How do I collect static files in Django?

How do I collect static files in Django?

To collect static files in Django, you can use the command python manage.py collectstatic. This command gathers all static files from your apps and places them in the directory specified by the STATIC_ROOT setting.

What if I want to customize the static files collection?

You can customize the collection by modifying the STATICFILES_DIRS setting in your settings.py file to include additional directories.

Can I exclude certain files from being collected?

Yes, you can exclude files by using the --ignore option with the collectstatic command, specifying patterns for files you want to ignore.

Is there a way to test the static files before deploying?

You can run your Django application in development mode to test static files. Use python manage.py runserver and check if they load correctly.