Total | Responsive Multi Purpose WordPress Theme

let me tell you about Total, the WordPress theme that has, quite frankly, made my life a lot easier as a freelancer. Total is kind of like that Swiss Army knife you keep in your bag—it’s packed with useful tools, and once you’ve got it, you wonder how you ever lived without it. Let’s just say that if you’re working on WordPress sites (whether it's for clients or yourself), this one has pretty much everything you’ll need. And don’t just take my word for it—let’s dive into some details.

Why Total Is a Dream Theme for Freelancers

If you’re a freelancer, you know the drill: each client wants something different, and you end up hunting for a new theme every time. But with Total, you get all the flexibility you need, minus the hassle of finding something new every project. You can start by importing one of its ready-made demos, or you can go from scratch and customize away.

Here’s why it’s been a game-changer for me:

• Fully Customizable: From business sites to online stores, Total has templates that fit all kinds of industries.
• Time-Saving Demo Importer: Quickly import pre-made demos with one click—most take under a minute to set up.
• Client-Friendly Adjustments: Easy to tweak for clients, whether they’re looking for a corporate feel, a creative agency vibe, or an eCommerce setup.

Pro Tip: Spend a bit of time getting familiar with the demos. Once you know how to customize them, you can literally save hours per project.

Now, let’s break down some of the features that make Total the theme I keep going back to.

Quick Start with Demo Importer

If there’s one feature I’m hooked on, it’s the Demo Importer. Total has a ton of demos, and if you’re working with a blank WordPress site, you can quickly get started by importing one of these. It’s like having a head start every time you build a site.

Key Points About the Demo Importer

• Single-Click Import: Import all content, theme settings, widgets, and sliders with one click.
• Choose What to Import: Need just the Customizer settings? Or only the widgets? You can select specific elements to import.
• Under 1 Minute: Most demos import in under a minute, which is honestly a life-saver when you’re on a deadline.

On to the next feature that makes this theme so versatile—custom page layouts.

Unlimited Custom Pages with WPBakery Page Builder

Let’s talk customization. With Total, you’re not stuck with a bunch of pre-defined layouts. Instead, you get to create unique layouts with WPBakery Page Builder (or even Elementor if that’s your go-to). Total makes it easy to create layouts that feel unique to each project.

What You Can Do with Custom Pages

• Build Pages from Scratch: No coding skills needed. Just drag and drop elements and watch the page come to life.
• Pre-Built WPBakery Patterns: Quickly add sections to any page—this is super handy for building pages in record time.
• Dynamic Templates: This is especially cool. You can create a custom design for specific post types (like blog posts or portfolios) and apply it across the site.

Pro Tip: The Dynamic Templates feature lets you design pages and apply that design to every post in that category, making it easier to keep a consistent look.

Tons of Unique Elements at Your Fingertips

If you’re like me, you’ve probably used WPBakery or Elementor plugins on WordPress before. But what sets Total apart are the exclusive builder elements. There are over 70 custom elements that make it super easy to add cool stuff without extra plugins.

Some Must-Try Elements

• CSS Leader for Menus: A tiny detail that adds a professional touch.
• Animated Text: Great for adding flair to headers or call-to-action sections.
• Icon Boxes and Teaser Boxes: Perfect for showcasing services or features.
• Pricing Tables and Milestones: A breeze for setting up eCommerce or service-based sites.
• Testimonial Sliders and Portfolio Grids: Vital if you’re building a site with a portfolio or testimonial page.

These aren’t just any elements—they’re created specifically for Total. And the best part? They work with both WPBakery and Elementor, so you’ve got flexibility depending on what your clients prefer.

Unique Card Styles and the Card Builder

Total comes with a feature that’s been super handy for me: pre-built card styles. These “cards” are how posts, products, or portfolio items can appear on your site. Don’t love the pre-made ones? No problem—you can design your own.

