Fix jQuery Not Defined

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If you're encountering a "jQuery not defined" error while using the Sage theme (version 10) with WordPress 6.6.2, it’s likely due to how jQuery is being enqueued or loaded in your theme. Sage 10 uses a modern JavaScript setup with ES6, and it doesn't automatically include jQuery like traditional WordPress themes. Here's how to resolve this issue:

### Steps to Fix "jQuery Not Defined" Error:

1. **Ensure jQuery is Loaded**: First, make sure that jQuery is enqueued in your WordPress theme. You can do this by adding the following code to your `functions.php` file:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
        wp_enqueue_script('jquery');
    });

2. **Check Your JavaScript Files**: If you're using custom JavaScript files, make sure they are being loaded after jQuery. In your `resources/scripts/app.js` or any specific script file, ensure you use the following structure:

jQuery(document).ready(function($) {
        // Your jQuery code here
    });

This way, you're ensuring that `$` refers to jQuery properly.

3. **Check for Dependency Handling**: When registering your custom scripts, ensure jQuery is set as a dependency:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
        wp_enqueue_script('your-script-handle', get_theme_file_uri('/path/to/your/script.js'), ['jquery'], null, true);
    });

4. **Verify Theme Configuration**: Make sure your theme is configured to load scripts correctly. Check `webpack.mix.js` or any build configuration files to confirm that your JavaScript files are being compiled and served.

5. **Clear Cache**: If you're using any caching plugins or server caching, make sure to clear the cache to see the changes.

6. **Debugging**: If the problem persists, open the browser's developer console (F12) and check for any other JavaScript errors that may be affecting the loading of your scripts.

### Additional Considerations:

– **Compatibility**: Ensure that your plugins and other theme components are compatible with WordPress 6.6.2 and Sage 10.
– **Development Mode**: If you're still in development, you might want to disable caching and optimization plugins that could affect script loading.

Following these steps should help you resolve the "jQuery not defined" error in your WordPress site using the Sage 10 theme. If you continue to face issues, please share any specific error messages or your JavaScript code for more detailed assistance!

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