[sticksoutfitter]

Hello,

I have read a lot about creating a Child Theme for my page. I also have found the convenience of the “Custom CSS” box within the Appearance –> Theme Options Tab when wanting to make custom css adjustments. These adjustments also stayed in tact after updating the theme.

My question is- Does this Custom CSS box act as the Child Theme/ override the need for a Child Theme? Or are there still benefits to having a Child Theme as well as utilizing the Custom CSS box?

Thanks!

Bryce

[Sakin]

@sticksoutfitter: Yes, Custom CSS box in Theme Options panel and Child Theme, both are safe to to add your extra css which will not get overwritten when you update the theme.

* We added the Custom CSS box so that it’s easy for non technical person to just copy and paste the css that we give and solve their problem. This box is limited to CSS edits only.
* Creating child theme is bit technical and need technical knowledge. It can be used beyond the CSS edits like functions and theme structures.

So, the conclusion is both are safe to use and depends on your edits. For small CSS edits I recommend using Custom CSS box in Theme Options panel and for advance customizing I recommend using Child Theme

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