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title: "How to Use WPML for Translating The Plus Addons for Elementor Pages?"
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# How to Use WPML for Translating The Plus Addons for Elementor Pages?

## Key Takeaways

- The Plus Addons for Elementor plugin is fully compatible with WPML for translating content.
- WPML Multilingual CMS and WPML String Translation are required plugins for translation setup.
- Users can choose to translate content automatically or manually using WPML's translation controls.
- The Plus Addons for Elementor strings can be translated using the WPML string translation feature.

Are you looking to translate your Elementor page created with The Plus Addons for Elementor plugin? The Plus Addons for Elementor plugin (free and pro) is fully compatible with the WPML, so you can easily translate your content to any language.

Let’s see how you can translate your The Plus Addons for Elementor content with WPML.

## Required Plugins

- [Elementor](https://wordpress.org/plugins/elementor/)

- [The Plus Addons for Elementor](https://wordpress.org/plugins/the-plus-addons-for-elementor-page-builder/)

- [WPML Multilingual CMS](https://wpml.org/)

- WPML String Translation

> *Note: The Plus Addons for Elementor Pro is also fully compatible with the WPML.*

## Setup WPML

Once the WPML Multilingual CMS and WPML String Translation plugins are installed and activated, go to the WPML setup page.

On the first screen, you’ll see the default language is automatically selected in the **Default language** field.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-setup-1.png)

In the **Translation languages** field, you have to add the translation languages, i.e. the languages you want your content to translate. You can add multiple languages.

Once done, click on the **Continue** button.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-setup-2.png)

On the next screen, you have to select the URL format. Once done, click on the **Continue** button.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-setup-3.png)

Next, you have to add the key in the **Site key** field and then click on the **Continue** button.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-setup-4.png)

Then you have to select the translation mode, you can translate everything automatically using the WPML [automatic translate](https://wpml.org/documentation/automatic-translation/) feature or you can manually translate using the WPML translation editor.

Let’s select **Translate What You Choose**.

> *Note: For automatic translation, you’ll need credits.*

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-setup-5.png)

Then, you have to select who can do the translation, select the appropriate options.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-setup-6-1.png)

Then select the appropriate support type and click on the **Continue** button.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-setup-7.png)

On the next screen, it will suggest some helpful plugins, you can install them or skip the step.

On the next screen, click on the **Finish** button to complete the setup. 

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-setup-8.png)

## Manage WPML Settings

If you want to customize any WPML translation settings, go to **WPML** > **Settings**. From here you can customize the settings as per your requirements.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-settings-1-1024x518.png)

## Translate The Plus Addons for Elementor Content using Translation Management

For instance, we have created a simple services page using the Info Box widget from The Plus Addons for Elementor.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/the-plus-addons-for-elementor-content-demo.png)

1. Once the page is ready, go to **WPML** > **Translation Management**.

2. Then go to the respective post type tab. For instance, we have created a page, so we'll go to the Pages tab. Then go to your page and tick the checkbox beside it.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-translation-management.gif)

3. After that, scroll down to the "**Content selected for translation**" section to see the estimated word count and number of pages to be translated.

4. Then, from the **Translation controls **section, you have to select how you want to translate the content from the **All languages** dropdown. Here you'll find the following options -

- **Translate automatically** - To automatically translate the content.

- **Translate myself** - To translate the content manually.

- **Assign a translator** - To assign a user for translation.

- **Assign translation service** - To assign the translation to a translation service, for this you have to activate the translation service first.

- **Duplicate** -

- **Do nothing** - It will do nothing.

### Translate Automatically

1. From the **Translation controls **section, select **Translate automatically** from the **All languages** dropdown.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-auto-translate.png)

You can also select this option for individual languages as well.

2. Then select the appropriate review and publish process and click on the **Translate** button.

Now the page will be automatically translated into your set languages, and you can easily switch between the languages from the browser.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/the-plus-addons-for-elementor-translated-content-demo.gif)

### Translate Manually

1. From the **Translation controls **section, select **Translate myself** from the **All languages** dropdown.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-manual-translate.png)

You can also select this option for individual languages as well.

2. Then click on the **Translate** button.

3. Once the page is ready for translation, a popup will open, then click on the Ok button.

4. After that, go to **WPML** > **Translations**.

5. Then, locate the page that you want to translate and click on the **Translate** button.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-manual-translate-2-1024x417.png)

6. It will take you to the WPML translation editor, where you’ll find all the text of the page and you have to manually add the translation for each text.

7. To add translation to any specific text click on the **+** icon and add the translated text then click on the **Save** button.

8. Once all the texts are translated, click on the **Complete Translation** button to complete the translation.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-translation-editor.gif)

Depending on the amount of content, it might take some time to save the translation.

Once the translation is saved, you can easily view the translated content in the browser.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/the-plus-addons-for-elementor-translated-content-demo.gif)

> *Note: Depending on your website settings, you might not see the language switcher at the bottom of your website.* 

## Translate The Plus Addons for Elementor Plugin Strings With WPML String Translation

If you want, you can also translate The Plus Addons for Elementor plugin (free and pro) strings with the WPML string translation feature.

To do so, from the Dashboard, go to **WPML** > **Theme and plugins localization**.

On that page, scroll down to the **Strings in plugin** section and select The Plus Addons for Elementor and The Plus Addons for Elementor - Pro, then click on the **Scan selected plugins for strings** button.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-plugin-string-translation.gif)

Then a popup will open and wait for the scan to complete.

Once done, go to **WPML** > **String Translation**, then click on the **+** icon beside a string and add the translated string for that specific language.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/wpml-string-translation-1.gif)

So this is how easily you can translate content created with The Plus Addons for Elementor plugin and its strings.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What should I do if WPML isn't translating my content?**
A: If WPML isn't translating your content, ensure that both the WPML Multilingual CMS and WPML String Translation plugins are installed and activated. After that, check the WPML setup to confirm that you've added the desired translation languages and selected the correct translation mode. If you're using automatic translation, remember that you need credits for this feature.

**Q: Can I use WPML to translate The Plus Addons for Elementor content?**
A: Yes, WPML is fully compatible with The Plus Addons for Elementor, allowing you to translate your content into multiple languages. This compatibility means you can easily manage translations for your Elementor pages created with The Plus Addons for Elementor plugin.

**Q: What is the best way to manually translate content using WPML?**
A: To manually translate content with WPML, select 'Translate myself' in the Translation controls section. After clicking the Translate button, you will access the WPML translation editor, where you can add translations for each text segment. This method allows for precise control over the translated content, ensuring accuracy and context.

**Q: Are there any limitations when using automatic translation with WPML?**
A: When using automatic translation with WPML, a common limitation is the need for credits. If you don't have sufficient credits, automatic translation won't work. Additionally, while automatic translation can save time, it may not capture nuances in language, so review translations for accuracy.

**Q: How do I translate plugin strings for The Plus Addons for Elementor using WPML?**
A: To translate plugin strings for The Plus Addons for Elementor, navigate to WPML > Theme and plugins localization. Select The Plus Addons for Elementor and click on the 'Scan selected plugins for strings' button. After scanning, go to WPML > String Translation to add your translations for specific strings.

**Q: What happens if I skip setting up translation languages in WPML?**
A: If you skip setting up translation languages in WPML, your content won't be available in the desired languages, limiting your audience reach. Properly configuring the translation languages during setup is crucial for ensuring that your content is accessible to users in different languages.