How to Install a WordPress Theme

This tutorial shows how to change the look of your site by installing a WordPress theme.
 

Step 1: Log in to the WordPress Admin Dashboard

1. Type in yourdomain.com/wp-admin.
2. Log in with your admin username and password.

Step 2: Go to the Themes Page

1. From the dashboard, click Appearance in the left sidebar menu.
2. From the Appearance menu, click Themes.

Step 3: Add a New Theme

Click the Add New button at the top of the Themes page.

1. Browse themes using the search bar, featured categories, or filters.

 

Step 4: Install a Theme

1. Hover over the theme you want to use and click Install.
2. Wait for the installation to complete.

Step 5: Activate the Theme

1. After installation, click the Activate button to apply the theme to your site.

 

Step 6: Customize Your Theme (Optional)

1. Click Customize under the Appearance menu.

 

 

2. WordPress Customizer can be used to customize:
   • Site Title and Tagline
   • Colors
   • Header Image
   • Widgets
3. Save changes when finished