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A WordPress site shows a blank white page after activating a new theme. What should be the first step to fix this?

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A WordPress site shows a blank white page after activating a new theme. What should be the first step to fix this?
ADelete all plugins immediately
BSwitch back to the previous theme via the dashboard or database
CReinstall WordPress core files
DClear browser cache only
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Identify cause of blank page

    New theme may cause errors; switching back restores site display.

  2. Step 2: Evaluate other fixes

    Deleting plugins or reinstalling core is drastic; clearing cache alone won't fix theme errors.

  3. Final Answer:

    Switch back to the previous theme via the dashboard or database -> Option B

  4. Quick Check:

    Blank page fix = revert theme = B [OK]
Quick Trick: Revert theme first if site breaks after activation [OK]
Common Mistakes:
  • Deleting plugins without checking theme
  • Reinstalling WordPress unnecessarily
  • Only clearing browser cache

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