WPML is a plugin that enables translation of pages, posts, themes, and plugins on WordPress sites. The latest WPML 4.7 update introduces enhancements to make content translation even simpler and more efficient.
1. Simplified Setup Wizard
- The updated setup wizard streamlines initial configuration, helping users quickly begin translating WordPress sites.
2. Enhanced Translation Management Dashboard
- The improved dashboard provides an organized, user-friendly layout for managing translations, making it easy to navigate between translated content, manage workflows, and maintain accuracy across languages.
3. Improved Advanced Translation Editor
- The enhanced translation editor includes tools for better translation accuracy, offering helpful suggestions and error-checking capabilities to make the process smoother.
4. Automatic String Registration
- WPML 4.7 now automatically registers essential strings for translation, eliminating the need to locate and add them manually. This feature saves time and ensures that all relevant strings are prepared for translation.
Additional Functionalities:
- Automatic Translation of Theme and Plugin Strings: Theme and plugin strings can be translated directly by visiting the specific page in any secondary language, improving workflow efficiency.
- Redesigned String Translation Page: The updated string translation page allows for easier access to manual translations, offering more control over translating specific strings as needed.
- Utilities Section for Advanced Tools: Advanced string functionalities are grouped within a “Utilities” section, simplifying access to tools essential for managing translations.
Translating Click to Chat Settings with WPML
WPML enables translation of settings for the Click to Chat plugin for each language. Follow these steps:
- Go to String Translation.
- Select “Click to Chat for WhatsApp” in the In Domain dropdown.
- Click the + symbol to add a translation.
- If “Click to Chat for WhatsApp” does not appear, save or update the plugin settings, then refresh the String Translation page.
This feature allows translation of key settings such as WhatsApp number, Prefilled message, Call to Action, and Group ID for each language.
WPML 4.7 is designed to make multilingual site management easier, delivering a streamlined and efficient experience for all users. Keep an eye out for the release!
