WordPress Version in the Updates Screen

  • gabbog

    (@gabbog)


    4 years, 7 months ago

    Why is it soooo hard to fix something so simple? This should be a no brainer, yet it is missing in any new version I see.

    When you go to the Updates page and you see:

    An updated version of WordPress is available.
    You can update to WordPress 5.8.1 automatically:

    Why can’t it say :

    You can update FROM WORDPRESS 5.5.3 to WordPress 5.8.1 automatically:

    It’s mind boggling. I just don’t get it.

    In case you mess up the website, you at least know which version worked before updating.

    Really.

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  • barnez

    (@pidengmor)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    Best practice is to take a full back up of all files and the database before updating WordPress core. A warning message reminds of this. In case of any issues, the user can restore from the backup.

    Thread Starter gabbog

    (@gabbog)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    Thank you, however I did not ask what the best practice is. Your comment missed the point.

    I know how to use a belt, when getting in the car. This does not prevent a faulty motor to catch fire.

    barnez

    (@pidengmor)

    4 years, 7 months ago

    If you think that would be helpful then you can submit a ticket explaining why and mark it as an enhancement:

    https://core.trac.ww.wp.xz.cn/newticket

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