How to Link to a Specific Section in Google Sites

Introduction

• Presenter: Richard Byrne
• Objective: Demonstrate how to link to a specific section of a page in Google Sites.

Steps for Linking to a Section

Creating a Section

1. Visit Google Site:

   • Start with your homepage.
   • Example sections: Dogs, Cats, More About Me.

2. Add a New Section: "More About Me"

   • Use a layout to add content.
   • Mention a hobby, e.g., "I like to ride bikes."
   • Upload an image:
     • Example: Add a picture of a bicycle from the desktop.

Publishing the Site

3. Publish Changes
   • Compare draft vs. published version.
   • Publish the updated site.

Linking to a Specific Section

4. Copy the Heading Link
   • Hover over section headers (e.g., "About My Cats").
   • Click on the "heading link" icon.
   • Copy the specific section link.

Practical Application

• Use Case: Directing students to specific sections in a resource-heavy page.
• Share the link through platforms like Google Classroom or other LMS.

Conclusion

• Provides a convenient way to navigate long pages.
• Reference: freetechforwardteachers.com or subscribe to Richard’s YouTube channel for more tutorials.