How to Customize a WordPress Website Without Coding
Introduction
At Lanetti, we know that not everyone has coding experience, but that shouldn’t stop you from building a professional website. WordPress offers powerful tools like Elementor and Gutenberg, which allow users to customize their websites with an easy drag-and-drop interface. This guide will walk you through customizing your WordPress site without any coding knowledge.
Choosing the Right Page Builder: Elementor vs. Gutenberg
Elementor
Elementor is a popular drag-and-drop page builder with an intuitive interface, offering a wide range of pre-designed templates and widgets for creating custom pages effortlessly.
Key Features:
- Real-time visual editing.
- A vast library of templates and blocks.
- Advanced design control (spacing, animations, and responsive settings).
Gutenberg
Gutenberg is WordPress’s default block editor, offering a simple way to structure content using blocks like images, text, buttons, and more.
Key Features:
- Built into WordPress, requiring no additional plugins.
- Lightweight and fast for content-focused sites.
- Allows block-based editing for easy customization.
How to Customize Your Website Using Elementor
Step 1: Install and Activate Elementor
- Log in to WordPress Dashboard.
- Navigate to Plugins > Add New.
- Search for Elementor Page Builder, click Install, then Activate.
Step 2: Create a New Page with Elementor
- Go to Pages > Add New.
- Click Edit with Elementor to launch the page builder.
- Choose a template or start from scratch.
Step 3: Customize Your Layout
- Drag and drop elements like headings, images, buttons, and text.
- Use the left sidebar to adjust fonts, colors, and spacing.
- Click Preview to see changes in real time.
Step 4: Publish Your Custom Page
Once you’re satisfied with the design, click Publish to make your page live.
How to Customize Your Website Using Gutenberg
Step 1: Create a Page or Post with Gutenberg
- Navigate to Pages > Add New or Posts > Add New.
- The Gutenberg editor will open by default.
Step 2: Add Blocks to Your Page
- Click the + (Add Block) button.
- Choose elements like Paragraph, Image, Button, Columns, etc.
- Drag and arrange blocks to customize your page layout.
Step 3: Adjust Block Settings
- Click on any block to access formatting and layout options.
- Customize text size, colors, and spacing from the right panel.
Step 4: Publish Your Custom Page
Click Publish when your design is complete.