Blogs

What's a blog?

Blogs are a fun and free way to express yourself on Dada.net! It's like keeping a journal that the whole world can read!

You don't have to be a computer expert or know HTML to blog on Dada.net. First, you choose your template. Then, you can add photos, videos and sound files to your blog entries to make them even more interesting. Blog about what your day was like, a news item or a random observation. Your blog can be about anything you want!

The entries in the blog are called posts. In the blogs section (under "The Movement,") you will find the latest posts published by Dada users. Find out how to create your blog by reading below.

How can I create a blog?

To create a new blog, scroll over the "YOU" tab and select "Your Profile." From your profile page, scroll over the dropdown menu in the top right corner and select, "create a new blog."

You will then see a page where you fill in the title of your blog, the URL and the description. Be sure to choose a catchy URL so that it's easy for your friends and family to remember. From this page, you'll also be able to select your blog template -- the colors and design of your blog page. In minutes, you'll see your design online and can start posting!

How do I add a post to my blog?

To write a new post, go to your profile page (under "YOU") and click "new post" next to the blog you want to post to. Then, you'll be taken to a page where you can enter and format your new post.

You can type directly into the form, cut and paste text from somewhere else and add hyperlinks to make your blog more interesting. You can also add pictures and videos, using the buttons provided.

In order to make your blog more visible, add "tags" to your post. Tags are keywords that help others find your post in searches. Add words that relate to your post and it will be easier for other users to find. Also, be sure to select a category, so users browsing the site will see your work.

You can also blog directly from your mobile phone! After you log in, click on the mobile phone icon next to your mood at the top of the page to add a phone number to your account. Then, if you are on the go and want to make a post, send the post as a text message to the following e-mail: blog@dada.net. It's that easy!

You can also view your blog from your phone, just go point your cell phone browser to: http://yourblogname.dada.ps!

How can I add Photos and Videos to my blog?

When you click "Add Picture" or "Add a video" while posting to your blog (or from your profile page), a pop-up will display and you will need to browse your files to locate the file. You will also need to check a box confirming that you are not violating copyright law by posting the file (if you do not have permission to use the file, you will not be able to upload it to Dada.net).

You can also categorize the picture or video, as well as add a description. And, you can adjust the dimensions of the picture and choose its placement on your blog.

How do I comment on a post?

Be even more active in the Dada.net community by reading other peoples' blogs and commenting on them! When you come across a post that you want to share your thoughts on, just click the "Comments" link below the post itself. Try to keep your comment on topic, and remember that blog authors have the capability to delete comments that are offensive or obscene.

You can also add your own blog URL or your Dada personal URL to your comment post, so that whoever reads it can easily access your pages. You will need to enter a printed code into the form in order to complete your comment post (this is to prevent spam).

What are incoming links?

Incoming Links is a term to describe when other Dada members want to connect their blog URL to yours. Basically, they want to showcase your blog on their own. Consider it free advertising!

From your profile page, click Manage. Under "Advanced Options," select the "Incoming Links" tab to see which Dada members have linked to your blog. You can then automatically add them to your preferred list and return the favor!

What are tags and categories for?

Categorizing your blog and using tags are highly effective ways to enhance your blog posts and to make them visible in the community. It's like adding a label to your blog to let others know what they can expect to read. Categories can be anything from music to TV to sports, or more specific labels such as Hip-Hop, Reality TV or College Football.

Tags are keywords that help others find your post in searches. Choose tags that relate to your particular post. If your post is about a football team, for example, just type in all the words you can think of that relate to it (separated by commas): NFL,team,gridiron,weekone,season,playoffs,coach -- The more tags, the more chances your blog post will get noticed!

What are templates?

The Templates section contains sample layouts you can choose for your blog. Choose from the friend$ templates, which contain design elements created to optimize your earning potential for the friend$ program; emotional templates, which contain sound and motion elements to make your blog aurally and visually exciting; and the classic templates, which contain popular layouts. If none of the designs on the first page inspire you, click "View more templates" at the bottom of the page.

When you find one you like, simply check the button underneath the template and click "Choose the selected template!" You can change it at any time, so you never get bored!