How to Create a Joomla Template
- George Apostolov
How to Create a Joomla Template: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the 'System' menu, where we'll manage core website settings and extensions.
Access the 'Extensions' area to customize your site with new templates and functionality.
Upload your
.zipfile.View the details of this template to understand its features and customization options.
Return to the 'System' menu to access more template management options.
Access the 'Site Template Styles' to create and manage different variations of your templates.
Click on the star icon to select your new template as 'Default'.
That's it! You've successfully created a Joomla template.
Quick answer: To create a Joomla template using Joomla, navigate to the System menu, access Extensions, and upload your .zip file. Next, view template details, return to the System menu, and open Site Template Styles. Finally, click the star icon to set your new template as the default.
About this Joomla tutorial
Upload a .zip file and set your design as default in Joomla by managing template styles and core site settings efficiently. This guide shows how to create a Joomla Template in 8 steps, starting with "Navigate to the 'System' menu, where we'll manage core website settings and extensions" and finishing with "That's it! You've successfully created a Joomla template". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Joomla interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create a Joomla Template?
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 Joomla data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Joomla. Related guides: How to Create a Landing Page in Joomla, How to Create a Link to a Document in Joomla and How to Create a Page in Joomla. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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