How can I create a new content type?

To learn how to create a new content type, we suggest you watch section 9, Extending Content in the lynda.com video Drupal 7 Essential Training.

Note: You will need to assign permission for the new content type to any roles you have created.

  1. From the People menu, click Permissions.
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  2. Scroll to the Nodes section and locate the rows for the content type.
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  3. Check the boxes for the new content type’s rows to add permissions. The Content Manager role is assigned permissions by default.
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WARNING: Do not assign permissions for content creation and editing to ANONYMOUS USER.

For more information on permissions, see the FAQ section Set permissions.