What is WordPress Hook: site_status_tests
The site_status_tests hook is a specific hook in WordPress that allows developers to run custom tests to check the status of a site.
Understanding the Hook: site_status_tests
The site_status_tests hook is located within the WordPress process that checks the status of a site. It can be used to add custom tests to the default site status checks.
Hook Parameters (if applicable): site_status_tests
The site_status_tests hook accepts parameters that allow developers to pass specific information to the custom tests. These parameters can include site URLs, database connection details, and other relevant data for the tests.
Hook Doesn’t Work: site_status_tests
If the site_status_tests hook doesn’t work, it could be due to incorrect parameters being passed, conflicts with other hooks or plugins, or errors in the custom tests themselves. To troubleshoot, developers should double-check the parameters, deactivate other plugins to check for conflicts, and review the custom tests for any errors.
Best Practices & Usage Notes (if applicable): site_status_tests
When using the site_status_tests hook, it’s important to ensure that the custom tests are efficient and do not slow down the site status checks. Developers should also consider the impact of the custom tests on site performance and only include necessary checks to avoid unnecessary overhead.
site_status_tests Usage Example: site_status_tests
“`php
function custom_site_status_tests( $tests ) {
// Add custom site status tests
$tests[‘custom_test’] = array(
‘label’ => __( ‘Custom Test’, ‘text-domain’ ),
‘test’ => function() {
// Custom test logic
},
);
return $tests;
}
add_filter( ‘site_status_tests’, ‘custom_site_status_tests’ );
“`