How to Get the Header Graphic from Your WordPress Blog

Thu, Apr 1, 2010

Blogging Tips

Being new to the whole online networking scene, I had so much to learn!  My husband created the header image for my wordpress blog and Fred Grover, techsmith for Camtasia Studio, edited the image a little so it was exactly what I wanted.

Until today I didn’t even know what “it” was called! Kimberly Castleberry enlightened me! What I always called a “Logo” is really called a Header Image! 

Even without knowing that the Header Image is so important, I planned to use it on printed work or power point presentations. I hadn’t asked Fred for a copy of it. When I asked him, he taught me how to get it right off the internet! It really is easy!

Simply right click on the image and click print on the drop down menu. Move over to the destination page, right click, then click on print.  There it is! It’s really easy! 

I now recognize that the header is the first chance to make a good impression and I’m grateful that my image turns my site into a stunning one. I’ll be able to use this image for my letterhead, note pads, business cards and stationery.

Now that I’m doing lots of syndication, I’ll be able to grab my tribe’s header images from their wordpress sites and post them on mine! 

So what are you going to do with your wordpress header image? I’d love to hear!

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48 Responses to “How to Get the Header Graphic from Your WordPress Blog”

  1. Lynn Glaser Says:

    Hi Linda,

    This is a such a simple little trick that I think anyone can have a go at with your easy to do instructions :-)

    Cheers,

    Lynn
    .-= Lynn Glaser´s last blog ..A Twitter Tab For Your Facebook Fan Page In 7 Easy Steps =-.

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  2. Bill Cowan Says:

    Some things just pass us by and when someone else shows us how to do it, we say to ourselves “ah, didn’t know it was that easy”. I love little tips like this. Thanks
    .-= Bill Cowan´s last blog ..Don’t Play Superman =-.

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  3. Matt Jones Says:

    Hi Linda
    So great that you are learning and then putting it straight out there and teaching it. I find this is the best way to learn… to teach! Thats a great slide show too. I am in the process of rebuilding my site so i will put your teachings into action :)
    Thanks!
    Cheers,
    Matt
    .-= Matt Jones´s last blog ..Do Your Beliefs Serve You Anymore? =-.

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  4. Krista Abbott Says:

    Linda,
    Glad to see that you are sharing your new found knowledge. That’s a fantastic “Go-Giver” spirit. Keep up the great work!
    Krista
    .-= Krista Abbott´s last blog ..Are you using the right Key Words for SEO? =-.

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  5. Darlene Davis Says:

    Linda,
    What a neat way to have your brand so accessible! Your video explains it very clearly and I can’t wait to use this tip myself.

    Am not sure what we would do without the challenge of learning each and every day!
    .-= Darlene Davis´s last blog ..Multiple Sclerosis – Living Above The Fear =-.

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    • Linda Grace Says:

      I agree! I am having so much fun learning this skill! The computer and marketing are so foreign to me! I love people, I love learning, I can already feel the success!

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  6. Sally Bath Says:

    Hi Linda, thanks for sharing this great little trick. I didn’t realise this could be done. What a great idea you had for keeping all your correspondence consistent!
    Can’t believe how much there is to learn with blogs so I really appreciate your valuable content.
    Sally
    .-= Sally Bath´s last blog ..4 Hour work week? You’ve got to be kidding… =-.

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  7. Toni King Says:

    Hi Linda,
    thanks for sharing that interesting little tip.
    I don’t have a personal header as yet, but I realise the importance of having one. It’s on my to do list :)
    Yours is very attractive.
    Cheers Toni
    .-= Toni King´s last blog ..Surrogate Healing with EFT =-.

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  8. Fred Grover Says:

    Hi Linda,

    Thanks for mentioning me here. I am glad I could help you learn something and you can now pass that along. I would like to let others know that I am in no way employed, affiliated, with TechSmith at all. I am listed on their website as a Camtasia Studio 3rd Party Service Provider however. If you have a blog or product, software, etc. we can help in showing you how create and put the video on your site. Thanks again Linda for the mention and keep up the great work. This site is looking great.

    Fred Grover – Poderosa Ranch
    http://www.poderosaranch.com
    .-= Fred Grover´s last blog ..Poderosa Ranch now listed on TechSmith website. =-.

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  9. Val Wilcox Says:

    Linda,
    Great post about the importance of first impressions to your blog. That’s one area I have not addressed as of yet. Thanks for the reminder,
    Val
    .-= Val Wilcox´s last blog ..Everyone Has A Dream =-.

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  10. Gavin Mountford (Killer MLM Graphics) Says:

    Hi Linda,

    That’s a cool video and will definitely help many people. Lot’s of people are struggling with the technical aspects of blogging and online Networking. I love it and have been doing it for 5+ years!

    Wow… doesn’t time fly :-)

    I also have a Killer MLM Graphics service myself actually where myself and my designer help online networkers create their compelling profile.

    So, this post ties in nicely.

    Great to meet you anyway, I found you through TSA.

    Speaks soon,
    Gavin Mountford
    The Networking Superstar
    .-= Gavin Mountford (Killer MLM Graphics)´s last blog ..RSS Feed Me Some Yummy Blog Posts… Syndication Power! =-.

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  11. Chris Hughes Says:

    Linda thank you so much for this!!! I’ve been curious as to how to do it and now I can…along with sharing it with my followers! Simple and easy, just the way I like it :)
    .-= Chris Hughes´s last undefined ..If you register your site for free at =-.

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  12. Karin Says:

    Simple but very valuable. Thanks for the tip. I will definitely put this on my to do list.
    .-= Karin´s last blog ..Will Digg help shape the future of news? =-.

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    When I read your article and saw the video…I really just wanted to hit myself in the head of how easy this way. Geesh!

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  22. David Forrester Says:

    Thanks Linda, A great little trick..and so simple!
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  25. Sandra Bonham Says:

    I wasnt too good when it comes to doing things done on my self and this blog actually helps me out on my problem on doing my first blog on wordpress. I enjoy reading your blog and it gives me more tips on how to do it better.

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  26. Lizzy from Auto Lease Broker Los Angeles Says:

    I read the title wrong, I thought you were going to show how or where I could make my own header image! Ha, but this is good to know for when I do finally get a header image on my blog.

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    • Linda Grace Says:

      Sorry about that Lizzy! I should have been more clear about the post! I was so excited when I learned how to copy it for power point presentations, I just had to share!
      Linda

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  27. Mark from Getting Started With WordPress Says:

    Like you I’ve always thought of the header image as the logo. I’ve just started using the Fresh News theme, and there is an option for both, which I found a bit confusing at first.

    I agree that a good header is very important, in fact I’m still working on the new one for my new theme. A good header image is part of your brand, so it’s worth going to a lot of trouble to get it just right.

    I’m not at the stage where I need stationary printed, but thanks to you I’m going to make sure my header design will look good in print as well.
    Mark@Getting Started With WordPress recently posted..WordPress Themes Revisited – Woo ThemesMy Profile

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