How can I create a custom CSS style in WordPress?

by | Feb 14, 2023

There are various methods for including unique CSS styles on your WordPress website:

  1. Using the Additional CSS section in the Customizer:
    • Go to Appearance > Customize in the WordPress Admin panel.
    • Click on the Additional CSS section.
    • Add your custom CSS code to the editor.
    • Preview the changes in real time and publish the changes when you’re satisfied.
  2. Using a plugin:
    • Search for a plugin called “Custom CSS Manager” or “Custom CSS and JS” in the WordPress plugin repository.
    • Install and activate the plugin.
    • Go to the plugin’s settings page and add your custom CSS code.
    • Save the changes and preview your website to see the effects of your custom CSS.
  3. Adding the CSS code directly to your theme’s stylesheet:
    • Go to Appearance > Editor in the WordPress Admin panel.
    • Find the theme’s stylesheet file (usually named style.css).
    • Add your custom CSS code to the bottom of the file.
    • Save the changes and preview your website to see the effects of your custom CSS.

Note: You shouldn’t directly change the theme’s stylesheet because when the theme is updated, your changes will be erased. Instead, it’s better to use the first or second method, which will ensure that your custom CSS persists even after theme updates.