Create a Website FAQ - Building a Website

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What's the easiest way to build a website?
The easiest way of building a website, is to use an online website builder. A good website builder can set up your website within minutes. Then, all you need to do is add content. It doesn't get much easier than this! Also, a good website builder will require no technical knowledge. You simply choose a design from a list of templates, then customize it to suit your needs.

To see an example of a great online website builder, check out this Website Builder from ZappyHost.

What skills are required to build a website?
If you choose to build your own website (instead of using a website builder), you will need to know HTML and CSS. You should also have a basic understanding of web hosting, and more specifically, how to select a hosting provider. It would be beneficial to have at least a basic knowledge of JavaScript and web graphics. That should do you for a basic website. If you want to build more advanced websites, you should learn a server side scripting language such as PHP or ColdFusion. You should also learn about databases, and more specifically, SQL.
Do I need to be good at design?
Not necessarily. Many web developers aren't good designers. Web developers often buy professionally made website templates. A website template is the quickest way to create a professional looking website, while still having control over the source code. If you don't consider yourself to be a good designer, try a professionally designed website template.

Alternatively, you can always use an online website builder. This is the quickest way to create a professional looking website, and it includes over 800 professionally designed templates, as well as hosting and much more.

Where can I get some free HTML codes for my website?
You've come to the right place! Quackit provides a wide range of free HTML codes!
How do I save my photos for the web?
Photos are best saved in .jpg (or .jpeg) format. Graphics with less colors (such as logos) are best saved in .gif format. You may need to resize or crop your photos too.

To learn more about saving graphics for the web, check out my web graphics tutorial.

How do I add music to my website?
The quickest way is to use this music code generator. You can also try this music code page.
How do I add video to my website?
Check out this video code.
How do I change the font on my website?
Check out these font codes.
How do I add a background image to my website?
Check out these background image codes.
Where can I find professional website templates?
Check out these free website templates and these professional website templates.
I need a logo. Do I need to hire a graphic designer?
Hiring a graphic designer is one option.

Another great option is to use a logo template. If you have graphics software (such as Corel Draw and Photoshop), this is the perfect way to create your own logo, without having to hire a graphic designer. If this sounds good to you, check out these professionally designed logo templates.

I need a cool Flash intro. Do I need to hire a Flash expert?
Hiring a Flash expert is one option.

Another great option is to use a Flash intro template. If you have Flash, this is the perfect way to get a high quality Flash intro, without having to hire a Flash expert. If this sounds good to you, check out these professionally designed templates, many of which include Flash intros.