Don't Judge Craigslist by Its Cover

Why you should appreciate Craigslist's no-frills layout

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Question 1: You can only browse Craigslist markets that are near your current location.

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Craigslist can be a bit imposing at first.That's because the site, which started in 1995, has been so successful over the years that it's undergone few cosmetic changes. Craigslist offers the same options and categories for every market. All the listings and ads on Craigslist can be found in the three columns in the center of the page. The first column is for communications -- community listings, personal ads and discussion forums. The center column lists goods and services for sale. The last column shows work-related listings. These three columns are the main sections of craigslist. On the right side of the page, CL displays links to all of its other markets. You can choose these at any time. The left side of the page provides links to support and help features, as well as the community calendar, which lists all the events happening in that particular Craigslist community.Getting the hang of Craigslists basic layout is just the first step.Don't judge craigslist by its cover. It's much more exciting than just a list of blue links.