How to Create WordPress Meta Boxes

1. Log into your WordPress administration dashboard.
2. Click Appearance from the menu on the left side.

3. Click Widgets in the sub-menu. Your current widget configuration will appear in the right pane.
4. Click the name of a widget area from the right menu, such as Left Sidebar or Right Sidebar.
5. Click the Meta Widget in the widget bank and hold the mouse button down.
6. Drag the Meta Widget to the widget area in the right menu. You will see it appear under the name of the widget area.
7. Type a name for your meta box in the Title text box and click 'Save.' When you view your WordPress site, you will now see a meta box in the sidebar area.