What is the best/easiest way to redesign a WordPress site "behind the scenes" while keeping the existing site up and running before the "switch" is made? I also want to be able to show my client of the progress on the site.
Best Way to Redesign a WordPress Site (4 posts)
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graphicenzo
Posted 3 months ago # -
Set it up on a development server then move it live.
I also want to be able to show my client of the progress on the site.
In person on your computer or from a distance via the web?
If in person, then I would suggest installing WP locally.
If remote, then I'd place it in a sub-folder or something and work live.The difference is that it takes longer to develop a site on a live server than if it were on your localhost. (IMO)
When it is ready, you can move the theme files and the database to the live site location, provided you are using ALL fresh content in the new design and can overwrite the new site DB.
You can also just upload the new theme and keep the existing content intact.
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cmegown
Posted 3 months ago #There's a perfect plugin for what you're looking for.
It allows a user logged in as an administrator to view whatever theme they want (ex: a theme undergoing redesign), while continuing to force typical viewers/users to see the working theme.
Once installed, look for the Theme Test Drive panel in the admin area, and follow the simple instructions to get the results you want.
Post back here if you have any problems.
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Posted 3 months ago #Thanks racer!
I would want to communicate remotely with my client.cmegown - So I just need to install this plugin on the existing site and then customize a different theme through the plugin?
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