Since WordPress 2.5 is finally out here is the quick guide and overview of some new futures. In some of mine previous posts you can see some screenshots of new user interface and and a word about new features like a customizable dashboard, multi-file upload, built-in galleries, one-click plugin upgrades, tag management, built-in Gravatars, full text feeds, and faster load times . So let’s start upgrading!
The first and the most important thing you need to do is backup. I use WordPress database backup plugin from Austin Matzko and it’s really easy to use, you can backup all your tables (wordpress or not) and send them to your email for example. You can read more about backup on http://codex.wordpress.org/WordPress_Backups
Now you have to download the latest version of WordPress you can do it directly here (Just to mention you need PHP version 4.3 or higher and MySQL version 4.0 or higher). Deactivate your plugins. A plugin might not be compatible with the new version, so it's nice to check for new versions of them and deactivate any that may cause
problems. You can reactivate plugins one-by-one after the upgrade. And just follow these steps
- Delete your old WP files, saving ones you've modified.
- Upload the new files.
- Point your browser to /wp-admin/upgrade.php.
- You’re done!
You can also use WordPress automatic upgrade plugin which automatically upgrades your WordPress
version to the latest files provided by wordpress.org. You can download it here http://techie
-buzz.com/wordpress-plugins/wordpress-automatic-upgrade-plugin.html
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Cool, i din’t know it was out, i will upgrade now!
Very nice, thank you
I have upgraded my WP to 2.5. I like all the features, it feels like this update was long over due. I do however have an issue with it. It dosent work correctly in IE7 or evn IE8. Although it does work in Firefox 3.
Tyler
Sure it’s not just your code itself?
@Dejan
No its not an issue with the site theme, its an issue with the admin dash. Mostly the media uploading and selecting in IE7 but in IE8 the dashboard dosent load right, and the editing feature isnt working right as well, I will dismiss these features as IE8 is still a beta.
Can’t believe it appears to be that straightforward. Installing for me was a nightmare, and ever since then I have been reluctant to update.
But all the feedback seems to be positive so time to bite the bullet.
You article arrived in my inbox just on cue, I was wondering the best way to back up my DB, then your recommendation on the DB Back-up plugin. Downloaded it and back-up in minutes. Great Plug-in.
Big round of applause for a terrific site you have here, keen reader. First time leaver of comments.
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This is really good guide to upgrade wordpress. Thanks Dejan
I have upgraded my WP to 2.5. I like all the features, it feels like this update was long over due. I do however have an issue with it. It dosent work correctly in IE7 or evn IE8. Although it does work in Firefox 3.
thanks
that was good