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'''If you want to maintain functionality while creating a little more design''', choose a custom theme. A free theme with a simple, professional design, which can be easily modified, is best when picking a theme. However, be aware of the terms of service. Picking a free theme has its advantages but if you're looking for more support, picking a commercial theme will provide more benefits for a one-time fee. | '''If you want to maintain functionality while creating a little more design''', choose a custom theme. A free theme with a simple, professional design, which can be easily modified, is best when picking a theme. However, be aware of the terms of service. Picking a free theme has its advantages but if you're looking for more support, picking a commercial theme will provide more benefits for a one-time fee. | ||
====Widgets==== | ====Widgets==== | ||
Many, but not all, Wordpress themes allow for the use of [http://www.wisegeek.org/what-is-a-widget.htm widgets]. All themes do not offer the same amount of widget space on a blog page. Depending on the nature of a blog, this can be problematic. When browsing through, read the details of themes that fit the style of your blog. Check what widgets are supported, how many are available, and where they may be placed. | Many, but not all, Wordpress themes allow for the use of [http://www.wisegeek.org/what-is-a-widget.htm widgets]. All themes do not offer the same amount of widget space on a blog page. Depending on the nature of a blog, this can be problematic. When browsing through, read the details of themes that fit the style of your blog. Check what widgets are supported, how many are available, and where they may be placed. | ||
[[File:Screen Shot 2013-04-24 at 5.19.28 PM.png|thumb|upright=2|center|Theme details display specs]] | |||
====Color & Background==== | ====Color & Background==== | ||
Some themes offer the option of changing the color of various elements of the blog including the font and background. In some cases this may include changes in color palette. The ability to edit custom colors will be listed under "features" in the theme details. | Some themes offer the option of changing the color of various elements of the blog including the font and background. In some cases this may include changes in color palette. The ability to edit custom colors will be listed under "features" in the theme details. | ||