If you’ve ever wanted to translate a WordPress theme like GOMAX or a plugin like Themeasy into your preferred language, the Loco Translate plugin makes it easy. This tutorial will guide you step-by-step on how to use Loco Translate to localize your website without any coding knowledge.
Step-by-Step Guide to Using Loco Translate
1. Install and Activate Loco Translate
- Go to your WordPress dashboard.
- Navigate to Plugins > Add New.
- Search for “Loco Translate” in the search bar.
- Click Install Now and then Activate.
2. Access Loco Translate
- After activation, a new menu item called Loco Translate will appear in your WordPress dashboard.
- Click on Loco Translate to access the plugin’s settings and features.
3. Select the Theme or Plugin to Translate
- Navigate to Loco Translate > Themes to translate a theme like GOMAX.
- Navigate to Loco Translate > Plugins to translate a plugin like Themeasy.
- Select the theme or plugin you want to translate from the list.
4. Create a New Language
- On the selected theme or plugin page, click New Language.
- Choose your desired language from the dropdown menu (e.g., Spanish, French, German).
- Select a location to save the translation files:
- Author: Recommended if you don’t plan to update the theme or plugin frequently.
- System: Best for maintaining translations during updates (preferred for GOMAX and Themeasy).
- Custom: If you want to control file locations manually.
- Click Start Translating.
5. Translate Strings
- You’ll see a list of translatable strings from the theme or plugin.
- Use the search bar to find specific strings quickly.
- Click on a string to edit it. Enter the translation in the text box provided.
- For example, to translate “Add to Cart” to Spanish, enter “Añadir al Carrito.”
- Save your changes regularly by clicking the Save button.
6. Test Your Translations
- Visit the pages or features you translated to ensure the translations appear correctly.
- Clear your site’s cache if the translations don’t show up immediately.
Additional Tips for GOMAX and Themeasy Users
Translating GOMAX Theme
- The GOMAX theme ensures all strings are translatable and organized. Use Loco Translate to customize key pages like Cart, Checkout, and My Account.
- Pay attention to the placeholder text and buttons, as they often enhance user experience when translated accurately.
Translating Themeasy Plugin
- Themeasy widgets, such as sliders and text animations, come with translatable labels and settings.
- Ensure all user-facing strings, like “Start Animation” or “Button Text,” are localized to maintain consistency.
Keeping Translations During Updates
- Loco Translate saves translations as .po and .mo files. To prevent losing your translations during updates:
- Avoid saving translations directly in the theme or plugin folders.
- Use the System or Custom location options.
Final Thoughts
Loco Translate is a must-have tool for anyone looking to provide a localized experience for their WordPress website. With its intuitive interface, translating themes like GOMAX and plugins like Themeasy becomes straightforward, even for beginners.
Start translating today and make your website accessible to a global audience!