✍️ So you’ve been approved as an Editor — congratulations! Now it's time to write your first blog post and share your tipid tips with the community. Whether it’s a product you love, a shopping strategy that works, or a personal experience that can help others, this guide will walk you through each part of the blog post form — and how to make the most out of it.
Let’s go section by section:
Title
What it’s for: This is the headline of your blog post. It’s what users will see first.
Tips:
- Keep it short and clear.
- Spark curiosity or highlight the benefit.
- Use numbers or keywords when possible.
✅ Examples:
- "7 Must-Have Kitchen Tools Under ₱500"
- "How I Saved ₱3,000 Using Cashback Apps"
Post Type
What it’s for: Post types help organize your content and signal to readers what kind of blog they’re about to read. Choosing the right type improves discoverability and sets the right expectations.
📝 Available Types:
- 🧡 Story – Share a personal experience or tipid journey.
- “How I planned our ₱5k family vacation to Baguio”
- 🔍 Review – Offer your honest opinion about a product or service.
- “Shopee vs Lazada delivery: Which is faster in the province?”
- 🔥 Deal – Found a sulit deal? Share it with everyone!
- “₱99 kitchen tools that feel like ₱500 — legit Shopee find!”
- ⚖️ Compare – Compare two or more options to help readers choose.
- “Air Fryer vs Oven Toaster: Which one saves more energy?”
- 📘 Guide – A step-by-step tutorial, checklist, or how-to.
- “How to set monthly grocery limits using free budgeting apps”
- 📦 Unbox – Showcase a new purchase with photos and first impressions.
- “Unboxing my ₱1,000 surprise box from TikTok Shop”
Tips:
- Choose only one post type that best matches your content.
- Be consistent across similar posts for better organization.
Short Description
What it’s for: This appears as a preview or snippet on the homepage or category pages.
Tips:
- Keep it around 1–2 short sentences.
- Think of it like a teaser to pull readers in.
- Focus on value: what will the reader gain?
✅ Example:
“Here’s how I scored ₱1,000 worth of groceries for half the price — without using a credit card!”
Post Content (Main Body)
We use the Trix Editor, which supports rich formatting like:
- Headings (H1, H2)
- Bold, italic, underline
- Bullet and numbered lists
- Links
- Blockquotes
Tips:
- Break long text into sections using headings.
- Use bullet points for product lists or steps.
- Add bold or italic for emphasis.
- Tell a story, then give actionable tips.
✅ Example structure:
- Intro – Share your personal experience or hook
- Problem/Solution – What did you struggle with? How did you solve it?
- Tips or Recommendations – List out practical suggestions
- Closing – Encourage readers to try it or ask questions
Post Image
What it’s for: This is your article’s thumbnail or featured image.
Tips:
- Choose a high-quality, relevant image.
- Avoid blurry or cluttered photos.
- Ideally, use an image that reflects the product or story you’re telling.
Tags
What it’s for: Tags help group related content and improve searchability.
Important: We use kebab-case, separated by commas.
Examples:
- ✅ online-shopping, cashback-apps, budget-meals
- ❌ Online Shopping, Cashback Apps (wrong)
Tips:
- Be specific but not overly long.
- Reuse existing tags when possible for consistency.
Category
What it’s for: Categories help organize posts by topic, making it easier for readers to browse content based on their interests.
Choose the one that best fits your post. If your post overlaps multiple topics, go with the most relevant or specific one.
Available Categories & When to Use Them:
- 👜 Accessories
Use this for watches, bags, phone cases, jewelry, sunglasses, etc.- “Affordable minimalist watches under ₱300”
- 🚗 Automotive
Car/bike accessories, maintenance tips, fuel-saving hacks.- “How I saved money changing my own spark plugs”
- 💄 Beauty
Skincare, makeup, grooming routines, product reviews.- “₱100 lip tints that last all day”
- 🎬 Entertainment
Streaming deals, movie apps, subscription comparisons.- “Is YouTube Premium worth it for Filipino viewers?”
- 🧰 Essentials
Household items, hygiene products, and everyday must-haves.- “My ₱500 SM grocery haul for the week”
- 👗 Fashion
Clothing hauls, outfit ideas, style hacks, ukay finds.- “Budget-friendly streetwear finds on Shopee”
- 💰 Finance
Budgeting, saving tips, credit card perks, cashback reviews.- “My experience using Maya for bill payments”
- 🏋️ Fitness
Workout gear, exercise tips, supplements, fitness apps.- “Home workouts with resistance bands: ₱200 vs ₱500 sets”
- 🍛 Food
Grocery finds, food hacks, cooking tips, budget meals.- “7 tipid-friendly ulam ideas under ₱100”
- 📱 Gadgets
Reviews, accessories, tech deals, upgrades.- “Best ₱1k Bluetooth earbuds I’ve used so far”
- 🩺 Health
Vitamins, home remedies, insurance tips, personal wellness.- “How I boosted my immunity without breaking the bank”
- 🏠 Home & Living
Appliances, cleaning hacks, furniture finds, organizing tips.- “My ₱300 SM appliance center haul to tidy up my kitchen”
- 📰 News
Sales announcements, platform updates, shopping trends.- “Big Brand Sale: What’s worth buying this July 15?”
- 👶 Parenting
Baby needs, parenting hacks, back-to-school tips.- “Tipid tips for first-time moms on Lazada Baby Store”
- 🐾 Pets
Pet care items, budget grooming tools, food reviews.- “How I feed my aspin for ₱25/day”
- 🔎 Self Improvement
Productivity, learning, habits, personal growth.- “Shopee books that helped me fix my finances”
- 💻 Technology
Broader than gadgets — includes apps, online tools, AI tips.- “Free browser extensions to track discounts automatically”
- ✈️ Travel
Budget trips, packing hacks, airfare deals, destination tips.- “My ₱3k Siargao weekend: Budget itinerary & breakdown”
🧠 Suggestions:
- If it’s product-based: choose Accessories, Beauty, Gadgets, etc.
- If it’s a life hack: try Essentials, Finance, or Self Improvement.
- If it’s a personal tipid experience: Story + match the category to the topic.
- For food, parenting, or pets — always use their dedicated categories.
When in doubt, choose the most specific category — or use Essentials as a fallback.
Final Tip
Before hitting publish:
- Re-read your post like you’re a reader.
- Ask: "Is this helpful, inspiring, or entertaining?"
- Make sure your title and intro invite curiosity.
Ready to Share Your Story?
You don’t need to be a professional writer to make a difference. Every blog post that shares real experiences, tipid wins, or helpful reviews contributes to our growing community of smart Filipino shoppers.
Happy blogging, Editor! 🎉
