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Problem:
The client was experiencing issues with the WPML Media Translation plugin where images uploaded while editing in different languages were not being associated correctly with those languages.
Solution:
We clarified that when using the WPML plugin, any images uploaded while editing a page are automatically associated with the language currently being used. For instance, if you're editing the Spanish version of a page, any image uploaded during this session will initially be linked to Spanish. You can then translate this image into other languages as needed. Similarly, images uploaded while editing the English version will be associated with English. This feature helps WPML determine the original language of media files.

If you're experiencing this issue, we recommend checking that you are uploading images in the correct language context. If the problem persists, please replicate the issue on our staging site here: WPML Media Staging Site.

Please note that this solution might be outdated or not applicable to your specific case. We highly recommend checking related known issues at Known Issues, verifying the version of the permanent fix, and confirming that you have installed the latest versions of themes and plugins. If the issue continues, do not hesitate to open a new support ticket for further assistance here.

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Last updated by gustavoH 1 day, 22 hours ago.

Assisted by: Kor.

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March 27, 2025 at 3:18 pm #16869312

gustavoH

Not sure if my previous message sent...

I have another issue with the media translation plugin:

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March 28, 2025 at 2:51 pm #16873525

Kor
Supporter

Languages: English (English )

Timezone: Asia/Singapore (GMT+08:00)

Thank you for your response. I’d like to clarify that the WPML plugin assigns uploaded images to the language you're currently working in. For example, if you're editing the Spanish version of a page, any image you upload will be associated with Spanish first. You can then translate that image into English if needed.

Likewise, if you're working on the English version of the page, any uploaded image will be linked to English. This is how WPML determines the original language of media files.

April 3, 2025 at 1:27 pm #16892614

gustavoH

Thank you for that clarification. However, I've tried uploading images while editing in both languages and still the issue persists.

Here's a video of my steps. Perhaps you can identify where I'm making a mistake. Thanks.

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April 4, 2025 at 7:39 am #16895562

Kor
Supporter

Languages: English (English )

Timezone: Asia/Singapore (GMT+08:00)

Thanks for your reply. Could you replicate the issue on our staging site here hidden link ?

April 4, 2025 at 1:40 pm #16897801

gustavoH

It looks like the other step you took to resolve the other issue, solved this issue as well.

Here's the website working well now:

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Thank you!