A theme is a collection of files that work together to produce a graphical interface with an underlying unifying design for a weblog. These files are called template files. A Theme modifies the way the site is displayed, without modifying the underlying software.<\/h2>\n<\/blockquote>\n
A WordPress child theme is a theme that derives its functionality and style from another theme, called the parent theme.<\/strong><\/p>\n Creating a WordPress child theme is the industry-standard method of modifying an existing theme. If you\u2019d like to customize a theme, especially a theme based on a framework (like Genesis, for example) the accepted approach is to use a child theme. A child theme is a separate theme and contains all of your specific customizations. The idea is that if the parent theme is ever updated (and WordPress is frequently), your modifications are not lost. A theme framework is not a stand-alone theme and cannot operate independent of a theme. Its library of functions is included (bootstrapped) in a theme\u2019s files to quickly boost design and functionality of the new theme. Twitter Bootstrap is a popular example of a \u201cdrop-in\u201d code library.<\/p>\n Twitter Bootstrap is a popular theme framework. Sandbox, Thematic and WP Framework are other examples of theme frameworks. A stand-alone or base theme is a Theme that has all of the necessary files to run as a separate install. Such a theme can operate independent of a parent theme. The TwentySixteen (currently the default) WordPress theme is an example of a stand-alone theme. It is a parent theme since child themes can be built upon it.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n 1. Retain your custom modifications. 3. Use of child themes is accepted industry practice.<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\n As a professional developer, you should definitely follow industry standards (even if you are not, its a good practice). Creating child themes is an organized and productive way to use WordPress. If you\u2019re still not convinced, consider this. One day you are going to ask a third party to fix a WordPress problem for you. Then you will have to hear: \u201cWhy didn\u2019t you put your modifications in a child theme?\u201d<\/p>\n[su_pullquote]In WordPress, a child theme is a theme that derives its functionality and style from another theme, called the parent theme.[\/su_pullquote]<\/h2>\n
\nIt is important to note that a theme framework is not an actual theme but rather a \u201cdrop-in\u201d code library that is used to facilitate development of a Theme.<\/p>\n<\/h3>\n
Child, Parent and Framework<\/h2>\n
\nWordpress is constantly being updated and improved. It is one of the most attractive features. However If you modify a theme directly you will lose your customizations when WordPress is updated. By using a child theme you will ensure that your modifications are preserved.
\n2. More easily track your work on a specific project (and speed up development time on future projects.\u00a0<\/strong>For developers a child theme, by keeping your changes separate, you can more easily track your work on a specific project.<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n
Conclusion<\/h2>\n
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