{"id":296920,"date":"2021-01-13T02:51:47","date_gmt":"2021-01-12T21:21:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/?p=296920"},"modified":"2021-01-20T23:58:25","modified_gmt":"2021-01-20T18:28:25","slug":"wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/","title":{"rendered":"WordPress Theme: Expectation Vs Reality"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WordPress is the most powerful Content Management System (CMS) on the planet with more than 35% of the internet and continues growing. The best part is that it comes with a user-friendly interface. WordPress provides extensive functionality with the help of themes and plugins. If you do not choose the right theme, then not all your expectations come in reality. The use of a perfect theme can turn your insight into a presence on the web. You can easily create a website without understanding any programming knowledge. Here we&#8217;ll discuss the most common problem with WordPress theme that you might face while choosing a theme for your website. Let&#8217;s start with a little history.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The journey of WordPress started in 2003 by <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/ma.tt\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Matt Mullenweg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/mikelittle.org\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mike Little<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WordPress started after b2\/cafelog software production was discontinued by some of its developers. They decided to make a unique platform on top of b2\/cafelog in 2003. They have no idea about starting a journey that will potentially benefit millions of people around the globe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s talk about it.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#Popularity_of_WordPress\" title=\"Popularity of WordPress\">Popularity of WordPress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#The_Rise_and_Rise_of_WordPress\" title=\"The Rise and Rise of WordPress\">The Rise and Rise of WordPress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#Helping_Business_Go_Online\" title=\"Helping Business Go Online\">Helping Business Go Online<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#What_is_WordPress_Theme\" title=\"What is WordPress Theme?\">What is WordPress Theme?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#1_Free_WordPress_Theme\" title=\"1. Free WordPress Theme\">1. Free WordPress Theme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#2_Premium_WordPress_Theme\" title=\"2. Premium WordPress Theme\">2. Premium WordPress Theme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#Themes_Make_It_Easier\" title=\"Themes Make It Easier\">Themes Make It Easier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#1_Choose_the_Responsive_Theme\" title=\"1. Choose the Responsive Theme\">1. Choose the Responsive Theme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#2_Theme_Must_Support_Various_Plugins\" title=\"2. Theme Must Support Various Plugins\">2. Theme Must Support Various Plugins<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#3_Theme_Work_with_Popular_Page_Builders\" title=\"3. Theme Work with Popular Page Builders\">3. Theme Work with Popular Page Builders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#4_The_Theme_Should_Provide_Support\" title=\"4. The Theme Should Provide Support\">4. The Theme Should Provide Support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#5_Check_the_Browser_Compatibility\" title=\"5. Check the Browser Compatibility\">5. Check the Browser Compatibility<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#6_Theme_Come_with_Proper_Documentation\" title=\"6. Theme Come with Proper Documentation\">6. Theme Come with Proper Documentation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#7_Choose_an_SEO_Optimized_Theme\" title=\"7. Choose an SEO Optimized Theme\">7. Choose an SEO Optimized Theme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#8_Theme_Compatible_with_the_Latest_WordPress_Version\" title=\"8. Theme Compatible with the Latest WordPress Version\">8. Theme Compatible with the Latest WordPress Version<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#All_is_Not_Well\" title=\"All is Not Well?\u00a0\">All is Not Well?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#1_Avoid_Bloated_WordPress_Theme\" title=\"1. Avoid Bloated WordPress Theme\">1. Avoid Bloated WordPress Theme<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#2_Always_Update_Your_Website_Features\" title=\"2. Always Update Your Website Features\">2. Always Update Your Website Features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#3_Avoid_to_Use_Too_Many_Google_Fonts\" title=\"3. Avoid to Use Too Many Google Fonts\">3. Avoid to Use Too Many Google Fonts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#4_Dont_Use_Too_Many_Widgets\" title=\"4. Don\u2019t Use Too Many Widgets\">4. Don\u2019t Use Too Many Widgets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#5_Never_Compromise_for_Website_Security\" title=\"5. Never Compromise for Website Security\">5. Never Compromise for Website Security<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/wordpress-theme-expectation-vs-reality\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Popularity_of_WordPress\"><\/span><strong>Popularity of WordPress<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-296930\" src=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Popularity-of-WordPress-740x429.jpg\" alt=\"Popularity of WordPress\" width=\"740\" height=\"429\" srcset=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Popularity-of-WordPress-740x429.jpg 740w, https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Popularity-of-WordPress.jpg 1153w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WordPress is a well-maintained fastest-growing ecosystem and never sleeps. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WordPress<\/span>\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is pretty straightforward and easy to understand than any airport security protocol. It&#8217;s a primary choice for creating a website. One of the most attractive aspects of using WordPress is the freedom it gives the user. Several years ago, nobody would have imagined WordPress powered the Internet world. Well, there are a few things.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The system started as a blogging platform, but now it is a successful Content Management System. The top brands are using this to manage their high-value websites around the world. Some examples include <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/techcrunch.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">TechCrunch<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.obama.org\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Obama Foundation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.angrybirds.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Angry Birds<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Rise_and_Rise_of_WordPress\"><\/span><strong>The Rise and Rise of WordPress<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the last few years, WordPress has risen at an extraordinary speed. The main reason behind that is that it\u2019s a beginner-friendly and very flexible approach. Now times have been changed, and the use of WordPress in the business has increased as an innovative industry.