Fixed: Broken WordPress Dashboard/Backend

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Recently, I encountered an issue with WordPress 6.8.1 where the backend suddenly started displaying broken elements, likely due to an inability to process the CSS files.

A screenshot of broken wordpress backend

Anyway, I searched the internet and reached out to my hosting support, but had no luck.

Then, I came across a Stack Overflow thread, and somewhere down there, I found code for the wp-config.php file. I’m just sharing this so you can understand.

How to fix broken WordPress dashboard (backend):

You don’t need to do much; just open the wp-config.php file from your hosting backend or FTP file manager and edit it with the following code:

define( 'CONCATENATE_SCRIPTS', false )
Code to fix broken backend dashboard on WordPress

Voila! This fixed the broken backend.

I’m not sure if this is a permanent fix, but it worked for now. Until WordPress comes up with a fix, this should be helpful.

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Abdullah
Abdullah

Abdullah, AKA "abdugeek," is a computer scientist turned tech writer and certified Growth Hacker. He has a versatile entrepreneurial mindset and is well-versed in the digital world with passion for animals, particularly fish. Founder of multiple digital startups in technology sector, he's constantly pushing boundaries and seeking new opportunities. Follow him on social media or learn more about him on his website.

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