How to change demo on an existing website
To facilitate a smooth transition from your current design style to a new one in your WordPress theme, please follow the steps outlined below:
1. Create a Subfolder and Install WordPress:
Begin by installing WordPress in a subfolder. This will serve as a dedicated testing environment for the new design. Once installed, proceed to set up the desired demo within this subfolder.
2. Clear useless Contents (Except Pages):
In your staging site, remove existing content that you want to bring over from the old existing site such as shows, schedules, blog posts, events, and other items. Ensure to retain only the pages for a seamless transition.
3. Export Old Site Content:
Navigate to your old site's dashboard and access the 'Tools' menu. Select the 'Export' option, making sure to export all content. This will generate a file containing your existing site data.
4. Import Content to Staging Website:
Head to the new staging website and import the previously generated file. This will populate the staging site with your old content, creating a foundation for the transition.
5. Refine Your Website:
Take the time to refine and enhance your website within the staging environment. Ensure that the new design aligns with your expectations and meets your requirements.
6. Clone Staging Site to Production Location:
Once satisfied with the changes, proceed to clone the staging site to the production location. This can be done efficiently using cPanel or a reliable plugin like "All in One Migration."
7. Finalize the Transition:
Complete the transition by following the provided steps
This will ensure a smooth move from the staging environment to the production site or when changing the domain.
If, instead, you want to reset your website and start from scratch, please check the next proceudure:
How to Reset Your Website and Install a New Demo in Pro Radio
This is a different procedure to completely wipe clean your site and import a different demo.
ATTENTION! THIS IS ANOTHER DIFFERENT PROCEDURE AND WILL COMPLETELY WIPE ALL OF YOUR CONTENTS.
IF YOU WANT TO KEEP YOUR CONTENTS, POSTS AND PAGES, USE THE FIRST PROCEDURE INSTEAD ( How to change demo on an existing website)
