Custom page templates allow you to design unique layouts for specific pages on your WordPress site. This guide shows how to create and apply custom page templates.
- Create a New Template File:
- Create a new PHP file in your theme directory, such as
page-custom.php.
- Create a new PHP file in your theme directory, such as
- Add Template Header:
- Include a template header at the top of your new file:
- Design Your Template:
- Design the layout and include necessary WordPress functions to display content:
- Apply the Template:
- In the WordPress admin, create or edit a page and select your custom template from the “Page Attributes” section.
Custom page templates help you create tailored layouts for different pages on your WordPress site.