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===Theme attributes=== | ===Theme attributes=== | ||
[[File:Screen Shot 2013-04-24 at 5.19.28 PM.png|thumb| Theme details display specs]] | [[File:Screen Shot 2013-04-24 at 5.19.28 PM.png|thumb|upright=2.6|Theme details display specs]] | ||
Picking a theme is not just about what is seen on the surface. After choosing a theme that fits the focus and desired layout of your blog, there are several attributes to consider within the theme.| | Picking a theme is not just about what is seen on the surface. After choosing a theme that fits the focus and desired layout of your blog, there are several attributes to consider within the theme.| | ||
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Many, but not all, Wordpress themes allow for the use of 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 that widgets are supported, how many are available, and where they may be placed. | Many, but not all, Wordpress themes allow for the use of 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 that widgets are supported, how many are available, and where they may be placed. | ||
====Color==== | ====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. | |||
====Menus==== | ====Menus==== | ||
Bloggers generally have two options for adding menus to a blog site. Some themes come with menus set in specific areas by default. If this is not an option, many themes support the creation of custom menus. This information is generally included in the theme details. To create a custom menu or check for menu support, got Appearance -> Menus and make the desired changes. | |||
====Browser compatibility==== | ====Browser compatibility==== | ||