PICK A PERFECT IMAGE FOR YOUR BLOGPOST

 

A blog image is a reader's first impression of what they are about to read, so it's important to take your time in choosing the correct image.

 Your blog post needs images. If you have something you took yourself or a screenshot or video that helps explain the blog post, definitely include them. If you need to use a stock image, make sure it's one that you know is free for commercial use.

 Content writing images provide a short break from reading passages of text, which can be taxing. If your goal is to get readers to the end of a blog post, well-placed images can push them along and make your blog writing pay off. Ideally, an image every 100-200 words can keep readers engaged until the end of your post.

 Photos and illustrations make your blog post more appealing and help you get the message across. Especially when you share your post on social media, a nice image could increase your exposure enormously. Make sure to pick or create original images for blog posts that make you stand out from all the others.

 Eye-catching images also make your content more shareable on social media. Images convey emotion. A single powerful photo can elicit an emotional reaction and connection with your audience. Choose images that evoke the emotion you want to convey in your post.

 When selecting your images, you must ensure that they are clear, and do not appear grainy or pixilated. Sometimes when you download an image that is perfectly clear, its clarity is lost when you size it for your blog posts. As a general rule, opt for images with twice the resolution you require.

 Always choose copyright-free images. You could create them yourself or use stock photo websites. Resize and compress your photos before uploading them to keep your posts loading as speedily as possible. Always add title and alt text to your images, both for search engines and for accessibility purposes.