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How can I enqueue scripts properly in a custom theme?

Asked on Nov 10, 2025

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Enqueuing scripts in a custom WordPress theme is essential for properly loading JavaScript files without conflicts. This is done using the `wp_enqueue_script` function within the theme's `functions.php` file.

<!-- BEGIN COPY / PASTE -->
    function my_theme_enqueue_scripts() {
        wp_enqueue_script('custom-script', get_template_directory_uri() . '/js/custom-script.js', array('jquery'), null, true);
    }
    add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', 'my_theme_enqueue_scripts');
    <!-- END COPY / PASTE -->

Additional Comment:

Use `wp_enqueue_script` to add JavaScript files to your theme.
Specify dependencies in the third parameter (e.g., `array('jquery')`).
Set the last parameter to `true` to load the script in the footer.
Always use `wp_enqueue_scripts` action to hook your function.

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