[wp-trac] [WordPress Trac] #42100: File editor warning copy / UI tweaks

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#42100: File editor warning copy / UI tweaks
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 Reporter:  helen           |       Owner:
     Type:  task (blessed)  |      Status:  new
 Priority:  normal          |   Milestone:  4.9
Component:  Themes          |     Version:
 Severity:  normal          |  Resolution:
 Keywords:                  |     Focuses:  ui
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Comment (by nic.bertino):

 Two really quick run-throughs and some things to think about. Plugin
 editor has potentially more severe consequences, so I thought that might
 be important to stress in the copy.

 Also, I would consider changing the action items for theme editing,
 exposing the CSS editor as a call-to-action instead of an inline link; it
 would serve to guide the user to the "safer" alternative while still
 allowing easy access to direct editing for those that want it. I
 understand this is a dismissible modal, but it may promote discovery of
 the CSS editor in a more effective way.
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 == Plugin Editor ==
 Heads up!
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 You are editing a plugin directly in the WordPress dashboard. Making
 direct edits to plugins can cause unexpected behavior or errors with your
 theme or other plugins and '''is not recommended'''. Adding, editing, or
 removing code can leave you unable to log back in to undo changes.

 If you absolutely have to edit this plugin, create a copy with a new name
 and hang on to the original version. You will be able to enable the
 working version if you encounter any issues.

 [I understand]

 == Theme editor ==
 Heads up!
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 You are editing your theme directly in the WordPress Dashboard. Editing
 this code directly is dangerous, and can leave you unable to log back in
 to WordPress and undo changes. Using the CSS Editor is recommended.

 If you decide to go ahead with direct edits anyway, make sure to back up
 your site’s files before making changes so you can restore a functional
 version if something goes wrong.

 [Open CSS Editor] [Continue Editing]

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