Card Options That Stand Out

• Preset Card Designs: There are loads to choose from, and each one offers a different vibe.
• Easy Customization: You can use the Card Builder to create totally custom card styles with WPBakery, Elementor, or Gutenberg.
• Slim, Fast Design: Since they’re built directly into the theme, you don’t need extra plugins to slow things down.

You can create everything from simple blog posts to fancy custom posts. Plus, since you’re building them yourself, they’ll fit any look you’re going for.

Live Customizer for Instant Changes

Total’s Live Customizer is like the best of both worlds. You get to tweak the look of your site in real-time, which makes it way easier to see what works and what doesn’t. There’s no old-school theme settings panel cluttering up your admin page—everything is live.

Why I Love the Customizer

• Instant Edits: Change colors, fonts, and layouts and see it happen immediately.
• Unlimited Colors & Schemes: Adjust every color, from headers to buttons.
• Custom Color Palettes: You can save color palettes and quickly access them when you’re building pages.

And speaking of colors, let’s dig into some cool customization options.

Customizable Colors, Fonts, and Headers

Total has gone above and beyond with options to personalize your site’s look. You can set up color schemes to create something unique for each client, and the Font Manager allows for custom fonts too. Oh, and did I mention the Header Builder?

Customization Options at a Glance

• Unlimited Colors: Use the color palette for a consistent look across your site.
• Font Manager: Easily register Google Fonts or upload custom fonts.
• 11 Header Styles: Options for everything from left-aligned logos to centered logos inside the menu.
• Custom Header Builder: Not loving the pre-set headers? You can create your own from scratch!

And if you’re designing for mobile? Total’s responsive design adjusts beautifully, so you’re good to go across devices.

Responsive Design and Adjustable Site Width

With so many people browsing on mobile, having a responsive design is crucial. Total uses a fluid layout that adapts to different screen sizes. You can also adjust the width of your site to fit your design goals. Want a skinny blog layout? Or maybe a wide, full-screen feel? Just adjust it with a few clicks.

Responsive Features You’ll Love

• Fluid Design: Looks great on mobile, tablet, or desktop.
• Customizable Site Widths: From skinny (under 980px) to full-width.
• Easy Mobile Preview: View your site on different screen sizes in real-time.

And hey, if you want to go old-school, you’ve got options for boxed or full-width layouts as well.

Boxed or Full-Width Layout Options

Whether you’re building a modern site or a classic blog, Total has both boxed and full-width layouts. Boxed layouts are great for adding a background pattern or color outside your main content area, while the full-width option is ideal for a clean, modern look.

Boxed and Full-Width Features

• Modern Full-Width: Keeps everything streamlined with a white background.
• Classic Boxed Layout: Add background colors or textures outside your main content.
• Adjust on a Page-by-Page Basis: Choose different layouts for different sections of your site.

Now, let’s jump into Total’s compatibility with other plugins—because there’s a lot to cover.

Seamless 3rd Party Compatibility

Total plays well with tons of third-party plugins, and you get WooCommerce, bbPress, BuddyPress, and LearnDash compatibility out of the box. This means whether you’re building an eCommerce site, a forum, or a membership site, Total has you covered.

Key Compatible Plugins

• WooCommerce for online stores
• bbPress and BuddyPress for forums and social features
• LearnDash for creating and selling courses
• Slider Revolution and WPBakery (both included for free!)
• Contact Form 7, Gravity Forms, and WP Forms for easy form-building

You also get Yoast SEO compatibility, meaning you can easily optimize your site for search engines.

Pro Tip: If you’re using Yoast SEO, Total has built-in schema support, which helps with rich snippets in search results. A nice little SEO boost without extra effort!

Disable Unneeded Features to Keep Things Lean

One of my biggest gripes with most themes is the bloat. They’re loaded with features that just slow down your site. Total gets around this with a Theme Panel where you can disable anything you’re not using.

How Disabling Works

In the Total Theme Panel, you can toggle off any feature you’re not using—sliders, specific shortcodes, elements, etc.—to streamline performance and load times.