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It does not comprehensively inspect all CSS backgrounds, JavaScript-rendered assets, page-builder storage, or externally hosted image libraries. WebP rewriting may not affect all builder\/CDN outputs. Some image processing features require GD or Imagick support.<\/p>\n\n<p>Always back up your database and uploads before changing image files or deleting attachments. 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Reference detection is not exhaustive.<\/p><\/dd>\n<dt id=\"how%20do%20i%20replace%20a%20broken%20image%3F\"><h3>How do I replace a broken image?<\/h3><\/dt>\n<dd><p>Open the broken-image item and choose a working replacement from the WordPress Media Library. The plugin updates detected matching URLs in the associated post content.<\/p><\/dd>\n\n<\/dl>\n\n<!--section=changelog-->\n<h4>1.0.0<\/h4>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Refresh saved issue data and dashboard display after successful repair or image operations.<\/li>\n<li>Retain broken-image scanning, duplicate review, optimisation and WebP delivery tools.<\/li>\n<li>Dashboard state-refresh improvements. 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