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WordPress Theme Installation

This guide explains how to install and set up WordPress themes, with examples using Astra and Storefront. Themes control the look and feel of your site and often provide ready-to-use templates.

Installing a Theme via WordPress Admin

  1. Login to WordPress Admin
    Navigate to https://yourdomain.com/wp-admin and log in with your admin credentials.

  2. Go to Themes Section

    • In the left sidebar, go to Appearance → Themes.
    • Click Add New to browse available themes.

You can view themes here or search directly in the admin panel. These are some recommended themes for you:

Uploading a Theme Manually

If you have a .zip theme file (premium or downloaded externally):

  1. Go to Appearance → Themes → Add New → Upload Theme.
  2. Choose your .zip file and click Install Now.
  3. Activate the theme once installation is complete.
  4. Customize using the Customize menu or theme-specific options.

Tips for Working with Themes

  • Child Theme: Always consider creating a child theme if you plan to modify theme files to prevent losing changes during updates.
  • Starter Templates: Many themes provide ready-to-use templates for quick setup.
  • Block Editor: Most modern themes support Gutenberg (block editor) for easier content design.
  • Performance: Lightweight themes like Astra improve page load speed and SEO.

Summary

Theme Best For Key Feature
Astra Any type of website Pre-built templates, lightweight
Storefront WooCommerce online stores WooCommerce optimized, flexible
Cenote Blogs & content websites Modern layouts, starter demos
Tyche WooCommerce shops E-commerce focused, product sections

Themes can be installed via the WordPress admin, uploaded manually, and customized using block editor or theme-specific options. Always explore starter templates for faster setup.