The wp-admin-css-colors-ectoplasm is a CSS file within the wp-admin directory of WordPress. This file is part of the WordPress Admin Interface's color schemes, specifically the "Ectoplasm" color scheme, which was introduced to offer users a unique visual experience when managing their WordPress sites.
The Ectoplasm color scheme was added to WordPress in version 3.8, released on December 12, 2013, as part of the WordPress 3.8 update, which featured a major overhaul of the admin interface's design. The color scheme was designed by Matt Mullenweg and the WordPress Design Team to provide a vibrant, visually distinct option for users. This update aimed to make the admin area more engaging and visually appealing by introducing a range of color schemes, including Ectoplasm, which uses a mix of green hues.
wp-admin/css/colors/wp-admin-css-colors-ectoplasm.css within the WordPress installation.
.wrap h2,
.wrap h2.nav-tab-wrapper {
color: #21759b;
}
a,
.button,
.submit input,
input[type=button],
input[type=submit] {
color: #0073aa;
}
#adminmenu .wp-submenu a:hover,
#adminmenu .wp-submenu a:focus {
background: #72aee6;
}
The design of the Ectoplasm color scheme takes into account: