Typography plays a huge role in transforming the overall look and feel of your website. So where can you find fonts that are easy to install and will enhance your WordPress website? Thanks to the new features that were released in WordPress 6.5, it’s now possible to install and utilize a variety of Google fonts (which are free!) directly from the WordPress site editor as outlined in this article. Easy, right? But with so many choices, where do you begin your typography journey?
Here is a quick list of some great Google fonts to jumpstart your typography choice (which range from clean and modern to bold and dramatic).
Clean & Modern Fonts:
Montserrat
Raleway
Oswald Regular
Poppins
Roboto
Elegant & Classy Fonts:
Italiana
Raleway
Cormorant
Merriweather
Bold & Dramatic Fonts:
Anton
Shrikhand
Oswald Bold
Many fonts come in a variety of font weights, ranging from extra light to black. For instance, Oswald offers the following font weights:
- Bold
- Extra Light
- Light
- Medium
- Regular
- Semi Bold
While it can be tempting to rush the process, take time to explore what font weight options are available for each given font. Different font weights give you more creative options and can impact the feeling, style, and overall impression of your website.
This list represents a tiny fraction of the Google fonts available to you through the WordPress site editor. Whether you’re interested in a handwritten font or a sleek, modern typeface for your WordPress website, Google fonts likely has a font that will match what you are looking for. So get creative, explore, and discover what fonts are your favorite! Once again, don’t rush the creative process. Often, the best designs are found through exploration and trial and error.
Looking for more tips on how to build a polished WordPress website? Feel free to check out this article: 5 Tips for Building a Professional Website.
Happy font finding!