files, delete them, and even upload new photos and videos from your phone using the Add button.
Managing Comments on The Go Using The WordPress App
Comments help boost user engagement and build a community around your WordPress blog. The WordPress app makes it easy to moderate comments on the go.
You can view all comments on your site by visiting the Comments tab from the app dashboard. You’ll see comments awaiting moderation and approved comments.
You can click on any comment to view more options. This will allow you to edit the comment, approve or disapprove it, mark it as spam, or add a reply.
Performing Admin Tasks via WordPress App
The WordPress app comes with limited options to manage administrative tasks on your WordPress site via the app. Let’s take a look at these options and what you can do with them.
First, the WordPress app allows you to modify some of the site settings from the ‘Settings’ tab.
These settings are similar to the settings you see in your WordPress admin area. You can change site title, tagline, default category, timezone, and other options.
However, you will not see settings pages created by your WordPress plugins.
Speaking of plugins, the WordPress app does allow you to manage and even install plugins from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
However, you cannot use any of the plugins inside the app or access their settings. This feature is mainly useful when you need to activate or deactivate a plugin while away from your computer.
Same goes for WordPress themes. The app allows you to switch between installed themes on your WordPress site, but you cannot install new themes from the app or customize them.
Is it Possible to Run WordPress Entirely from The App?
No. Currently, it is not possible to efficiently run a WordPress site using only the WordPress app.
For example, you cannot manage plugins using the app. Plugins are an essential part of a WordPress website and you need them to extend your website’s functionality.
You also cannot access custom post types, SEO options, use cover images, use blocks created by plugins, and more.
Why and When to Use The WordPress App?
While the WordPress app is not enough to efficiently run the entire website, it does an excellent job of providing you an easy to use interface to write content, upload photos, and manage comments while away from your computer.
It can also be used when traveling to places with low connectivity. You can use some of the app features offline which allows you to save content as local drafts.
It can be used as a companion app to create content on the go and manage routine tasks like moderating comments.
We hope this article helped you learn how to use the WordPress app on your mobile devices. You may also want to see our list of the best mobile apps to manage your WordPress site.
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