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LearnDash References

Find quick answers in the LearnDash reference library. Learn to troubleshoot installation errors, manage user permissions, and use custom fields to enhance your student registration process.
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The LearnDash References section provides a comprehensive knowledge base for resolving common technical questions and optimizing your LMS configuration. While the core documentation covers setup and features, these reference articles address specific “how-to” scenarios and troubleshooting needs that arise during the lifecycle of an online school. By consulting these resources, you can find quick answers to technical hurdles, ensuring your platform remains stable and user-friendly for your students.

In this section, you will find guidance on a wide range of topics, from fixing server-related installation errors to customizing registration forms with Advanced Custom Fields (ACF). You can explore detailed explanations of LearnDash user roles, learn how to troubleshoot content display issues, and find workarounds for exporting specific course data. Whether you are looking for specific shortcodes to display payment buttons or need steps to resolve progress-tracking bugs, the reference library serves as an essential toolkit for any LearnDash administrator.

LearnDash References

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This collection acts as a technical FAQ and reference guide, providing solutions for installation errors, user role management, and custom content configurations.

  • Does LearnDash support Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI)?

    LearnDash does not include built-in support for Learning Tools Interoperability (LTI). However, several alternative approaches are available depending on the learning environment, integration requirements, and technical resources. Organizations using LearnDash alongside other learning platforms or external tools can still implement LTI-based or LTI-adjacent solutions through third-party integrations or custom development. Alternative Integration Options LearnDash Partner…

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  • What kind of media can be used in LearnDash courses?

    Since LearnDash runs on WordPress, any WordPress supported media can be used in your courses. This includes, but is not limited to: Images: jpg, jpeg, png, gif (svg requires a plugin) Documents: pdf, psd (Adobe Photoshop), all Microsoft Word, PowerPoint & Excel formats Audio: mp3, m4a, ogg, wav Video: mp4, m4v, mov, wmv (but we…

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  • Known Issues & Conflicts

    Randomized Questions on WPEngine Hosting You can find the Randomize Order feature under Display and Content Options > Custom Question Ordering (or display subset of questions). This feature does not work properly with the default WP Engine settings. The following is needed for it to work properly: Once this is enabled, the Custom Question Ordering…

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  • How To Get Help

    Support Process You may have some questions or run into an issue while using LearnDash. We are here to help. In these situations, you have two options: Perform Troubleshooting Basics In order to properly troubleshoot an issue, we need to rule out some of the most common causes for issues. Follow the instructions in the…

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  • Installation

    If you have not already, please take a moment to review the technical requirements before you continue with installation. The minimum server requirements should be met before you install and can run LearnDash. NOTE: You must enter a valid license key to receive support and updates. Install LearnDash Repeat these same steps for ProPanel if…

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  • Technical Requirements

    Before installing LearnDash, verify that your hosting environment is running the minimum recommended requirements: NOTE: Beginning May 2025, LearnDash LMS will support the current WordPress version and the two versions before it. When the policy takes effect, these versions will be 6.8, 6.7, and 6.6. Please ensure you are using WordPress version 6.6 or greater…

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  • Login and Registration

    LearnDash includes built-in login and registration tools that make it easy to manage student access to courses. These features allow the creation of custom registration pages, login flows, and password reset pages that integrate seamlessly with the site’s design. With a clear and consistent login experience, learners can sign up, log in, and start courses…

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  • Shortcodes and Blocks

    Shortcodes and blocks provide you with additional ways to insert LearnDash content into your courses, pages, posts and other custom post types. This article will list out every piece of dynamic LearnDash content you can add to your site, and explain how to do it with both a shortcode and a block. Creating a certificate?…

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