Things You'll Need:
- Internet connection
- Pen and paper for notes
- Basic outline of your blog
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Step 1
Review the basic outline of your blog. This should include the different categories, sections, pages, and overall layout that you have in mind. Knowing how many pieces of your blog are involved will help you make a better decision when narrowing down the right theme.
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Step 2
Choose a color scheme. Instead of reviewing hundreds of WordPress themes to track down an attractive color, pick the color first. This will help make it much easier to narrow down your search.
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Step 3
Decide on a single, two, or three column design. These are the different styles of Wordpress themes that can help you with your search as well. Knowing how many columns you want will help you eliminate any that don't fit your requirements more easily.
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Step 4
Run a Google search for available Wordpress themes. There are thousands of Wordpress theme designers available who offer both free and paid themes. Track down a site that offers a simple search feature so you can look at only the colors and column-styles you need.
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Step 5
Determine usability. Test out a few different themes using the preview feature as if you were a reader of your own blog. Most previews allow you to navigate and search through the layout as a sample.
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Step 6
Test out the links. Decide if you like the way links look, and hover over them to find out what happens. Different Wordpress themes are designed with unique features, so keep this mind as you navigate each one.
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Step 7
Review the header design and placement. Is it eye-catching or obtrusive? Will it complement your logo and text? Pay attention to the font and font size since you won't be able to change these too much.
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Step 8
Test your theme in different web browsers. Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox are the leading web browsers, but a theme can look and function differently in each one. Test out the the theme in as many browsers as possible to determine functionality and effectiveness.
