> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.umbraco.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.umbraco.com/getting-started/editing-websites-with-umbraco.md).

# Editing websites

This section introduces the tools and information needed to start editing content in Umbraco.

Creating, editing, and publishing content doesn’t require prior technical knowledge; anyone can get started.

This guide will help you navigate the Umbraco backoffice, understand key terminology, and point you to further resources.

You’ll also learn how to use features like translations, forms, and other personalization tools to enhance your website.

## Get to Know the Umbraco Backoffice

The backoffice is where content editors manage websites in Umbraco. Here, you can create pages, add media, manage forms, and configure content settings.

* [**Backoffice Essentials**](https://docs.umbraco.com/umbraco-cms/get-started/backoffice-essentials)**:** Guidance for navigating and using the backoffice.
* [**Managing Content:**](https://docs.umbraco.com/umbraco-cms/get-started/backoffice-essentials/creating-saving-and-publishing-content) Learn the options for creating, saving, and publishing content.
* [**Managing Media:**](https://docs.umbraco.com/umbraco-cms/manage-and-publish-content/media-and-assets/working-with-images-and-files) Discover how to upload, organize, and use images, videos, and documents.
* [**Managing Forms:**](https://docs.umbraco.com/umbraco-cms/develop-with-umbraco/templating-and-rendering/templating/mvc/forms) Explore how to create and manage forms for collecting data from users.


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