Transform Your Basic Site into a Standout Business Website
What is Divi?
Divi is a premium WordPress theme and page builder that lets you create custom designs without coding. It’s popular because it’s:
- Visual (what you see is what you get)
- Drag-and-drop
- Highly customizable
Initial Setup
- Purchase Divi from Elegant Themes
- Yearly access: $89/year
- Lifetime access: $249 (better value if you plan to use it long-term)
- Install Divi
- Go to your WordPress dashboard
- Navigate to Appearance → Themes → Add New
- Click “Upload Theme.”
- Upload the Divi zip file you received
- Click “Install Now,” then “Activate.”
Key Divi Features to Know
- Visual Builder
- Click “Enable Visual Builder” when editing any page
- See changes in real-time
- Drag and drop elements
- Layouts
- Sections: Large containers
- Rows: Go inside sections
- Modules: Individual elements like text, images, buttons
- Pre-made Designs
- 1500+ layout packs
- Professional designs for various industries
- Customizable templates
Step-by-Step: Creating Your First Divi Page
- Start a new page
- Pages → Add New
- Click “Use Divi Builder.”
- Choose your starting point
- Build From Scratch
- Choose a Premade Layout
- Clone Existing Page
- Add sections
- Click the ‘+’ button
- Choose column structure
- Add background colors/images
- Insert modules
- Text
- Images
- Buttons
- And many more
Making Your Site Unique
- Customize your header
- Go to Theme Customizer
- Header & Navigation
- Adjust logo, menu, colors
- Create a stunning homepage
- Use a full-width header
- Add compelling images
- Include a clear value proposition
- Make an engaging About section
- Design tips for standing out
- Use your brand colors consistently
- Keep plenty of white space
- Make text easily readable
- Use high-quality images
Business-Specific Features
- Portfolio showcase
- Display your work beautifully
- Filter-able galleries
- Testimonial modules
- Build trust with client feedback
- Various layout options
- Contact forms
- Custom-designed forms
- Integrate with email marketing
- Call-to-Action sections
- Stand-out buttons
- Attention-grabbing designs
Mobile Responsiveness
- Preview your site on different devices
- Desktop
- Tablet
- Phone
- Adjust as needed
- Hide/show elements
- Resize text
- Reposition images
Time-Saving Tips
- Save your designs
- Save sections you like
- Create a library of elements
- Use keyboard shortcuts
- Copy/paste modules: Ctrl/Cmd + C, Ctrl/Cmd + V
- Undo: Ctrl/Cmd + Z
- Save: Ctrl/Cmd + S
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don’t overcomplicate designs
- Don’t use too many fonts or colors
- Don’t forget about page load speed
- Don’t ignore mobile optimization
Ongoing Maintenance
- Regularly update Divi
- Back up your website
- Test contact forms monthly
- Review and refresh content quarterly
Getting Help
- Elegant Themes documentation
- Divi Facebook communities
- YouTube tutorials
- Elegant Themes support
Next Steps
- Explore Divi layouts in your industry
- Practice with the Visual Builder
- Start with your homepage
- Gradually update other pages
Remember: Take your time learning Divi. Start with a simple design and gradually add more complex elements as you become comfortable with the builder.
Bonus Tip
Create a staging site to practice and experiment without affecting your live website. Most hosting providers offer this feature for free.
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