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WordPress has officially taken over the internet. According to a recent trustworthy survey by <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/w3techs.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">W3Techs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, WordPress was used by<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">39.6% of all websites on the web in 2021. Each year WordPress comes with multiple new releases. WordPress has always provided an interactive interface, user experience design, and new customized features in every new version.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Helping_Business_Go_Online\"><\/span><strong>Helping Business Go Online<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-296929\" src=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Helping-Business-Go-Online-740x370.jpg\" alt=\"Business Go Online\" width=\"740\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Helping-Business-Go-Online-740x370.jpg 740w, https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Helping-Business-Go-Online.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting a business is a long and arduous endeavour. So, you want to start a business? Every business needs a website. And every website needs a platform. Without additional hassle, let\u2019s get right to it and learn how to create a website. WordPress is a blessing for the non-tech-savvy business owners. It is one of the best ways to get your idea off the ground. At this point, the <\/span>popularity of WordPress<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is increasing day by day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WordPress is the <\/span>best platform to build an online business <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">website without any prior knowledge about HTML, CSS, or PHP. With everything already available. You don\u2019t have to wait around to take action and, as always, everything is free to use. It is the biggest reason behind the main contributor to its popularity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In WordPress, the theme plays a vital role. It<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the central attention of any WordPress site. It gives a unique layout, design, and some other features. Themes can change your entire website look. Use of theme, you can easily create a website without any knowledge of coding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s discuss it!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_WordPress_Theme\"><\/span><strong>What is WordPress Theme?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Theme is a zip folder with a bunch of files. It used to change the front-end styling of your site. Themes customize the look of your website, including the page or post layout, font-styling, color, navigation, and other design elements.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WordPress has a massive collection of themes. Using a perfect theme, you&#8217;ll be able to convert your WordPress website into a growing e-commerce business. There are two types of Themes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Free_WordPress_Theme\"><\/span>1. Free WordPress Theme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/themes\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Free Themes<\/a> offer limited features, less choice of customization, and limited support. If you want to start your business without any investment, then go with a free theme.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Premium_WordPress_Theme\"><\/span>2. Premium WordPress Theme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/themeforest.net\/category\/wordpress\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Premium Themes<\/a> always provide rich features, more customization options, and better support. It offers a regular update to its users. If you want to search for a specific niche theme, then the Premium theme gives you a better choice. Like; <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/products\/jobify\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jobify <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; it is the most favourite theme for Job Listing sites.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Themes_Make_It_Easier\"><\/span><strong>Themes Make It Easier<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-296931\" src=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Themes-Make-It-Easier-740x451.jpg\" alt=\"Themes Make It Easier\" width=\"740\" height=\"451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Themes-Make-It-Easier-740x451.jpg 740w, https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Themes-Make-It-Easier-1536x935.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Themes-Make-It-Easier.jpg 1590w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you want to build your website in a black menu with a dark blue color background? You can easily do this via Theme because it\u2019s provided you with a vast variety of configuration options. Themes make life easier for the business owner. If you have some business idea in mind and a little bit of time on your hands, then there are many Themes available in the market to start an online business for a good source of <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/blog\/how-to-make-money-from-a-listing-directory\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">passive income<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every theme looks better than the other. Each theme comes with some kind of option so it\u2019s important to know your theme inside out. When you choose the Theme for your website always check the <\/span>WordPress technical specification<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">because not all that shines is not gold.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, in this blog, we are demonstrating to you the following basic things to always keep in mind when selecting the WordPress theme.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Choose_the_Responsive_Theme\"><\/span>1. Choose the Responsive Theme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Responsive themes will adjust their layout over various screen sizes and devices. Google shows the top result on its mobile search results. So, when you select the theme, make sure, it is SEO friendly or not.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Theme_Must_Support_Various_Plugins\"><\/span>2. Theme Must Support Various Plugins<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A WordPress plugin is the best part of every website. So, make sure that your WordPress theme must support common plugins.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Theme_Work_with_Popular_Page_Builders\"><\/span>3. Theme Work with Popular Page Builders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Page builders are WordPress plugins that allow you to create page layouts using a drag and drop user interface. So, always check your theme is a perfect work with popular page builders.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_The_Theme_Should_Provide_Support\"><\/span>4. The Theme Should Provide Support<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you choose a theme always check a support policy because many free themes have no support option.