If autosave and revisions are not working in WordPress, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot and potentially resolve the issue:
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Check Autosave Interval:
- WordPress has a default autosave interval of 60 seconds. If you want to adjust this, you can use the following code in your
wp-config.php
file:
php - WordPress has a default autosave interval of 60 seconds. If you want to adjust this, you can use the following code in your
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define('AUTOSAVE_INTERVAL', 120); // Set to 120 seconds (2 minutes)
Be cautious about setting this too low, as it may increase server load.
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Check Browser and Network Connection:
- Sometimes, issues can be browser-specific. Try using a different browser to see if the problem persists. Additionally, ensure you have a stable internet connection.
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Check for JavaScript Errors:
- Open your browser's developer tools (usually by pressing F12 or right-clicking and selecting "Inspect"). Go to the "Console" tab and look for any JavaScript errors. These could be causing the autosave and revisions features to fail.
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Check for Plugin Conflicts:
- Deactivate all plugins and see if the autosave and revisions work. If they do, reactivate the plugins one by one to identify the conflicting plugin.
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Check for Theme Conflicts:
- Switch to a default WordPress theme (like Twenty Twenty-One) temporarily and see if autosave and revisions start working. If they do, there may be an issue with your current theme.
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Increase PHP Memory Limit:
- If your server has a low PHP memory limit, it may be preventing autosave and revisions from working properly. You can try increasing the memory limit in your
wp-config.php
file:
php - If your server has a low PHP memory limit, it may be preventing autosave and revisions from working properly. You can try increasing the memory limit in your
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define('WP_MEMORY_LIMIT', '256M');
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Check File Permissions:
- Ensure that the
wp-content
directory and its subdirectories have the correct permissions. They should typically be set to 755 or 775 (depending on your server configuration).
- Ensure that the
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Check Database Health:
- Sometimes, database corruption can lead to issues with autosave and revisions. You can use a plugin like WP-Optimize to clean and optimize your database.
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Disable Security Plugins:
- Some security plugins may have settings that interfere with autosave and revisions. Temporarily disable any security plugins you have and test if the features work.
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Enable Debugging:
- Enable WordPress debugging by adding the following line to your
wp-config.php
file:php
- Enable WordPress debugging by adding the following line to your
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define('WP_DEBUG', true);
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Contact Hosting Provider:
- If none of the above steps work, contact your hosting provider for assistance. There could be server-related restrictions.
Always remember to back up your website before making any significant changes. If you're not comfortable with these steps, consider seeking help from a web developer or your hosting provider's support team.