Wix Templates - Find/Change and Replace - 2023 Tutorial

Hey there, fellow web designers! If you've ever embarked on the creative journey of building a site using Wix, you might have hit a tiny bump: changing a template mid-project. Maybe you've heard whispers that it's impossible? Well, it's not, and I'm here to guide you through it, step-by-step.

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Why Change Your Wix Template?

Let's set the scene: you've just put together a mock-up site for a fictional bookstore (we'll call it Bookstore One) using a stunning template on Wix. But somewhere along the line, you decide that another template might serve your vision even better. That’s where this tutorial comes into play—empowering you to switch things up without losing your content or starting from scratch.

Getting Started: Finding a New Template

1. Access Your Wix Dashboard

Dive into the Wix dashboard and find the dropdown menu. Here, you're going to hit “Create a New Site.”

2. Define Your Business

Since we’re focusing on a bookstore, let’s make sure to specify this. The information you provide helps Wix tailor features like an online store setup or event management directly into your template.

3. Choose Your Template

The next step involves browsing through a slew of templates until you find the one that screams "perfect" for your brand. Let’s click “Begin With a Template” and choose something fresh.

Remember, templates are more than just a starting point; they are the foundation of your site’s aesthetics and functionality. Whether you want something minimalistic or feature-packed, having the right template can make or break the user's experience.

Transitioning Content Between Templates

Choosing a new template is exciting, but what about all the content, products, or blog posts you have? Here’s how to seamlessly transition:

- Copy Elements

If you've got content on your current site, you might want to handpick elements from the new template and paste them into your existing one. For example, if you love the sleek header from the new template, just copy it by selecting it and pasting it over the existing header on your old site.

- Page Transference

Copying an entire page is easier than you might think. Navigate to “Pages and Menu,” right-click on any page you desire, hit “Copy,” and on your existing site, use “Ctrl+V” to paste. Magic!

- Use Site History

In case things go haywire, every version of your site is stored under Wix's site history. Honestly, this is a lifesaver. Simply restore the desired version, and you’re golden.

Applying the Complete Template Aesthetics

To apply the entire aesthetic from your new template:

- Head over to “Pages and Menu” and copy the necessary pages.

- When pasting, make sure to select “Apply Team” to carry over the complete color, font, and layout scheme.

- Manually adjust larger elements like headers and footers if dimensions differ significantly.

By following these steps, you'll unlock a whole new world of design possibilities on your Wix site. Changing your theme doesn’t have to be a daunting task!

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