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Explanations and instructions of all things Writing.Com.

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Writing.Com is an online community where writers share their work, discover new ideas, and support each other’s creativity. Here you'll find tools, opportunities, and a welcoming community that encourages creativity and growth.

Whether you're looking for a place to store your writing, receive feedback, or simply connect with other writers, you'll find people here who are excited to read what you create.

New here? Try one of these to get started:
• Post your first piece (first drafts are welcome!)
• Read and share your thoughts with other writers. Even a few words help!
• Introduce yourself in the Newsfeed and forums
• Explore contests and prompts

Remember: everyone starts somewhere... your writing is welcome here.

If you’re new to Writing.Com and feeling a bit overwhelmed, don’t worry. Almost every member, new and old, has felt that way at some point. Think of Writing.Com like a big creative city. There are streets and avenues that lead to new and interesting places. Parks and secluded corners tucked away to discover. Neighborhood cafés, lively groups of people, and special interest clubs around every turn. There is so much to explore! You can jump right in and wander, or use this guide to help you find your way.

This is our reference guide to Writing.Com.
Enjoy your explorations!1






Welcome to Writing.Com!
Get Started With Your Account


OVERVIEW OF WRITING.COM    TOP
         About Writing.Com
         The Uniqueness of Writing.Com
         Benefits of Writing.Com
         Success Stories From Our Members
         For the Authors
         For the Readers
         For the Educators
         For the Parents
         Support Writing.Com


GUESTS, MEMBERS & MEMBERSHIPS    TOP

         Register For Your Free Account
         Free and Paid Membership Benefits
                             *Bullet* Compare Free and Paid Membership Benefits
                             *Bullet* Increase Your Paid Membership Level
                             *Bullet* When Your Paid Membership Expires
                             *Bullet* RAOK (Random Acts Of Kindness) Group
         New Members: Our Newbies
         Authorized Secondary Accounts (ASA)
         Premium Plus Members' Handbook
 


CREATING & POSTING ON WRITING.COM    TOP
Learn how to upload your work to Writing.Com or create something new. Explore the tools available to enhance your portfolio and participation in the community.

Creating Basics
         Creating and Uploading Writing
         Using the Editor


Writing & Content
         Static Item
         Book
         Campfire Creative
         Interactive Story

Community & Interaction
         Message Forum
         Group
         Community Note (cNote)
           In & Out
                   Create/Edit an In & Out
                             Preset In & Out Display Formats
                             Custom In & Out Display Formats
         User Poll
                   Create/Edit a User Poll

Media & Files
         Image
                   Save Image To Your Computer
                   Create/Edit an Image
                   Image Guidelines and Policies
                   Creative Image Ideas
                   Writing.Com Images For Your Signature(s)
         Photo Album
                   Create/Edit a Photo Album
                   Manage a Photo Album
         Audio
                   Create/Edit Audio
         Web Page
                   Create/Edit a Web Page
         Document
                   Create/Edit a Document

Tools & Organization
         Folder
                   Create/Edit a Folder
         Workspace
         Survey Form
                   Create/Edit a Survey Form
                   Manage a Survey Form
         Shop
                   Create/Edit a Shop
                   Manage a Shop
         Product Review
                   Create/Edit a Product Review

Activities
         Madlib
                   Create/Edit a Madlib
         Crossword Puzzle
                   Create/Edit a Crossword Puzzle
                   Manage a Crossword Puzzle
         Word Search
                   Create/Edit a Word Search
         Quiz
                   Create/Edit a Quiz


ITEM & WRITING TOOLS    TOP
The tools provided by Writing.Com are unique and designed to help you customize your items to your liking.
         Covers
         Full Screen Edit
         Item Aliases
         Auto-Rewards
         Edit Points
         Passkeys
         Access Restrictions
         Revision History
         Item Statistics
         Submission Tracking System
         Notepad
         Ideanary
         Virtual Dice
         Macros


GAINING EXPOSURE FOR YOUR WRITING    TOP
You posted your writing on Writing.Com. Now what?

         Gaining Exposure For Your Items
         BidClick System: Sponsored Items, Links & Genres
         The Shameless "Plug" Page
         Writing Contests @ Writing.Com
         Activities @ Writing.Com
         The Marketplace
         Advertising Published Works

Promoting Your Work
         Help Us Help YOU!
         Promoting Your Portfolio URL



YOUR WRITING.COM PORTFOLIO    TOP
The Writing.Com portfolio system is unique and designed to support your creativity. Each member has their own portfolio, filled with tools and space to create, organize, and grow.

Portfolio Basics
Tabs
         Portfolio Tab
         Reviews Tab
         Biography Tab
         Notebook Tab
         Blog Tab
         Community Tab
         Fans Tab
         Sliders Tab
Tools
         Export Your Work From Your Portfolio
         Item Edit Logs
         Transfer an Item To Another Member
         Stats & Info
Settings
         Portfolio Highlighting
         InkSpot.Com Setup


READING    TOP
Thousands of original items are available to read on Writing.Com. Learn how to explore them here.
 
Finding Items To Read
Perusing Authors and Portfolios
Writing.Com Newsletters


RATING AND REVIEWING    TOP
An integral part of this writing community, rating and reviewing the items you read is very important and it benefits everyone involved!
 


THE COMMUNITY    TOP
The community is a central part of Writing.Com, shaped by its people, policies, processes, and online economy.

Identity & Recognition
         Portfolio Icons
         Costumicons
         Community Recognition
         Merit Badges and Achievements
         AwardIcons
         Custom Merit Badges and Awardicons
         Account Anniversaries
         Referred Member Tracking
         Promotion to Preferred Author
         Promotion to Moderator
         Request a Deceased Member Be Memorialized

Community Activities
         Beta: Trinkets
         WDC Features for NaNoWriMo Participants

Economy
         Gift Points
         How to Use Gift Points at Writing.Com
         How to Acquire Gift Points
         Automatic Gift Points from Writing.Com

Miscellaneous
         Wish List
         Who's Online

Policies
         Content Rating System (CRS)
         Writing.Com Copyright Policy
         Privacy Policy


COMMUNICATION    TOP
From sending email to replying to reviews, learn how to use the communication tools available on Writing.Com.

Email
         "Inbox" Tab
         "Compose Email" Tab
         "Addresses" Tab
         "Folders" Tab
         "Search" Tab
         "Options" Tab
         Setting Up Offsite Mail Service

Interaction Tools
         Newsfeed
         Notifications
         Instant Message Console
         Why We Review


NAVIGATION    TOP
Learn how to move around Writing.Com and access its main areas.
 
         Navigate Writing.Com
         Skins & Themes
         My Account
         My Favorites and Fans


HELP AND SUPPORT    TOP
Writing.Com staff regularly monitor the site and work to answer questions as promptly as possible. In addition, many knowledgeable members are happy to help and point you in the right direction.
 


CONTACT US    TOP
Have a suggestion or need to report a bug? Contact us and we’ll review it.
 
         Bug Reporting
         Suggestion Box
         Send Your Testimonial!
         Contact Writing.Com
         Close Your Writing.Com Account


APPENDIX    TOP
Additional information for our readers.
 
         Contributors and Credits
         Entry Aliases for 101  
         Legacy: Working With WritingML in Code View


SEARCH    TOP
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Footnotes
1  A special thanks to JACE Author Icon, Jeff Author Icon and The StoryMistress Author Icon for the extensive help on Writing.Com 101.