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.
- Prepare Your Plugin for Localization:
- Use functions like
__()
andesc_html__()
to mark strings for translation. Example:
- Use functions like
- Create a POT File:
- Generate a Portable Object Template (POT) file using tools like Poedit. This file contains all translatable strings from your plugin.
- Translate Strings:
- Create PO and MO files for each language. Use Poedit or similar tools to translate strings and generate these files.
- Load Text Domain:
- Ensure your plugin loads the text domain for translations. Add this to your plugin’s main file:
- 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.