Start your draft
- Cover image — drag an image onto the cover area, click to upload, or generate a cover image using our built-in image generator.
- Title & subtitle — add a clear title and optional subtitle.
- Post body — below the subtitle, start to write the body of your post.

Compose with “/”
Type / anywhere to open the command menu and insert blocks:- Formatting: headings, bullets, numbered lists, quotes, dividers, callouts.
- Rich blocks: images, tables, code blocks, collapsible sections, inline equations.
- Embeds: X posts, YouTube, and generic embeds.
- Action buttons: subscribe button, share button, or add a custom button.
Tip: You can also type to search within the / menu (e.g., /image, /quote, /youtube).

Preview your post
In the top right, next to the primary “Continue” button, click the “Preview” to see your post as it will appear to your readers.
Publish settings
After you click “Continue”, you’ll have the chance to set some final options before publishing:- Post slug - customize the URL of your post.
- Authors - add co-authors, collaborators, or anyone you want to add to your byline.
- Post preview - write a short description for social and search / SEO / LLM’s.
- Coins - toggle “Coin this post” to let readers support you.
- Delivery - toggle “Deliver your newsletter” to send your post to subscribers via email and wallets.
- Timing - publish now or schedule for later.

Cover image guidelines & best practices
Cover images help your post stand out across Paragraph, Farcaster, and beyond. Follow these guidelines to ensure your images display correctly and look great everywhere.Recommended dimensions
- Ideal aspect ratio: 2:1
- Recommended size: 2000 × 1000 px
- Minimum size: 844 × 422 px
Cropping and display
Paragraph enforces a consistent 2:1 crop across the platform. The image is centered automatically and adapts slightly between desktop and mobile views. To ensure important details aren’t cut off:- Keep key elements (faces, text, focal points) within the center 60–70% of the image.
- Avoid placing text or critical details near the top or bottom edges.
- Test your image on both desktop and mobile if possible.
File Format
- Use high-quality PNG or JPEG files.
- Avoid transparent backgrounds.
- Keep file sizes under 5 MB for best performance.
Design Tips
- Choose simple, high-contrast visuals that work in both light and dark modes.
- If including text, place it near the lower third of the image with generous margins.
- Avoid overly detailed or busy imagery that doesn’t scale well to small previews.

