Adding a background image to your contact form is an excellent way to customize and improve the appearance of your website. This guide will walk you through the process of adding a background image in Contact Form 7, step by step.
Step 1: Choose an Image
The first step is to choose an image that you want to use as the background for your contact form. Make sure the image is high-quality and visually appealing. You can either use your own image or find one from royalty-free image websites.
Step 2: Upload the Image
Once you have chosen the image, upload it to your WordPress media library. To do this, go to your WordPress dashboard, navigate to “Media” and click on “Add New”. Choose the image file from your computer and click on “Upload”.
Step 3: Get the Image URL
After the image is uploaded, click on it in the media library to open the attachment details. Copy the image URL from the “File URL” field. We will use this URL to add the background image in Contact Form 7.
Step 4: Add CSS Code
Now, we need to add some CSS code to our WordPress theme to apply the background image to the contact form. To do this, go to your WordPress dashboard, navigate to “Appearance” and click on “Customize”.
In the Customizer, click on “Additional CSS” to open the CSS editor. Now, add the following code:
.cf7-background {
background-image: url('your-image-url.jpg');
background-repeat: no-repeat;
background-size: cover;
}
Replace ‘your-image-url.jpg’ with the actual URL of your background image.
Step 5: Apply the CSS Class
Finally, we need to apply the CSS class to the contact form in Contact Form 7. Open the contact form in the WordPress backend and go to the “Form” tab.
Find the “Additional Classes” field and add the CSS class “cf7-background” (without the quotes). Save the form.
Conclusion
Adding a background image to your Contact Form 7 can give it a unique and personalized touch. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily add a background image to your contact form and make it stand out. Remember to choose an image that complements your website’s design and enhances the overall user experience. Happy customizing!