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How to Convert a Multi-Page HTML Site to Jekyll, Step by Step

Turn a folder of static HTML pages into a maintainable Jekyll project — extracting shared layouts and includes, adding front matter, and fixing asset paths — with the manual steps and the automated shortcut.

· 8 min read

You have a static site — a dozen HTML files that all share the same header, footer, and navigation. Converting it to Jekyll gives you one layout, reusable includes, and clean front matter, so you edit shared markup once and it updates everywhere.