Localization and translation ensure that your WordPress plugin can be used by a global audience. This guide explains how to localize and translate your plugin effectively.

  1. Prepare Your Plugin for Localization:
    • Use functions like __() and esc_html__() to mark strings for translation. Example:
  2. Create a POT File:
    • Generate a Portable Object Template (POT) file using tools like Poedit. This file contains all translatable strings from your plugin.
  3. Translate Strings:
    • Create PO and MO files for each language. Use Poedit or similar tools to translate strings and generate these files.
  4. Load Text Domain:
    • Ensure your plugin loads the text domain for translations. Add this to your plugin’s main file:
  5. Test Translations:
    • Switch your WordPress site’s language and verify that translations appear correctly in your plugin.

By following these steps, you can localize and translate your WordPress plugin to reach a wider audience and enhance user experience.