Managing Pages in Google Sites: Add, Rename, and Arrange

Learning Objectives

• Learn how to add new pages to your Google Sites project
• Understand the steps for renaming existing pages
• Master the technique for arranging the page order effectively

Introduction

Managing pages well is what separates organised websites from messy ones. This chapter covers three core skills you'll use constantly: adding new pages, renaming existing ones, and arranging them in logical order. These basics form the foundation of any well-structured Google Sites project.

Lessons

Lesson 1: Adding New Pages

Adding pages to your Google Sites website expands your content and gives visitors more to explore. Here's how to do it:

Step 1: Open your Google Sites editor and locate the Pages tab on the right side of your screen.

Step 2: Click the "Add page" button (the plus icon).

Step 3: Choose a layout template from the options provided. You can select from blank pages or pre-designed layouts.

Step 4: Add your content using the insert panel. Drag and drop text boxes, images, videos, and other elements onto your new page.

Step 5: Give your page a clear, descriptive name that reflects its content.

Lesson 2: Renaming Pages

Clear page names help visitors navigate your site and make your content easier to find. Here's the quick version:

Step 1: Navigate to the Pages tab and find the page you want to rename.

Step 2: Click the three vertical dots (More options) next to the page name.

Step 3: Select "Rename page" from the dropdown menu.

Step 4: Type your new page name and press Enter to save.

Lesson 3: Arranging Your Page Order

The order of your pages affects how people navigate your site. A logical structure makes everything easier to find.

Step 1: Go to the Pages tab in your Google Sites editor.

Step 2: Click and hold the page you want to move.

Step 3: Drag the page up or down to its new position in the list.

Step 4: Release your mouse to drop the page into place.

Step 5: Check your navigation menu to see how the new order appears to visitors.

Remember This

Well-organised pages make your site easier to use and more professional. Regular maintenance of your page structure keeps everything running smoothly and helps visitors find what they need quickly.

Practice

Try these exercises with your Google Sites project:

1. Add a new page using a different layout template than your existing pages
2. Rename at least one page to make its purpose clearer
3. Rearrange three pages to create a more logical navigation flow
4. Preview your site to see how these changes look to visitors

Test your changes on both desktop and mobile to ensure everything works well across devices.

FAQs

How do I add content to a new page after creating it?
Use the insert panel on the right side of your editor. Drag and drop text boxes, images, videos, and other elements directly onto your page.

Can I use any name I want when renaming pages?
Yes, you can choose any name that makes sense for your content. However, keep names concise and avoid special characters that might cause issues.

How can I see how my page order changes look to visitors?
Click the preview button (eye icon) in the top right corner of your editor. This shows you exactly how your navigation appears to site visitors.

What happens to page links when I rename a page?
Google Sites automatically updates internal links when you rename pages. However, any external links to your pages will need updating manually.

Can I create subpages or nested page structures?
Yes, you can create subpages by dragging one page slightly to the right under another page in the Pages tab. This creates a dropdown menu structure.

Jargon Buster

Google Sites: A free website-building platform that lets you create websites using a simple drag-and-drop interface.

Page Layout: The arrangement and structure of content elements on a webpage, often provided as templates.

Navigation Menu: The menu that appears on your website showing visitors how to move between different pages.

Hierarchy: The organised structure of pages that shows their relationship and importance to each other.

Insert Panel: The toolbar in Google Sites that contains all the elements you can add to your pages.

Wrap-up

You now know how to add, rename, and arrange pages in Google Sites. These skills form the backbone of good website management. Regular practice with these basics will help you build well-structured sites that visitors can navigate easily. Next, you'll learn how to customise your pages with different content types and layouts.

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