How to translate strings using LOCO Translate

This guide will help you translate strings from the WooCommerce Extra Fee Plugin using the Loco Translate plugin.

What is Loco Translate?

Loco Translate is a free and widely used WordPress plugin that allows you to translate theme and plugin strings directly from the WordPress dashboard.

Why use Loco Translate?

• Built-in translation editor
• No technical knowledge required
• Supports direct translation of plugin files

Steps to translate extra fee strings

Step 1: Install and Activate Loco Translate

1. Go to your WordPress Dashboard → Plugins → Add New
2. Search for Loco Translate

3. Click Install Now and then Activate

   

Step 2: Set Up Language (if not already added)

1. Go to Loco Translate → Plugins
2. Search for WooCommerce Extra Fee
3. Click on it and then click New Language
4. Select your target language
5. Choose System as the file location

6. Click Start Translating

   

Step 3: Translating Strings

Example 1: "Optional Fee (s)" (from the optional fees section)

1. Go to Loco Translate → Plugins → WooCommerce Extra Fee
2. Select language
3. Click Edit
4. Search for the string Service Fee
5. Enter your translated text

6. Click Save

   

Example 2: "Optional Fee Section Title"

1. Repeat the above steps

2. Search and Translate Optional Fee Section Title

   

Notes

• Always select the System location while saving.
• Translations will show based on the active site language.

FQAs

1. Do I need coding knowledge to use Loco Translate?

No. Loco Translate works directly from the WordPress dashboard and does not require any coding skills.

2. Can I translate both plugins and themes using Loco Translate?

Yes. Loco Translate supports translations for WordPress plugins and themes, including WooCommerce extensions.

3. Why should I select “System” as the file location?

Saving translations in the System location ensures your translations are not overwritten during plugin or theme updates.

4. When will my translations appear on the website?

Translations will appear immediately once saved, as long as the site language matches the translated language.

5. Can I edit or update translations later?

Yes. You can edit or update translations anytime by reopening the language file in Loco Translate.

6. Will Loco Translate slow down my website?

No. Loco Translate has no noticeable impact on website performance.

7. Does Loco Translate support multiple languages?

Yes. You can create and manage translations for multiple languages within the same site.