Alright, fellow Tumblr fanatic, ready to sprinkle a little attribution magic on your posts? Adding a source is not only a great way to keep your content legit, but it’s also just plain good manners (after all, we wouldn’t want our fellow internet dwellers thinking you’re an all-out larcenist now, would we?).
To kick this off, you’ll first want to direct your gaze upward—yes, I’m talking about the gear icon located beautifully at the top of the post form. It’s like the command center for your creative genius, just waiting to be activated. Go ahead and give that little gear a tap, and voila! You’ve entered the magical realm of post settings.
Within the illustrious post settings, your job is to locate the “Content source” field. Think of it as your dedicated space to rave about where you snagged that delightful nugget of internet gold you’re about to share with the masses. Go ahead and copy that original URL from the source of your inspiration. Paste it into the “Content source” field, and just like that, you’ve popped the cherry on top of your Tumblr sundae.
Now, don’t forget to cast a quick glance at your other options in the settings. You might find some options that tickle your fancy, like adding alt text for images (“Whoa, you mean I can make my posts more accessible?!”). It’s a win-win!
Once you’re all spruced up with the source and any other cool additions, hit that glorious “Post” button like you just scored the winning goal in the championship game. Netflix and chill may beckon, but you’re about to spread the love of good content far and wide!
And there you have it—your post is now a shining beacon of credit where credit is due. It’s like giving a shoutout to your favorite band while secretly hoping they’ll notice and invite you to hang out (we can dream, right?).
So, go forth, source those fabulous finds, and flaunt them with pride on Tumblr! 🍕✨
