Install Your Plugins

Plugins extend the functionality of your basic WordPress installation. You'll find more information about plugins at the Codex Plugin List. Here's a list of plugins that I would consider essential for almost any WordPress blog:

  • Admin Drop Down Menu - Adds a menu bar to the WordPress admin menu, saving you lots of clicks.
  • Ad Rotator - Lets you randomly rotate ads or other text from a text file.
  • Akismet - Spam blocker. Included in the WordPress install, but don't forget to turn it on.
  • Digg This - Adds a Digg button to your digg posts.
  • External Links - Opens outbound links in a new window.
  • Get Recent Comments - Lets you display the most recent comments or trackbacks.
  • Social Bookmark Creator - Adds social bookmark links to your entries.
  • WordPress Database Backup - On-demand backup of your WordPress database. Included with the WordPress install. Don't forget to use it; it can be a lifesaver.
  • WP-Amazon - If you're going to add Amazon items to your blog, this is a great timesaver.

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