Plugin conflicts are one of the most common issues in WordPress. Here’s how to handle them effectively:
Understanding Plugin Conflicts
Plugin conflicts occur when:
- Multiple plugins try to modify the same functionality
- Plugins use incompatible versions of JavaScript libraries
- Resource conflicts (memory, database queries)
- Incompatible PHP versions
Detection Methods
1. Systematic Deactivation
The most reliable method:
- Deactivate all plugins
- Reactivate one by one
- Test functionality after each activation
- Document any issues
2. Debug Mode
Enable WordPress debug mode:
// Add to wp-config.php
define('WP_DEBUG', true);
define('WP_DEBUG_LOG', true);
define('WP_DEBUG_DISPLAY', false);
3. Browser Console
Check browser console for:
- JavaScript errors
- Resource conflicts
- Loading issues
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