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How to convert HTML to wordpress?

by cj1966
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Is there a simple way to do it?

I have a html template that I want to use for a new site but want to use it as a blog. All the "how to" pages I read seem gobbldygook!
#convert #html #wordpress
  • Profile picture of the author cj1966
    Bump!

    Any ideas at all?
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  • Profile picture of the author UBotBuddy
    I know how to strip out the HTML code quickly leaving just the content but actually using the code. I would think that would be difficult. I would love to see Dr. Andy's technique.
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  • Profile picture of the author theimdude
    Originally Posted by Topher Walker View Post

    Is there a simple way to do it?

    I have a html template that I want to use for a new site but want to use it as a blog. All the "how to" pages I read seem gobbldygook!
    Very easy -
    ø Raw HTML Plugin for WordPress | W-Shadow.com ø
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  • Profile picture of the author 7_8_shortcuts
    Originally Posted by Topher Walker View Post

    Is there a simple way to do it?

    I have a html template that I want to use for a new site but want to use it as a blog. All the "how to" pages I read seem gobbldygook!
    If you know HTML and some PHP it's relatively easy to do it.

    It's systematic and logical.

    You just have to break up your static template into 3 key parts and name the files correctly.

    On the other hand...

    If you don't know HTML and PHP... this could seem like a heck of a challenge!

    I would outsource it. Should come to about $50 - $100 for a job like that.

    Cheers
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  • Profile picture of the author I.M.Retired
    There is a good tutorial here. Not sure if it exactly what you are looking for, but there are a lot of excellent tips.

    Building Custom WordPress Theme
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    • Profile picture of the author koolphoto
      Creating a Wordpress theme for html isn't that difficult. Do a Google search and you will find tutorials. This is a site that will do it for you.

      Convert HTML to WordPress in minutes! - ThemesPress
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      • Profile picture of the author naonline
        I was searching the forum looking for an answer to this so i thought i'd bump this thread.

        I have an html site with some external backlinks and it ranks well for a few of my chosen keywords. How do i migrate to Wordpress on the same root domain without killing the backlinks and the ranking?

        I think that's what the OP wants to do as well?

        I've read that Google doesn't like a lot of 301 redirects.

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  • Profile picture of the author Istvan Horvath
    If the backlinks point to the root - there is no problem.

    If the backlinks point to separate pages inside the web site - there should be some additional work with permalinks and/or Page structure.

    In most of the cases it can be done. The final answer always depends on the site's present structure.

    Since 301 are permanent redirects - usually, there is nothing wrong with them, in case that you need to use them.
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