Polylang and template files

1. What is Polylang?
2. Does Polylang work with Elementor?
3. What are WordPress template files?
4. How do I change the default language in Polylang?
5. How do you add a menu to Polylang?
6. How do I use Polylang in WordPress?
7. Is TranslatePress free?
8. Does TranslatePress work with Elementor?
9. Does Polylang work with WooCommerce?
10. How do I create a multi language plugin for WordPress?
11. How do I create a multi language website?

What is Polylang?

Polylang allows you to create a bilingual or multilingual WordPress site. You write posts, pages and create categories and post tags as usual, and then define the language for each of them. The translation of a post, whether it is in the default language or not, is optional.

Does Polylang work with Elementor?

All features of “Polylang Connect for Elementor” work with both, Polylang (free) AND Polylang Pro (Premium).

What are WordPress template files?

In WordPress theme development, a template defines part of a web page generated by a WordPress theme. Example: header. php is a default template used in most WordPress themes. ... Most WordPress themes have some default templates with code to generate HTML output for particular sections of a website.

How do I change the default language in Polylang?

You set the languages as follows:

1. Go to Settings > Languages.
2. Select your first language from the Choose a Language drop down menu. ...
3. Polylang fills the fields underneath Languages once you've selected the language.
4. Click Add New Language.
5. Select your next language from the Choose a Language drop down menu.

How do you add a menu to Polylang?

You have the possibility to add a language switcher anywhere in a menu. Just click on the “Languages switcher” checkbox and then “Add to menu”.

How do I use Polylang in WordPress?

If you're ready to become a globetrotter and launch a multilingual WordPress website, here are the steps you need to follow:

1. Install the Polylang plugin.
2. Add a new language to your website.
3. Manually translate your posts and pages.
4. Enable the Polylang language switcher widget.

Is TranslatePress free?

Free Version: You can get started with TranslatePress for free. Easy to Use: TranslatePress is easy to get started with and allows you to translate everything from the frontend, including WooCommerce products, page builder content, forms, etc.

Does TranslatePress work with Elementor?

TranslatePress Multilingual

TranslatePress is a freemium WordPress translation plugin that works with Elementor right out of the box – no need to mess with workarounds or compatibility settings. As you saw above, TranslatePress gives you a visual interface from which you can manage all of your translations.

Does Polylang work with WooCommerce?

Polylang for WooCommerce allows you to combine the power of two popular WordPress plugins to create a multilingual shop. ... It is also compatible with the CSV import and export tools available in WooCommerce since the version 3.1. The cart is synchronized across languages.

How do I create a multi language plugin for WordPress?

Just go to Appearance » Widgets and add the language switcher widget to your sidebar or another widget-ready area. You can choose a drop-down, or use language names with flags. Once you are done, click the save button to store your widget settings. You can now preview your site to see the language switcher in action.

How do I create a multi language website?

How to Build a Multi Language Site Using a Website Builder: 9 Steps

1. Choose the best website builder for you.
2. Sign up to the right plan for you.
3. Register a unique domain name.
4. Pick a template you love.
5. Customize your design.
6. Add and format (and translate) your site's content.
7. Make it multilingual!