How to Add and Edit Text in Wix

Creating compelling content for your website often starts with adding and formatting text. Wix provides intuitive tools to easily insert and customize text elements. This tutorial will guide you through the process, from adding your first text box to more advanced editing techniques.

Adding a Text Box to Your Wix Page

To begin adding text to your website, you'll first need to insert a text box. This acts as a container for your written content.

1. Navigate to the Wix Editor.
2. On the left-hand side, click the "+ Add" button.
3. In the Add panel, find and click on "Text".
4. You will see various pre-designed text options. Choose a basic heading or paragraph style to start with a blank text box.
5. Click on your chosen text style, and it will be automatically added to your website page. You can then drag and drop the text box to your desired location.

This simple process allows you to quickly insert text areas anywhere on your website layout.

Basic Text Editing in Wix

Once you have a text box on your page, you'll want to add your own content and format it for better visual appeal.

1. Select the text box you want to edit by clicking on it.
2. Click the "Edit Text" button that appears in the floating toolbar.
3. The text editor will open. Here, you can type in your own text or paste content from another source.

The text editor provides several fundamental formatting options:

• Font: Choose from a variety of font styles to match your website's design.
• Size: Adjust the text size to create visual hierarchy and improve readability.
• Color: Select a text color that complements your website's color scheme.
• Alignment: Align your text to the left, right, center, or justify it.
• Bold, Italics, Underline: Emphasize specific words or phrases.
• Lists: Create bulleted or numbered lists for better organization.

Experiment with these basic settings to achieve the desired look and feel for your website text.

Advanced Text Customization

Wix also offers more advanced options to further enhance your text elements and make your content stand out.

Changing font styles

To change the font of your text:

1. Select the text box and click "Edit Text".
2. In the text editor, highlight the text you want to modify.
3. Click the font dropdown menu and choose a new font from the available options.

Curving text

Adding curved text can create unique and eye-catching design elements. Here's how to do it:

1. Select your text box.
2. Click on "Edit Text".
3. Look for the "Effects" option (it might be within a "Design" or similar tab in the text editor's extended options).
4. Within the effects, you should find an option to "Curve" the text.
5. Adjust the curve's intensity and direction using the provided sliders or controls.

Curved text can be a great way to add creativity and flair to your headings or titles.

Wrapping text

In most cases, text in Wix automatically wraps within the boundaries of its text box. However, if you are working with other elements and need to control how text flows around them, you might need to adjust the positioning and size of the text box itself. Wix does not have a dedicated "text wrapping" feature in the traditional sense of wrapping text around images with specific settings. Instead, manage text flow by resizing and positioning the text box relative to other elements.

Editing Text on Your Wix Mobile Website

Ensuring your website looks great on mobile devices is crucial, especially since mobile traffic is often higher than desktop traffic. Wix allows you to edit the mobile version of your website separately from the desktop version.

1. In the Wix Editor, switch to the "Mobile View" (usually a mobile phone icon at the top).
2. Select the text elements you want to adjust for the mobile view.
3. You can change the font size and rearrange text boxes specifically for the mobile layout. This ensures readability on smaller screens.

Editing Text in Your Wix Blog

If you have a Wix Blog, the text editing process within blog posts is similar but may have a slightly different interface. Here's how to edit text in your blog posts:

1. Open the blog post editor.
2. Click into the text area you want to modify.
3. A toolbar will appear, offering options for formatting text, adding headings, creating lists, and more.
4. You can typically change font styles and sizes within the blog post editor's settings.

Editing text in your blog ensures that your content is both readable and visually appealing to your audience.

Troubleshooting Common Text Issues

Sometimes, issues may arise with text on your Wix website. Here are some common problems and their solutions:

• Text not visible: Ensure the text color is not the same as the background color. Also, check if any other elements are overlapping the text box.
• Text too small or too large on mobile: Switch to the Mobile Editor and adjust the font size specifically for the mobile view.
• Font not displaying correctly: Ensure the font you've chosen is supported and that there are no browser-specific issues. Try a different font if the problem persists.

Useful Links

Wix Editor: Adding and Editing Text – This guide provides comprehensive instructions on how to add and customize text elements within the Wix Editor.

Wix Editor: Adding and Customizing Text on Your Mobile Site – Learn how to manage and style text specifically for the mobile version of your Wix website using the Mobile Editor.

Wix Editor: Getting Started With the Mobile Editor – An overview of the Mobile Editor's features and how to use them to optimize your site's mobile experience.

Wix Editor: Editing Your Site on Your Mobile Device – A guide on how to make edits to your Wix site directly from your mobile device, ensuring flexibility and convenience.

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Conclusion

By understanding these fundamental and advanced text editing features in Wix, you can effectively communicate your message and create a visually appealing website. Remember to regularly preview your website on both desktop and mobile to ensure your text looks and reads as intended.