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Check_the_Browser_Compatibility\"><\/span>5. Check the Browser Compatibility<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every user will use various browsers like Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Internet Explorer, etc. So, when you choose the theme, don&#8217;t forget to test on distinct browsers on mobile. It will help you ensure the website runs smoothly or browsers your visitors use.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Theme_Come_with_Proper_Documentation\"><\/span>6. Theme Come with Proper Documentation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Documentation helps to know the theme flow and options. So, select the theme, which comes with complete documentation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Choose_an_SEO_Optimized_Theme\"><\/span>7. Choose an SEO Optimized Theme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your website is worthless if visitors will not find it on the internet. So, always select the SEO optimized themes for your website.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Astoundify<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we have all the SEO Optimized and responsive themes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Theme_Compatible_with_the_Latest_WordPress_Version\"><\/span>8. Theme Compatible with the Latest WordPress Version<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every time a new WordPress update comes out. If your theme is not compatible with the latest WordPress version, then you will not provide your users with the facility of the latest features and enhancements.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"All_is_Not_Well\"><\/span><strong>All is Not Well?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-296934\" src=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/All-is-Not-Well-min-740x373.jpg\" alt=\"All is Not Well\" width=\"740\" height=\"373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/All-is-Not-Well-min-740x373.jpg 740w, https:\/\/astoundify.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/All-is-Not-Well-min.jpg 995w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t just select a theme that \u2018looks good\u2019. Analyze your audience, your brand, and most importantly your products. You must plan effective tactics that help you build an engaging and eye-catchy website. Like; if you sell kid toys? Then select a playful theme with a bright color.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have not chosen a good quality theme, then it hurts your audience and the performance of your website would be hampered. These are the <\/span>most common problems with WordPress theme <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and should be kept in mind by everyone, no matter if it is an e-commerce website or a blogging website.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now let\u2019s begin.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> I\u2019ll explain each to you here in short.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Avoid_Bloated_WordPress_Theme\"><\/span>1. Avoid Bloated WordPress Theme<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bloated Themes compromises the security and diverts the attention of the visitors. It can make a website speed slow at the end.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, increase your budgets and go with the premium WordPress theme. It supports regular fixes, better coding, enhances security, and updates.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Always_Update_Your_Website_Features\"><\/span>2. Always Update Your Website Features<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you select the theme, check the theme update history. Nowadays, online business competition is increasing day by day. Old features are not always sufficient to get more user engagement. New features always keep your audience&#8217;s engagement on your website<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And you will get a more visitor engagement.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to create a website for a marketplace, <\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/products\/vendify\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vendify<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the best themes for WordPress users. It provides a regular update and gives the best support service. If you have the money and quality is the highest priority for you, you\u2019ll not go wrong with choosing them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Avoid_to_Use_Too_Many_Google_Fonts\"><\/span>3. Avoid to Use Too Many Google Fonts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some WordPress themes give limited options for customization. Other themes enable users to modify their font with the use of CSS. It will be great to keep the one that fits various customization choices.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid using an excessive amount of many Google Fonts whenever possible. Too many Google fonts affected your website speed.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Dont_Use_Too_Many_Widgets\"><\/span>4. Don\u2019t Use Too Many Widgets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Widgets will give you to perform some basic functions like; videos, texts, images, and much more. All WordPress themes have their default widgets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you add a high number of widgets to your site, then it will clutter the screen. So, avoid using too many widgets. WordPress gives a facility to register and unregister the widget as per your demand.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Never_Compromise_for_Website_Security\"><\/span>5. Never Compromise for Website Security<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you can select the theme, then always choose the theme from a reputed theme provider. Nowadays, security should be the first preference for every online business owner. Online websites are always open to hackers, cyber attackers, malware, DDoS attacks, etc. Hackers can break into any type of website and impact it very badly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That\u2019s all. We hope this blog helped you with some basic ideas of the selection process of the WordPress theme.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technology is moving forward incredibly fast in today&#8217;s digital era. In global business, WordPress is the <\/span>best platform to build an online business<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There are plenty of free and premium WordPress themes ready in the market. Take full time to pick a proper theme for your WordPress site. Invest money for the best WordPress service provider that can perfectly match all the expectations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you feel that you are facing a bit of problem or confusion with selecting a WordPress theme, then please feel free to<\/span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/astoundify.com\/contact\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or let us know in the comment section below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are always happy to help you!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WordPress is the most powerful Content Management System (CMS) on the planet with more than 35% of the internet and continues growing. The best part is that it comes with a user-friendly interface. WordPress provides extensive functionality with the help of themes and plugins. 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