🔍 WordPress Theme Requirements Check
⚠️ This is a basic check only. Read our full disclaimer about validation limitations.
Extracted Files
✓ File Marker Formats That Work
// FILE: functions.php
// ========================================
// FILE: header.php
// ========================================
/* FILE: style.css */
# FILE: readme.txt
// ========================================
// FILE: header.php
// ========================================
/* FILE: style.css */
# FILE: readme.txt
The tool recognizes various comment styles. Just ensure "FILE:" is followed by the filename.
📖 How to Use This Tool
1
Generate Your WordPress Theme with AI
Ask your preferred AI (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, etc.) to create a WordPress theme. Make sure to request that each file is marked with
// FILE: filename.php at the beginning.
Example prompt: "Create a WordPress theme with all files marked using // FILE: filename.ext"
2
Copy the Complete Output
Select and copy ALL the code that the AI generates, including all file markers and their contents. Don't worry about formatting - the tool will handle it.
3
Paste Into the Text Area
Paste the entire AI output into the large text area above. You can also click "Load Example" to see how properly formatted code should look.
4
Extract Your Files
Click the "Extract Files" button. The tool will automatically identify all files and separate them based on the file markers.
5
Preview and Download
Click on any file card to preview its contents. Download individual files or click "Download All as ZIP" to get your complete WordPress theme ready for installation.
💡 Pro Tip: For nested folders, use paths like
// FILE: inc/custom-functions.php or // FILE: assets/css/main.css. The ZIP will maintain your folder structure!
💡 Pro Tips
- Large themes: If you have 20+ files, consider extracting in batches
- Nested folders: Use paths like
// FILE: inc/custom-functions.php - Validation: Always check that style.css includes the Theme Name header
- Testing: Extract locally first before deploying to production
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Click to expand)
Q: Why aren't my files extracting?
A: Ensure each file starts with
A: Ensure each file starts with
// FILE: filename.ext on its own line. The tool needs this exact pattern to identify file boundaries.
Q: Can I extract files with directory structure?
A: Yes! Use paths like
A: Yes! Use paths like
// FILE: assets/css/style.css and the ZIP will maintain the folder structure.
Q: What's the maximum file size?
A: The input textarea accepts up to 5MB of text, which typically handles 50-100 theme files easily.
A: The input textarea accepts up to 5MB of text, which typically handles 50-100 theme files easily.
Q: Which AI works best for WordPress themes?
A: Claude and ChatGPT both excel at WordPress development. Claude's Artifacts feature is particularly good for multi-file outputs.
A: Claude and ChatGPT both excel at WordPress development. Claude's Artifacts feature is particularly good for multi-file outputs.
Q: Do I need all WordPress required files?
A: At minimum, you need style.css (with theme header), index.php, and functions.php for a valid theme.
A: At minimum, you need style.css (with theme header), index.php, and functions.php for a valid theme.
📋 WordPress Theme Requirements
Minimum Required Files:
- style.css - Must include theme header with Theme Name
- index.php - Main template file
- functions.php - Theme functions and setup
Recommended Files:
- header.php, footer.php, sidebar.php
- single.php, page.php, archive.php
- 404.php, search.php, comments.php
- screenshot.png (1200×900px)