Category: Tutorials

Practical WordPress tutorials, honest comparisons, and product updates — from the team behind RunningWP.

Gutenberg Playground: Try the WordPress Block Editor in a Safe Test Site

If you want to explore the WordPress block editor without changing an existing website, a Gutenberg Playground gives you a simple way to experiment. You can create pages, add and rearrange blocks, test layouts, explore Gutenberg features, and experiment with themes or plugins without putting a live WordPress website at risk. There is one important […]

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WordPress Demo: What It Is and How to Create One

A WordPress demo is a working example of a WordPress website that allows someone to explore a design, test a plugin, review a theme, follow a tutorial, or experience a website before committing to a purchase or full installation. Unlike screenshots or promotional videos, an interactive WordPress demo lets users see how a website or […]

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Clean WordPress Installation: What It Is and When You Need One

Clean WordPress Installation: What It Is and When You Need One A clean WordPress installation gives you a fresh, uncluttered website without old plugins, abandoned settings, leftover database entries, or previous customizations. It provides a reliable starting point for building a new site, testing software, troubleshooting problems, creating tutorials, or developing a WordPress product. WordPress […]

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How to Create a WordPress Test Site: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding the Importance of a WordPress Test Site Making changes directly to a live WordPress website can be risky. A plugin update, theme customization, or new piece of code could cause errors that affect your visitors, customers, or search rankings. A WordPress test site provides a safe, separate environment where you can experiment without risking […]

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