> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://oranthemes.gitbook.io/edge-theme/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://oranthemes.gitbook.io/edge-theme/other-pages/blog-posts.md).

# Blog posts

Blogging is a great way to [improve your Search Engine Optimization (SEO)](https://help.shopify.com/en/manual/promoting-marketing/seo), build your audience, and generate more traffic and sales for your business. Setting up a blog can help you build a community around your products and your brand.

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{% hint style="success" %}
**Steps:**

1. In the theme editor (**Customize**), open the template selector.
2. Select **Blog posts**, then **Default blog post.**
3. On the left-sidebar, select **Blog posts.**
   {% endhint %}

## General settings

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### Colors

* Background
* Text color

### Section padding

* Top padding
* Bottom padding

## Block Settings

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* Featured image
* Title
* Content
* Tags
* Share
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