The Unseen Barrier: Typography and User Experience
Too often, a website's design fails to consider the most underserved among its visitors. Users with visual impairments, older adults, and those accessing your site on mobile devices would benefit enormously from clear, readable text. A site with poor font choices and sizing creates a significant barrier to engagement, turning potential clients away. Optimizing typography for readability would not only make your site more accessible but—as many case studies on the Kinsta blog highlight—would also improve user retention and conversion rates.
How Do You Change Font Size in WordPress: A Practical Guide
So, how do you change font size in WordPress? The method you choose depends largely on your theme and your comfort level. For the vast majority of users, the simplest way is through the native WordPress Block Editor (Gutenberg). When you edit a post or page, simply click on the block (be it a paragraph, heading, or list) whose text you wish to modify. On the right-hand side, in the block settings panel, you'll find typography options. Here, you can often select a preset font size or even input a specific pixel value. This is the most straightforward method and requires no technical knowledge.
For more global control, your theme's Customizer is your next stop. Navigate to Appearance > Customize. Many modern themes, including those commonly used on Bluehost WordPress installations, include a "Typography" or "Fonts" section within the Customizer. This powerful area allows you to set default font sizes for all your body text, headings (H1-H6), and even specific elements like your header in WordPress. Changing a value here will update that text site-wide, ensuring a consistent and professional look without editing each page individually.
For those who need pixel-perfect control beyond what their theme offers, adding a little CSS is the most powerful solution. You can add custom CSS in the Customizer under "Additional CSS." For example, to make all paragraph text larger, you could add:
p { font-size: 18px; }- Or to target your site title in the header in WordPress:
.site-title { font-size: 2.5rem; }
My suggestion? Always start with the Block Editor for one-off changes. Use the Theme Customizer for site-wide typography adjustments. Only resort to custom CSS if the other options are too limiting. Remember, less is often more—stick to a harmonious scale of 2-3 font sizes for a clean, professional design.
Beyond Font Size: Crafting a Cohesive Experience
Changing your font size is just one piece of the puzzle. True professionalism comes from a cohesive design strategy where typography, spacing, and color work in harmony. A well-maintained website is not just about aesthetics; it's about functionality, speed, and security. Regular updates, optimized images, and a robust hosting foundation are what transform a basic site into a powerful business tool.
Let WPutopia Handle the Details
If the thought of navigating theme settings or writing CSS code feels daunting, you're not alone. This is where our expertise comes in. At WPutopia, we provide professional WordPress services to ensure your site is not only beautiful and readable but also fast, secure, and effective. Our services include WordPress maintenance, theme upgrades, plugin installation and configuration, and custom CSS styling—including perfecting your site's typography. Let us handle the technical details so you can focus on your business. Contact WPutopia today for a consultation and elevate your WordPress experience.
