Automattic/_s

Inactive project – please visit https://themeshaper.com/block-themes/ to learn more about the future of WordPress themes with Block Themes.

[](https://travis-ci.org/Automattic/_s) Inactive project === Update: September 5, 2025 As we’re all-in now on Block Themes (since 2020 or so), we won’t be actively updating this _s starter theme (Underscores). This repo will be archived for reference only. To learn more about Block Themes, visit [Block Themes](https://themeshaper.com/block-themes/) and follow the resources listed there. _s === Hi. I'm a starter theme called `_s`, or `underscores`, if you like. I'm a theme meant for hacking so don't use me as a Parent Theme. Instead try turning me into the next, most awesome, WordPress theme out there. That's what I'm here for. My ultra-minimal CSS might make me look like theme tartare but that means less stuff to get in your way when you're designing your awesome theme. Here are some of the other more interesting things you'll find here: * A modern workflow with a pre-made command-line interface to turn your project into a more pleasant experience. * A just right amount of lean, well-commented, modern, HTML5 templates. * A custom header implementation in `inc/custom-header.php`. Just add the code snippet found in the comments of `inc/custom-header.php` to your `header.php` template. * Custom template tags in `inc/template-tags.php` that keep your templates clean and neat and prevent code duplication. * Some small tweaks in `inc/template-functions.php` that can improve your theming experience. * A script at `js/navigation.js` that makes your menu a toggled dropdown on small screens (like your phone), ready for CSS artistry. It's enqueued in `functions.php`. * 2 sample layouts in `sass/layouts/` made using CSS Grid for a sidebar on either side of your content. Just uncomment the layout of your choice in