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Which method correctly installs a theme from a ZIP file using the WordPress Dashboard?

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Wordpress - Themes and Appearance
Which method correctly installs a theme from a ZIP file using the WordPress Dashboard?
AGo to Appearance > Themes > Add New > Upload Theme, then select the ZIP file
BUpload the ZIP file to wp-content/themes via FTP and activate it
CExtract the ZIP file locally and upload files to wp-admin/themes
DUse Plugins > Add New to upload the theme ZIP file
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Recall WordPress theme upload process

    The Dashboard method is Appearance > Themes > Add New > Upload Theme.

  2. Step 2: Identify incorrect methods

    FTP upload is manual, wp-admin/themes is wrong folder, Plugins area is for plugins only.

  3. Final Answer:

    Go to Appearance > Themes > Add New > Upload Theme, then select the ZIP file -> Option A

  4. Quick Check:

    Dashboard ZIP upload = Appearance > Themes > Add New > Upload [OK]
Quick Trick: Upload ZIP via Appearance > Themes > Add New [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Uploading ZIP in Plugins area
  • Uploading to wrong folder
  • Extracting ZIP before upload via Dashboard

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