Change a background image

Changing a background image in Elementor is a simple process that allows you to customize the look and feel of your website. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

Step 1: Open the Elementor Editor

• Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
  
• Navigate to the page where you want to change the background image.
  
• Click Edit with Elementor to open the page in the Elementor editor.

Step 2: Select the Section

• Hover over the section where you want to change the background image.
  
• Click the “Edit Section” icon (six dots at the top of the section).

Step 3: Access the Style Settings

• In the left-hand panel, click the Style tab.

• Under the Background section, look for the Background Type options. These typically include:
  • Classic: For a solid color or image background.
  • Gradient: For a gradient background.
  • Video: For a video background.
  • Slideshow: For multiple images as a slideshow.

Step 4: Change the Background Image

• Select Classic under Background Type.

• Click the Image box to open the WordPress Media Library.
  
• Upload a new image or select an existing one from your media library.
  
• Click Insert Media to apply the image.

Step 5: Customize the Background Image Settings

• Position: Set the position of the image (e.g., Center Center, Top Left). This determines how the image aligns within the section.

• Attachment: Choose between:
  • Scroll: The image moves as the user scrolls.
  • Fixed: The image stays in place, creating a parallax effect.
    
    
• Repeat: Decide if the image should repeat. Options include:
  • No-Repeat: Ensures the image doesn’t repeat.
  • Repeat: Tiles the image across the section.
  • Repeat-X or Repeat-Y: Repeats the image horizontally or vertically.
    
    
• Size: Adjust the image size to fit the section:
  • Auto: Uses the original size of the image.
  • Cover: Ensures the image covers the entire section.
  • Contain: Ensures the entire image fits within the section without cropping.

Step 6: Preview and Save

• Click the Preview icon (eye icon) to check how the new background image looks.

• If you’re satisfied with the changes, click Update to save your work.

Tips for Effective Background Images

• Use high-quality images that match your website’s theme.
  
• Optimize the image size to ensure fast loading times.
  
• For better readability, consider adding an Overlay (in the Style tab) to darken or lighten the image.