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How to Fix SharePoint Page Content Missing in Edit Mode
Question details
Site administrators need to resolve an issue where published page content disappears when entering edit mode, which can cause permanent data loss if the page is saved.
- Product
- SharePoint
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- A site administrator attempts to edit a published SharePoint page but finds sections of the content missing from the editor.
- Observed behavior
- Only part of the published SharePoint page appears in edit mode. Saving the page in this state permanently removes the missing sections, even after refreshing or signing back in.
Before making any changes or discarding check-outs, verify that you have access to the page's version history and consider downloading copies of embedded documents from your SharePoint library to prevent accidental data loss.
Discard the Page Check-Out
Use this solution to forcefully unlock the page if it has been checked out or locked in edit mode by another user, which often causes content display issues.
When another user leaves a page without properly closing their session, SharePoint may keep it locked or checked out. This can result in partial rendering of web parts for other administrators entering edit mode. Discarding the check-out will revert the page to its last published state.
Open your SharePoint site, click on the gear icon (Settings) in the top right corner, and select 'Site contents'. From there, open the 'Site Pages' library.
Scroll through the list to find the page that is missing content. Look for a small arrow icon over the file type icon, which indicates that the page is currently checked out.
Click the ellipsis (three dots) next to the page name, select 'More', and then click 'Discard check-out'. Confirm your choice in the prompt.
Click on the page to open it, then select 'Edit' in the top right corner to verify that all content sections now appear correctly.
Restore from Version History
Use this method if the page was accidentally saved while missing content, allowing you to roll back to a complete, older version.
Manage Your Documents Effectively with WPS Office
While SharePoint is excellent for intranet site management, online document collaboration can sometimes encounter sync delays or locking issues. WPS Office offers a lightweight, highly compatible desktop alternative for editing your Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files smoothly and securely.
- 1. Download and Install: Visit the official WPS website to download the free installation package for your operating system.
- 2. Open Your Documents: Launch WPS Office and open your downloaded SharePoint documents directly to enjoy rich offline editing features.
- 3. Save and Upload: Save your changes locally in standard Microsoft formats, then upload the updated files back to your SharePoint document library.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my SharePoint page look different when I click Edit?
This usually occurs if another user has the page checked out, if there are organizational security policies blocking certain web parts, or if there is a browser caching issue preventing the full layout from loading.
Will I lose my content if I discard a check-out in SharePoint?
Discarding a check-out will delete any modifications made during that specific editing session. However, the last saved and published version of the page will remain intact.
How can I back up SharePoint pages before editing them?
You can protect your data by utilizing SharePoint's built-in Version History, downloading critical files from the document library, or using organizational backup tools via the SharePoint Management Shell.
What should I do if clearing my browser cache doesn't fix the missing edit mode content?
If browser troubleshooting fails, contact a site administrator to check for active check-outs in the Site Pages library or verify if specific web parts have been deprecated or restricted by new network policies.
