How to Install a Theme on WordPress

1. Log Into Your WordPress Site


2. Select the ‘Appearance’ Tab

WordPress appearance tab

3. Select the ‘Add New Theme’ Button

WordPress appearance tab, with add new theme button highlighted

4. Search for a Theme

Search for a theme in the search field and hover your mouse over the theme you like. You can either Install the theme straight away, or you can preview it first so you can see how it looks (recommended).

WordPress appearance screen, with themes highlighted

5. Activate the Theme

After the theme is installed, you will need to activate it.

WordPress activate theme

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