WordPress themes allow users to customize the look of their blogs. There are currently over 100,000 themes available.
Standard themes include single column, two column without a sidebar, two column with a sidebar, three column, four column and gallery. Themes can be acquired for free, though premium themes can be purchased. Premium themes are available in four different categories including '"news and magazine," "small business," "premium blog" and "video premium."
The default theme that comes with the WordPress software is called "Kubrick." It is named after director Stanley Kubrick.
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WordPress is an open-source blogging tool.
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Themes are also known as "skins"
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Themes allow users to change the layout and design of their blog
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Default theme is called "Kubrick," named for director Stanley Kubrick
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Premium themes are available for prices ranging from $20 to over $100.
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Custom designed themes cost between $1500 and $3000.
