Google Sites Tutorial for Beginners

Introduction

• Google Sites: A free, no-code website builder for Google users.
• Ability to create standard websites or full-featured e-commerce stores.
• Tutorial aims to guide users through creating responsive websites.

Getting Started

• Accessing Google Sites:

  • Go to sites.google.com
  • Sign in with your Google account.

• Creating a Website:

  • Option to create from scratch or use a template.
  • Access the Template Gallery for pre-made templates.
  • For this tutorial, start with a blank site.

Setting Up the Website

• Naming the Site:

  • Enter the name of your business (e.g., "Juicy S").

• Website Settings:

  • Navigation options: Top or side menu.

  • Brand Images:

    • Upload a logo and favicon for SEO.

  • Custom Domains:

    • Free Google Sites domain; custom domains need to be purchased.

  • Analytics:

    • Connect Google Analytics for performance tracking.

  • Announcement Banner:

    • Option to add for special announcements.

Choosing Themes

• Themes Tab:
  • Select the overall look and style of the website.
  • Change theme colors and font styles as needed.

Adding Pages

• Creating Pages:
  • Add pages such as About Us, Contact, Shop Online, and Store Locations.
  • Arrange pages in the desired order.
  • Use sub-pages for additional content under main pages.

Customizing Pages

• Insertion Options:

  • Use text boxes, images, spacers, and buttons to build out pages.

• Header and Footer:

  • Customize header images and text.
  • Add a footer with business contact details and social media links.

Building the Homepage

• Homepage Layout:

  • Add sections for business highlights, product benefits, and FAQs.
  • Use spacers to create visual separation between sections.

• Previewing the Site:

  • Test responsiveness on desktop and mobile views.

E-commerce Features

• Adding Products:

  • Use image carousels for product display.
  • Link product buttons to payment pages via platforms like Stripe.

• Embedding Products:

  • Use Equid to embed products directly into the site.

Publishing the Website

• Final Steps to Publish:

  • Enter business name and choose Google Sites URL.
  • Publish the site for public access.

• Collaboration:

  • Share site with collaborators for editing.

Conclusion

• Offers additional resources and templates for users who need assistance.
• Encouragement to comment with questions.
• Reminder to like and subscribe for future tutorials.