Quick summary
This tutorial walks you through creating a Joomla template by uploading a custom .zip file via the Joomla administrator panel and setting it as the default site template using Template Styles.
Steps
- Navigate to the System menu in the Joomla administrator panel to access core website settings and extensions.
- Open the Extensions area from the System dashboard to customize your site with new templates and functionality.
- Upload your .zip file using the installer to add your custom template package to Joomla.
- View the template details to review its features and available customization options.
- Return to the System menu to access additional template management options.
- Navigate to Site Template Styles to create and manage different variations of your installed templates.
- Click the star icon next to your new template to set it as the Default site template.
- Confirm the default style is set — your custom Joomla template is now live on your site.
