Definition: The sidebar.tpl file is used in WordPress to display sidebars, which are sections within a page that provide additional content or context. Sidebar.tpl defines various pages and templates in WordPress, allowing users to customize their site's look and feel without affecting other parts of their theme. It includes common features like title bar, header area, footer area, sidebar, navigation bars, etc. A sidebar.tpl file is usually located in the "public_html" directory under the "theme_name" folder. This means it's a custom template file used to display specific content or sections within a WordPress site.