Unraveling the Mystery of Adding a ThemeForest Theme to Your WordPress Site

So, you’re new to WordPress and website design, and the mere thought of managing a website (especially when you have to deal with the design element) throws you for a bit of a loop. Enter ThemeForest – a platform that can easily enhance the design and aesthetic appeal of your website.

Step 1: Purchase a Theme on ThemeForest

Sounds simple enough, right? Not so fast. ThemeForest has thousands of themes to choose from, so you’ve got your work cut out for you. Take your time, search through the themes and when you’ve found the one that catches your eye, be sure to pay attention to the theme details such as its rating, number of sales, and user reviews.

Step 2: Extract the Theme Files

Got the theme downloaded? Great! Now, you’ll need to locate the downloaded theme on your computer and extract it. Inside the extracted folder, you’ll find the theme files, including the CSS style sheet, image files, and other components that make up the theme. Make sure you have everything you need before moving on to the next step.

Step 3: Install the Theme on WordPress

Time to install the theme on WordPress. This requires you to navigate to your WordPress dashboard, click on Appearance and Themes, and then click on the “Add New” button. Once you’ve done that, click on the “Upload Theme” button and choose the extracted theme files from your computer. Click on “Install Now” to upload and install the theme on WordPress.

Step 4: Activate the Theme

The theme has been successfully installed, but it’s still not quite ready. You’ll need to activate it by going to Appearance > Themes and hovering over the new theme. Once you’ve done that, simply click on the “Activate” button to activate the new theme.

Step 5: Customize the Theme Settings

The next step is to customize the theme settings to suit your needs. This step requires you to go to Appearance > Customization to find the customization options for your new theme. Depending on the theme, there may be different customization options such as logo, header, footer style and color, fonts, and more. Customize your theme according to your website’s brand identity and aesthetic preferences.

Step 6: Install the Required Plugins

Some ThemeForest themes will require plugins to function correctly. Installing the required plugins is essential in ensuring that the theme performs optimally. It’s important to read the theme’s instructions to determine which plugins you’ll need. To install plugins, navigate to Plugins > Add New, search for the required plugin, and click the “Install Now” button, and then activate the plugin.

Step 7: Test Your Site

Finally, it’s time to test your site. Open your website in your web browser and navigate to different pages to make sure that the theme works perfectly. Ensure that your site is responsive, speedy, and that all the navigational components work flawlessly.

Final Thoughts

Adding a ThemeForest theme to your WordPress site can be a confusing and perplexing experience, but that need not be the case. It’s a relatively simple process that takes only a few steps. Remember to install all the required plugins, follow the theme’s instructions, and make sure that your website looks and functions perfectly for optimal results.