How to Convert Genesis Child Theme to HTML5

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For anyone using the Genesis Framework, you know the biggest change coming in version 2.0 is the switch from XHTML to HTML5.

If you’re using an older Genesis child theme, you can still upgrade to Genesis 2.0 without worry, your theme will not break.

In order for your theme to support the new HTML5 markup built into Genesis 2.0, you’ll have to make a few changes to the CSS (style.css file) and add a line of code to your functions.php file.

You will also need these visual markup comparison guides from StudioPress.

Now, to make this even easier, Cobalt Apps, the developers of Dynamic, have developed a simple solution called, Genesis XHTML to HTML5 CSS Converter, it will make the changes to your CSS for! All you have to do is copy and past!

Watch this video to see how easy it is!

https://vimeo.com/67838551

To make the changes, you just need to go to this post, Genesis XHTML to HTML5 CSS Convert, and follow the instructions or the steps shown in the video!

Have questions, or need help making the conversion, use the comments below!