www.wpshowcasetheme.com http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 How to Modify Your Free WordPress Theme http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2013/03/26/how-to-modify-your-free-wordpress-theme/ http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2013/03/26/how-to-modify-your-free-wordpress-theme/#comments Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/?p=14 WordPress has become an increasingly popular way to build a website or blog over the last few years. Most people think you need to buy WordPress themes, and while there are plenty of nice ones for sale, there is also a huge variety of free WordPress themes that you can download and modify.

Just because a WordPress theme is free does not mean you are unable to modify it. As a matter of fact, most free WordPress themes are very easy to modify. The amount of modifying you do will be based on your knowledge of WordPress and coding, but to get you started, here are a couple of easy ways to modify your free WordPress theme.

Download Your Theme and Dig In

Once you have your domain setup and hosted you can install WordPress. Once WordPress is installed you will automatically be given the current WordPress theme that they give you. To modify this click on “themes” in the left sidebar of the backend and download the theme you want. Once you have your free WordPress theme downloaded you will be able to click on that theme choice and switch colors, layout options, setting and more.

Coding Free WordPress Themes

Some free WordPress themes won’t allow for coding changes or provide a css style sheet. However, there are several that do. If you have a knowledge of php functions and css you can go click on “themes” and then click on “edit” which will take you to the free WordPress theme’s style sheet and setup.

]]> http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2013/03/26/how-to-modify-your-free-wordpress-theme/feed/ 0 What to Look for in a Business WordPress Theme http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/07/25/what-to-look-for-in-a-business-wordpress-theme/ http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/07/25/what-to-look-for-in-a-business-wordpress-theme/#comments Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/?p=13 You’ve put a lot of thought into your small business. You’ve trademarked your name, spoken with a lawyer and compared Champion energy rates in Bee-House for your actual storefrontbut what about your website? If you’re planning on using WordPress to host your business site you’ve got to choose the right theme – pick a free one to spice things up but know what to look for:
Ease of Use: The biggest problem with most WordPress themes is that they’re difficult to manage. Make sure the one you choose uploads links correctly, is spaced appropriately for pictures and is maneuverable.
Go with Simple: If you’re picking theme for, say, your food blog you can be a little more creative, but if you’re talking about your business err on the side of cautious. Don’t go with overly loud colors and choose a theme that’s only got two fonts or less for ease of use.
High Ratings: A number of websites offer feedback from users of particular WordPress themes – if you read a negative review of the theme you’re considering, listen.

]]> http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/07/25/what-to-look-for-in-a-business-wordpress-theme/feed/ 0 Is There A Perfect WordPress Theme for Your Company http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/26/is-there-a-perfect-wordpress-theme-for-your-company/ http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/26/is-there-a-perfect-wordpress-theme-for-your-company/#comments Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/?p=11 There are thousands of wordpress themes you can choose from including themes that are specifically for business websites. This makes it very likely that you’ll find one that’s perfect for your company. Every year themes and designs change as improvements are made. Some wordpress themes for 2012 are business, real estate, travel, restaurant and magazine. There are excellent free and paid wordpress themes that can make your company website look professional. One of the differences between a free and paid theme is you can usually get support if there’s any technical problems. Everything is usually taken care of by the team associated with the company.

It’s important to choose a theme for your company that you can customize. This is beneficial if you want to add different features or layouts. Think about the main features you want and the look you prefer. Do you want an elaborate or plain website? What type of look would be the most appealing to your customers? Make sure it’s easy to navigate. WordPress themes should have search engine optimization or SEO so people can find your website. There are SEO plugins that you can use if you have a theme in mind that isn’t SEO friendly.

]]> http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/26/is-there-a-perfect-wordpress-theme-for-your-company/feed/ 0 One Click Free WordPress Themes for a Blog http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/23/one-click-free-wordpress-themes-for-a-blog/ http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/23/one-click-free-wordpress-themes-for-a-blog/#comments Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/?p=10 Free WordPress themes are convenient because they do not require you to know how you want to organize your website or how to code, using HTML and PHP, to create the desired effect. If you’re new to blogging or WordPress specifically, one-click themes allow you to quickly create and publish your website without waiting. Because many themes are widget compatible, you can easily enable sidebar content from your dashboard.

