How to Change the Text Color in WordPress
- George Apostolov
How to Change the Text Color in WordPress: step-by-step guide
On the left sidebar, hover your mouse cursor over the 'Appearance' option and click 'Editor'.
Select 'Styles' afterwards.
Next, click the 'Pencil' icon to access the Style settings.
Go to the right-side panel, then click 'Colors'.
Choose 'Text' from the list of options.
Finally, select your preferred text color.
Once done, tap 'Save' to change the existing text color of your WordPress website.
Tap the 'Save' button one more time to confirm your request and apply the modification.
Quick answer: To update text colors in WordPress, hover over Appearance in the left sidebar and click Editor. Select Styles, click the Pencil icon, and open Colors in the right panel. Choose Text, select your preferred color, and click Save twice to apply the modification.
About this WordPress tutorial
Modify website typography in WordPress by navigating through the editor styles and color settings to apply your preferred text color. This guide shows how to change the Text Color in WordPress in 8 steps, starting with "On the left sidebar, hover your mouse cursor over the 'Appearance' option and click 'Ed..." and finishing with "Tap the 'Save' button one more time to confirm your request and apply the modification". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to change the Text Color in WordPress?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to Change the Website Logo in WordPress, How to Change the WordPress Password and How to Change Title Tag in Wordpress. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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