Wordpress Help

emmaburge · January 8 '10, 08:12 AM (#1)

I found this theme here: http://seoagent.org/free-seo-wordpress-theme
that i've tried to install on my blog here: http://www.ameliealden.com
Im having a bit of trouble with it - it just looks like the layouts gone a bit wrong somewhere if you compare it to the demo on the download site.
i posted on the guys blog but dont really want to hassle him again about it! unfortunately there is no documentation for it but it at a glance looks like itd be straigthforward to install..

i previously had a few themes installed and changed some v slightly (eg just the header file), but have deactivated (not deleted though) the other themes..
can anyone help?

redefyned1 · January 9 '10, 07:30 PM (#2)

I would check to see what version of Wordpress this theme is compatible with. It may be designed for an older version and you are using a newer version that it does not support.

emmaburge · January 10 '10, 01:43 PM (#3)

Hi Ken

Mine is 2.9, and im pretty sure this one's compatible with it - Im 99% that the demo uses 2.9..!

Theres only one thing im thinking - that the pages have unclosed tags/html errors maybe, and thats the reason? I cant see any and theres not much html on my blog pages to be honest

redefyned1 · January 10 '10, 02:09 PM (#4)

Their demo shows a <div id="sidebar">.

I don't see that in your page. Did you remove this accidentally?

emmaburge · January 11 '10, 02:40 PM (#5)

hi Ken,

Thanks for the help - no i didnt remove anything :S Maybe ill try and install it on a different blog.. can i show you if it doesnt work??

thanks

emma

emmaburge · January 13 '10, 12:53 PM (#6)

Okay, Ive just installed a new version of the theme onto:

http://reachingmorepeople.co.uk

And im getting the same sorta problems..

Ive no idea really with wp themes, can anyone suggest anything?

redefyned1 · January 13 '10, 11:43 PM (#7)

Have you tried using one of the default themes that came with Wordpress and see how it displays?

emmaburge · January 14 '10, 06:14 AM (#8)

Yep seems to display fine!

emmaburge · January 14 '10, 07:20 AM (#9)

just cant understand it..it seems 3 divs (col 1, col 2, col 3) are repeating themselves without me coding that, or adding it in any otherway.

Its also not visible what is making it repeat if i look at the php -- i dont write php but i can usualy get a gist of whats going on with it.. here is the php code:

Quote:

<?php get_header(); ?>
<div id="homeheader">

<div id="left-column">

<h1>Hi, We're Reaching More People</h1>
<p>Dedicated bringing new music artists together, and bringing music lovers fresh new listening material! You'll find everything from the latest new r&b music release to new indie pop music, as well as advice from music producers and TV experts on anything from how to become famous to music copyright law, right here. Enjoy.</p>
<p><span class="learnmore"><a href="#">Get Involved</a> </span></p>
</div>

<div id="right-column">
<h6>Hottest Topics</h6>
<ul id="portfolio">
<li>
<div class="imgholder"> <img src="<?php bloginfo('template_url'); ?>/images/ht1.jpg" width="172" height="155" alt="Beyonce Singing - New Female Music Artists Set for The Top" /></div>
<div class="txtholder">
<h3>Female Pop Music Artists</h3>
<p>..are they set to dominate the music scene? We give you our thoughts. What do you think?</p>
<span class="button-small"><a href="#">Read Article</a></span> <span class="button-small"><a href="http://reachingmorepeople.co.uk/absolutely-free-music-downloads/">Insider Info</a></span> </div>
</li>
<li>
<div class="imgholder"> <img src="<?php bloginfo('template_url'); ?>/images/ht2.jpg" width="172" height="155" alt="Absolutely Free Music Downloads - Do They Exist?" /></div>
<div class="txtholder">
<h3>Absolutely Free Music Downloads?</h3>
<p>We give you a rundown of ways to find these for real, and how to spot a scam.</p>
<span class="button-small"><a href="#">Read Article</a></span> <span class="button-small"><a href="http://reachingmorepeople.co.uk/absolutely-free-music-downloads/">Insider Info</a></span> </div>
</li>
<li>
<div class="imgholder"> <img src="<?php bloginfo('template_url'); ?>/images/ht3.jpg" width="172" height="155" alt="New Indie Music Pop Atists Zigiville" /></div>
<div class="txtholder">
<h3>New Indie Pop Music - Ziggiville</h3>
<p>A bit rock, a bit punk - exciting new indie pop music brought to us by Ziggiville.</p>
<span class="button-small"><a href="#">Read Article</a></span> <span class="button-small"><a href="http://reachingmorepeople.co.uk/absolutely-free-music-downloads/">Insider Info</a></span> </div>
</li>
</ul>
</div>

</div>
<div id="contents">
<?php if (have_posts()) : ?>
<?php while (have_posts()) : the_post(); ?>

<div id="col1">
<h1>Who Are We?</h1>
<p>The new music artist and media advice blog Reaching More People was the brainchild of a group of friends and music professionals.</p>
<p>We share a passion for real new talent, and helping people find their own.</p>
<p>We’re friends with some brilliant new music artists, as well as some experts from voice tutors to music reviewers, who also feature here.</p>
</div>
<div id="col2">
<h1>Is It Free?</h1>
<p>..Yes! You won’t be asked for any money on this website, or any details.</p>
<p>The only time we will ask for anything, it will simply be your email address so that you can get your hands on some absolutely free music downloads, hot advice, and exclusive news straight from talented new music artists by <a href="http://reachingmorepeople.co.uk/absolutely-free-music-downloads/">becoming a RMP VIP</a> (yes, that’s free too).
</p>
</div>

<div id="col3">
<h1>Who Is RMP For?</h1>
<p>RMP is a place for anybody who wants to get closer to the world of new music and media talent.</p>
<p>Looking for the most original sounds from new indie music pop to punk rock, or a new music artist to listen to?</p>
<p>Ever looked in the mirror and said "I want to be famous", and need some advice on getting heard and seen? This is the place for you.</p>

</div>

<div class="divider"></div>

<div id="left">
<div class="post">
<h2>Featured Artist/Song/Interview</h2>
<img class="alignright" src="<?php bloginfo('template_url'); ?>/images/paperocket.jpg" width="185" height="199" alt="Paper Rocket" />
<p>dummy text paragraphs</p>
</div>


</div>
<?php endwhile; ?>
<?php else : ?>
<h2 class="center">Not Found</h2>
<p class="center">Sorry, but you are looking for something that isn't here.</p>
<?php endif; ?>
</div>
<?php get_sidebar(); ?>
<?php get_footer(); ?>

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