Medium May 2026

: Use a large, bold title followed by a smaller subtitle that provides context.

Before hitting the publish button, ensure these settings are configured: medium

: Break your post into digestible sections so readers can obtain value even if they only skim. : Use a large, bold title followed by

: If you are in the Medium Partner Program, check the "Paywall your story" box to earn money based on member reading time. Action Item Draft Write focused on a single topic and angle Format Add subheadings and Unsplash images Readability Review Check for "TK" placeholders and add Alt Text Professionalism Distribute Submit to a publication and share on social media Tips for writing Medium articles Action Item Draft Write focused on a single

: Consider submitting your draft to an established publication (like Illumination or Better Marketing ) rather than self-publishing to reach a larger pre-existing audience.

: Highlight text to access the formatting bar for bold, italics, or pull quotes.