How to Add Content

Adding content is simple with Xomba once you get the hang of it.

First, decide whether you're writing an Xomblurb or an Xombyte:
 

A Xomblurb is a minimum of 50 words that functions like a social bookmark.

 

A Xombyte is a minimum of 150 words and is a traditional magazine style article.
 

So, for example, if you just read a great article about skiing in Austria and you want to point others to it, you'll be writing a Xomblurb.  If, however, you personally just went on a trip to Austria and can't wait to describe your experiences and offer up tips and tricks for other travelers, write a Xombyte.


How to post a Xombyte

  1. Click on the orange "post a xombyte" button in the top right navigational menu.
  2. Type your content into the body box. You should write a minimum of 150 words.
  3. Come up with a unique title (if its not unique it cannot be posted) and post it in the title box. Do not use ALL CAPS.
  4. Choose a category from the category drop box which best matches your subject matter.
  5. Enter a maximum of five keywords in the tags box (you must enter at least one).  These are words that relate to your article.  Think, "What would someone search in order to get my article?"  Use the drop down box for tag   suggestions, or choose your own.
  6. Don't forget to hit the submit button at the bottom of the page.
  7. The preview button will allow you to view your Xombyte as others will see it, before you submit.
How to post a Xomblurb
 
  1. Click on the orange "post a xomblurb" button in the top right navigational menu.
  2. Create a title using a unique phrase.  Titles that have already been used will not be accepted.  Do not use ALL CAPS.
  3. Choose a category from the category drop box which best matches your subject matter. 
  4. Enter a maximum of five keywords in the "tags" box.  These are words that relate to your article.  Think, "What would someone search in order to get my article?"  Use the drop-down box for tag suggestions, or choose your own.  
  5. In the "type" drop box select the content to which you will be linking.
  6. In the "link" box enter the URL to which the content of your article refers.  The URL must be unique.
  7. In the "summary" box, use a minimum of 50 word to sum up your link.  This summary must be your own original work.

How to add hyperlinks
When creating an article in Xomba, you are provided with a toolbar to edit your text.  Add a hyperlink simply by highlighting the word you want to link and selecting the icon at the top right that looks like a globe with a chain link in front of it.  Then simply type in your URL link. 
    
 
How to upload an image

To add an image to your Xomblurb or Xombyte select the icon on the far right in your toolbar that looks like a picture. This will prompt you for your image URL or to browse your computer for the image.  It will also allow you options for centering and bordering your pictures.  Your image will automatically upload after you select it through the browsing menu.

  

 

 How To View Your Content
 

Select the "My Posts"  link in the top right navigational menu.  Here you will be able to view all of the content which you have published.   You will be able to see the title, date, number of comments, total reads, daily reads and, if you'd like, you can edit your document even after it has been posted.

 

How to Copy and Paste from Word

To copy content for your Microsoft Word file click on the icon on the left in your toolbar that looks like a clipboard with a W in front of it. Once clicked, it will bring up a second box that instructs you to paste your content directly into this box. This will allow your original format to be directly placed into your Xomba article.

 

How to Copy and Paste As Plain Text

Select the icon directly to the left of the copy and paste word icon. This icon is located on the left in your toolbar and looks like a clipboard with a T in front of it. This allows you to copy information without transferring over the original format.

 

How to Copy and Paste From Anywhere but Word

When copying content from anywhere but word you would click on the icon that looks like a clipboard with a piece of paper infront of it. This icon is located directly to the left of the paste as plain text icon on the left of your toolbar. With this, you can copy content from any document and keep the formatting, but remember no plagiarism.

How To Insert a Table

Select the icon that looks like a table, this will prompt you to add how many rows and columns you would like. You can also add how many headers and your border size with this feature. If you would like, you can also add a caption and a summary. You will find this information at the bottom of the box that appears when you select the table icon.

 

How to Insert a Horizontal Line

Select the icon that looks like two secions with a line through it. By clicking on this icon it will automatically add a line to your article.

 

How to Add Special Characters

To add special characters, select the icon that looks like dice. This icon allows you to add any special letters or numbers that you would like to add to your article. This includes letters with accents and arrows.

 

 

 

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