The Divi 5 Theme Builder is a powerful tool for creating and managing custom templates for your WordPress website. It extends the Divi Builder's capabilities to site-wide elements such as headers, footers, and post templates. Instead of manually editing theme files, you can use the Theme Builder to design and apply templates with a visual interface.
How to Access the Divi 5 Theme Builder
Log into WordPress Dashboard – Ensure you have Divi 5 installed and activated.
Navigate to Theme Builder - In the WordPress dashboard, go to Divi → Theme Builder.
Explore the Interface - You'll see the main Theme Builder screen where all templates are managed.
Overview of the Theme Builder Interface
The Divi 5 Theme Builder interface consists of a list (cards) of available templates:
Default Website Template – The main template affects all pages unless customized.
Note: This template cannot be deleted.Global Areas – Sections for Header, Body, and Footer that apply site-wide.
Note: These sections can also be non-global and attached to different templates.Custom Templates – Templates assigned to specific pages, posts, or categories.
Template Management Tools – Options to add, edit, duplicate, or delete templates.
Key Features and How They Improve Website Design
Global Templates – Create headers, footers, and layouts that apply across your site.
Custom Templates – Assign specific designs to individual pages, posts, or categories.
Drag-and-Drop Interface – Organize and manage templates easily.
Dynamic Content Integration – Add post titles, featured images, and other dynamic elements.
Template Import/Export – Share and reuse templates between different sites.