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Rafael Peralta Jr
Rafael Peralta Jr
21,879 Points
Posted by Rafael Peralta Jr
Rafael Peralta Jr
21,879 Points

Server Error is a blank screen

Is it ok to get a server error displaying a blank page with no indication of the error?

2 Answers

Hugo Paz
Hugo Paz
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Hugo Paz
Hugo Paz
15,622 Points

Hi, it would be easier if you could show us your code. What probably happened is the infamous white screen of death which can have multiple causes.

A good way to spot the problem is to check your server log. Another way is to comment parts of your code to determine where the error is originating. Usually its due to a include file. Since include files are loaded first, if there are error in them, youll get a blank page.

Rafael Peralta Jr
Rafael Peralta Jr
21,879 Points
Rafael Peralta Jr
Rafael Peralta Jr
21,879 Points

Hey thanks for the quick response, I managed to get it fixed.