Wix Website Template Tutorial: Build a Designer Website FAST with Thirty One Palms Studio

Hello, fellow web enthusiasts! If you're anything like me circa five years ago, you probably had some pretty specific ideas about wix, mostly thinking it was a platform for people who didn't know much about web design or simply couldn’t afford a professional designer. But oh, how times have changed! Jumping back into Wix in 2021 has been nothing short of a revelation—this platform has come a long way.

Gone are the days when Wix seemed like the underdog. Today, it's an incredibly viable option for building a stunning website without breaking the bank. So whether you’re a designer dodging WordPress’s notorious learning curve or just someone who wants a sleek website without investing hours (or your life savings), Wix might be your new best friend.

At NewForm, we’re all about honing your design skills, helping you find opportunities in the marketplace, and connecting you with industry leaders. We offer a plethora of resources from monthly web design challenges with cash prizes to weekly skill-building events. Here, you can elevate your skills with exclusive guest sessions featuring top professionals in web design. So, if you’re ready to take your skills to new heights and join a community of like-minded creatives, now’s the time! But first, let’s dive into Wix and see why it’s turning heads in the design world.

Why Wix is Worth a Second Look

Let’s start by acknowledging how daunting WordPress can be. If you’ve tangled with it before, you know that updating a theme or plugin can sometimes mean catastrophe strikes your beautiful site. Wix, on the other hand, offers a more forgiving landscape for those of us who prefer design over the maze that is backend coding. It’s a user-friendly drag-and-drop editor that keeps headaches to a minimum—perfect for busy entrepreneurs and hobbyists alike.

And for those concerned with aesthetics, Wix isn't the wild-west of web design it once was. Today, it stands as a prolific playground for creativity; feministic and bespoke templates can elevate your brand with minimal effort.

Why Templates Matter

So why should you consider using a template at all? Simply put, time is precious. A well-crafted template means hours saved, allowing you to get to the core of what really matters—running your business. These aren’t your run-of-the-mill designs either. In fact, if you've tried out some of my Wix templates, you know they offer a good balance between creative flair and professional structure.

Plus, with the user-friendly interface Wix offers, you can customize a template with personal touches, from colors to photos to text, and still maintain a cohesive brand personality that resonates with visitors—without needing a degree in rocket science.

Getting Started with Wix Templates

Got a desired template from Thirty One Palms Studio? Awesome! Here’s how you get started:

1. Purchase & Set Up:

- Once you snag one of our templates, expect an email with a PDF quick start guide.

- Enter your email associated with your Wix account during purchase. This is crucial for receiving your template.

- Didn’t enter your email? No worries. Drop me a line at tamara31pms@gmail.com to sort it out.

2. Navigating the Editor:

- Expect an email notification from Wix once your template is transferred over.

- Log into your account, find the new template site and jump in.

3. The Wix Editor:

- Once inside, it's what you see is what you get (WYSIWYG). Everything is drag-and-drop, goodbye complex backend coding!

- Before you dive in, make a copy of the original site just in case edits go sideways. Better safe than sorry, right?

The Inside Scoop of Editing Your Template

As you begin customizing, start with the basics—logo, text, and imagery—which are easily tweakable.

Change That Header!

- Click on the logo photo, hit "change image," and upload your own.

- Use that handy-dandy purple centering line for exact placement.

- Update menu links and social icons to reflect your brand's unique style.

The Mighty Strips

Every page is divided into strips (that’s where the cool content sits), giving you flexibility to move them around to better tell your story.

Animation Nation

Add some flair with built-in animations. Just keep it classy, folks. Too much can be a bit much, don't you agree?

The Mobile View

Ensure that stunning design translates to mobile. Wix has a toggle for that, showing you how your site looks across devices. Tweak here if needed—what's done here won’t affect the desktop version.

Menu Magic

Navigate to the menu sidebar to tweak links and your overall navigation. Trust me, it's way easier than it sounds.

Embrace The App Market

Wix isn’t limiting. Like ever. Dive into their app market for add-ons that can create pop-ups, manage SEO, or even arrange booking systems.

In Conclusion

In closing, Wix offers a modern, easy-to-use, and visually captivating platform for building sophisticated websites. If you’re still on the fence about whether Wix can compete with traditional (and sometimes cumbersome) setups like WordPress, I say give it a whirl. You might find it’s just what you've been looking for all along.

If you're looking for a supportive community to further develop your design skills, capture marketplace opportunities, and connect with industry leaders, look no further than NewForm. Take on our web design challenges or hone your skills with top-notch industry professionals through our exclusive monthly guest sessions.

So don’t just stop here. Join NewForm today and unlock your potential in the world of web design! Until next time, happy designing!

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