What Is the Content List of Craigslist?

You can find more than you need on Craigslist.

Craigslist features a content list -- or a list of categories you can browse through once on the site. Each category is dedicated to a specific function of Cragislist. The actual Craigslist site features postings from all around America and the world, allowing you to find postings in your particular area. The more you know about Craigslist, the easier it will be to navigate through.

Items And Housing

One of the main attractions of Craigslist are the items for sale. These items range from video games, to computers, to appliances to jewelry. The condition of the items can vary, as can the price. Look for items that have photos attached to get a sense of the condition they are in. Those looking for housing can also benefit from Craigslist, which has a listing of apartments, homes and rooms for rent or sale. Some posts are advertising empty living quarters, while other posts feature people looking for housing. You can also find office space, parking spaces, vacation rentals and sublets under the "housing" section.

Employment

There are three ways to either get work -- or hire someone -- from Craigslist. The first is to look under the "jobs" section, which lists job openings under a variety of categories including education, marketing and security. Some posts require you to send in a resume, other posts require no experience at all. Under the "services" section, you will find people offering a particular service including computer services, beauty services and automotive services. However, you can also find people looking to hire under the "services" section. Last is the "gigs" section, which typically involves one-time paying job opportunities. However, you can also find people looking for work and full time job openings under this section.

Getting Personal

Craigslist features a "personals" section, allowing you to create a post in hopes of finding the man or woman of your dreams. Or, you can create a post looking for a platonic relationship, a missed connection or a casual encounter. You must be at least 18 years of age to create or read any posts under this section. The "community" section lists events and activities taking place within your city. Events and activities include live music or volunteer programs. This category also features miscellaneous posts such as those looking for pets, those sharing political points of view and local news. Some people also post items or services for sale or job offerings under this section.

Forums And More

Craigslist features a "discussion forum" section allowing you to talk about a wide variety of topics such as pets, relationships, sexual lifestyles, cooking, writing, death and more. To the left of the posting sections you will find the Craigslist terms of use, safety tips -- including how not to get scammed -- a blog, a fact sheet and a best-of section, which includes the best postings on the site as determined by its users. Craigslist also has an area where you can post original content -- such as webisodes and how-to videos. If you need any help navigating through Craigslist, locate the "help" icon located to the left of the postings.

References

• Los Angeles: Craigslist

Resources

• Craigslist: Craigslist Terms Of Use