WPML String TranslationVersion 3.2.18

WPML String Translation

WPML String Translation allows you to translate strings, or text elements, that are not part of the regular WordPress content, such as theme and plugin strings, widget titles, navigation menus, and more. Here’s how you can use WPML String Translation to translate these strings:

1. Install and activate WPML: Begin by installing and activating WPML on your WordPress website. You can obtain the plugin from the official WordPress repository or upload it manually.
2. Enable String Translation: In the WPML settings, navigate to the “String Translation” section and enable the String Translation module. This module is responsible for managing the translation of strings outside of the regular WordPress content.
3. Scan for strings: Once String Translation is enabled, you can scan your website for translatable strings. Click on the “Scan the theme for strings” or “Scan the plugins for strings” button to initiate the scanning process. WPML will search for translatable strings in your active theme and installed plugins.
4. Translate strings: After the scanning process is complete, you can access the String Translation interface. Here, you’ll find a list of the identified strings that can be translated. Each string will have a language column where you can enter the translations for each language of your multilingual website.
5. String context: In some cases, strings may have additional context information to provide clarity for translators. WPML allows you to view and edit the context of each string to ensure accurate translations. This can help translators understand the intended meaning and context of the strings.
6. Manage translations: WPML String Translation provides an interface where you can manage the translations of strings. You can track the translation status, mark strings as translated or needing translation, and review and edit translations if needed.
7. String packages: WPML allows you to package sets of strings and send them for translation to professional translation services integrated with WPML. You can select the strings you want to translate, create a package, and send it to the translation service of your choice. This streamlines the translation process and ensures consistency.
8. Translate widget titles and menus: WPML String Translation also provides support for translating widget titles and navigation menus. In the WordPress admin area, you can access the Widgets and Menus sections and translate the respective strings using the String Translation interface.

By utilizing WPML String Translation, you can ensure that all strings on your website, including those from themes, plugins, widgets, and menus, are properly translated in a multilingual environment. This helps maintain a consistent and localized user experience across different language versions.Always refer to the official WPML documentation and support resources for