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How do I try a different WordPress theme?
Method 2: Test Theme With A Plugin
- Step 1: Install WP Theme Test Plugin. WP Theme Test plugin allows you to install a different theme on your WordPress website without changing the default and currently active theme.
- Step 2: Install Your New Theme.
- Step 3: Install The Theme Using WP Theme Test.
How do I use a new WordPress theme without being live?
So the best way to test a new WordPress theme without impacting your live site is to create a staging site. A staging is a direct copy of your site. You can safely change WordPress theme without going live by activating your new or alternative theme on your staging site.
How to test or preview a WordPress theme Junkie?
To install the plugin, login to your WordPress dashboard and go to Plugins >> Add New. Then search for WP Theme Test and click Install and Activate the plugin. Go ahead and install your new theme on your WordPress website.
Where do I find the live preview button in WordPress?
Once you have installed a theme you would see a Live Preview button below the theme’s thumbnail. Clicking on the Live preview button will open the theme in WordPress theme customizer. Depending on what theme you are using, you can make changes to your theme using different controls in the left pane on the preview screen.
Do you need to preview your new WordPress theme?
If you are switching theme on a live website, you need to preview your new theme to ensure that it looks correct. One way to do this is to set up a demo website that has the same content, theme, and plugins installed. Many website owners do this to avoid any downtime during the switch.
Is the WordPress theme plugin compatible with WordPress?
Please note the officially supported version of WordPress each of those plugins works with. Also, here is an article with further resources on how to test themes before they’re live and public-facing.