Installing a theme simply requires you to upload the entire theme folder into your “themes” directory via FTP or browser-based file manager. If you search from themes from your WordPress dashboard, you can install them with a single click on the “Install” link below the theme preview.

The WordPress theme repository contains many basic and free themes for your use. The tag search is useful for finding themes that suit your needs. For instance, your website might feature photography so you would want a free theme that displays your work like a portfolio. However, many bloggers use the free WordPress themes and this can detract from the uniqueness or memorability of your blog. Third-party websites offer for free and many of these themes are less common than those in the official repository.

]]> http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/23/one-click-free-wordpress-themes-for-a-blog/feed/ 0 Where to Get a WordPress Theme Fitting Your Personality http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/20/where-to-get-a-wordpress-theme-fitting-your-personality/ http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/20/where-to-get-a-wordpress-theme-fitting-your-personality/#comments Mon, 20 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/?p=9 WordPress is a great blogging platform to use for building a website. When you first install wordpress, you get a basic default wordpress theme that is simple and plain. Some people customize the default theme with a custom header graphic, but that might not be enough for your personality.

One advantage of using wordpress is the large number of theme designers that create wonderful and unique themes. You can choose from free wordpress themes online. There are lots of people with wordpress sites that want a good looking cheap or free theme.

Where do you find wordpress themes online? Start with the wordpress dot org website. New wordpress themes are released all the time. You could search for themes from inside of your wordpress installation. There is an option for theme searches on the appearance tab in the dashboard.

Custom wordpress themes can take your site to another level. Instead of choosing from the standard wordpress themes that are commonly available, you could get a theme that is unique and incorporates your tastes in color, layout, and style. The choice is ultimately yours. Get online and do searches until you find the theme that best fits your personality and style.

]]> http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/20/where-to-get-a-wordpress-theme-fitting-your-personality/feed/ 0 The Best WordPress Themes for Personal Use http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/19/the-best-wordpress-themes-for-personal-use/ http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/19/the-best-wordpress-themes-for-personal-use/#comments Sun, 19 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/?p=8 WordPress is a wonderful website that offers a variety of different themes for its users. Themes that are offered are either free or need to be purchased. Themes also come in every shape, color or design imaginable. Themes can help make your website more eye appealing to its viewers, making them far more likely to come back again.

WordPress allows its user the option to have themes for free. This is a great option for anyone wanting to add a little flair to their webpage and are on a budget. Free themes come in numerous designs and colors, but there are only a limited amount of options.

Themes for WordPress can also be purchased. Purchased themes are far more exquisite than the themes that are free. They come in every color, style or design that you could possibly imagine. These themes give your website the best look it could possibly get and will bring customers to your website and make them stay.

Choosing a WordPress theme doesn’t have to be difficult. Decide if you want a free theme or a purchased theme and start browsing today. There are more themes available to use that it may take you days to decide.

]]> http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/19/the-best-wordpress-themes-for-personal-use/feed/ 0 Learning the Ins and Outs of Any WordPress Theme http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/18/learning-the-ins-and-outs-of-any-wordpress-theme/ http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/2012/02/18/learning-the-ins-and-outs-of-any-wordpress-theme/#comments Sat, 18 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.wpshowcasetheme.com/?p=7 Whether you are using a free WordPress theme or a paid theme that can be downloaded from the many WordPress website theme pages, it’s possible to customize the design and create a unique theme that is going to display the content best.
Where can you find the basics of the WordPress themes to learn how to use them? In the case that the theme has been paid for, there is often an included file that will allow the customer and web designer to learn the specs of the theme and make changes to the theme. Creating simple changes throughout the theme like changing the featured posts, the page title and even the Favicon, as well as changing the links in the navigation bar are outlined through these easy to read tutorials.
For larger and more popular WordPress themes, there is information that can be found through simple search engine results. Searching for the theme can often yield forums and discussion boards where designers can come together, to collaborate and learn how to change certain components of the theme.
Using these tutorials and included files, designers and bloggers are able to change the theme to suit their needs, allowing the personality of the content to shine through the website.

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