How to Change Your Wix Site's Background Color
TL;DR:
- Click 'Site Design' in the left panel of your Wix editor
- Select 'Page Background' to open the colour options
- Pick from your theme's palette or create a custom colour in 'My colours'
- Use 'Apply to Other Pages' to keep the same background across your site
- Test your colours on different devices to check readability
Changing your background colour in Wix takes about 30 seconds once you know where to look. It's one of the quickest ways to freshen up your site's appearance.
Finding the Background Colour Settings
Head to the 'Site Design' section in the left panel of your Wix editor. This is where you'll find most of your visual design controls.
Click 'Page Background' to open the colour picker. You'll see two main options for choosing colours.
Choosing Your Background Colour
You've got two routes here:
Theme colours: These are the predefined colours that come with your current theme. They're designed to work well together, so you can't really go wrong.
Custom colours: Click 'My colours' if you want something specific. You can either enter a hex code if you know it, or use the colour picker to find the right shade.
The preview updates instantly, so you can see how it looks before committing.
Keeping Things Consistent
If you want the same background colour on multiple pages, use the 'Apply to Other Pages' option. This saves you from manually updating each page and keeps your site looking cohesive.
You can also choose to apply it to specific pages rather than everything if you prefer some variation.
Things to Watch Out For
Check how your chosen colour looks on mobile devices. What works on desktop doesn't always translate well to smaller screens.
Make sure there's enough contrast between your background and text. Dark text on a dark background might look stylish, but it's useless if people can't read it.
If you're using images elsewhere on the page, test how they look against your new background colour.
FAQs
Can I use images instead of solid colours for backgrounds?
Yes, Wix lets you upload images or choose from their library. You'll find this option in the same 'Page Background' section.
Will changing my background colour affect mobile viewing?
The colour change itself won't break mobile responsiveness, but make sure you test the contrast and readability on different screen sizes.
Can I add animations to background colours?
Wix does offer background animation options. You'll find these in the background settings once you've selected your colour or image.
What if I want different background colours on different pages?
Just don't use the 'Apply to Other Pages' option. Change each page individually through the same process.
Jargon Buster
Wix: A drag-and-drop website builder that lets you create sites without coding knowledge.
Page Background: The colour or image that sits behind all your content on a webpage.
Theme Palette: A collection of colours that come pre-selected with your chosen Wix theme, designed to work well together.
Hex Code: A six-character code (like #FF0000 for red) that represents specific colours in web design.
Wrap-up
Changing your Wix site's background colour is straightforward once you know the steps. It's a simple way to give your site a fresh look or better match your brand colours.
The key is finding the right balance between visual appeal and practicality. Your background should enhance your content, not compete with it.
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