What is a Theme?

A theme controls the overall look and feel of your job board - the layout, fonts, spacing, and general style. Customizing your theme helps make your job board unique and match your brand.

Step 1: Access Theme Settings

Go to "Settings" and then "Appearance" or "Theme" in your dashboard.

Step 2: Choose a Base Theme

If available, select a base theme to start with. This gives you a foundation to customize. Common options include:

  • Modern/Contemporary
  • Classic/Traditional
  • Minimalist
  • Bold/Vibrant

Step 3: Customize Layout

Adjust how your job board is laid out:

  • Header Style: Choose how your header looks (centered, left-aligned, etc.)
  • Job Listing Style: How jobs are displayed (list, grid, cards)
  • Sidebar: Whether to show a sidebar and what goes in it
  • Footer: Customize your footer content

Step 4: Choose Fonts

Select fonts for your job board:

  • Heading Font: Font for titles and headings
  • Body Font: Font for regular text
  • Make sure fonts are readable and professional

Step 5: Adjust Spacing and Sizing

Fine-tune the appearance:

  • Spacing between elements
  • Size of buttons and links
  • Padding and margins

Step 6: Preview Your Theme

Always preview your changes before saving. Make sure:

  • Everything looks good on desktop
  • It also looks good on mobile devices
  • Text is readable
  • Buttons and links are easy to click

Step 7: Save Your Theme

When you're satisfied, click "Save" to apply your theme. Your job board will update with the new look.

Best Practices

  • Keep it simple - don't overcomplicate the design
  • Make sure it's easy to navigate
  • Test on different devices (phone, tablet, computer)
  • Ensure it loads quickly
  • Keep your brand consistent throughout

Advanced Customization

Some themes allow for advanced customization like:

  • Custom CSS (if you know how to code)
  • Custom widgets or sections
  • Animation and transition effects

If you need advanced customization, you may want to work with a web designer or developer.