Automatic translation of the text (label) for ACF link fields.

This thread is resolved. Here is a description of the problem and solution.

Problem:
If you're experiencing issues with ACF link titles not being translated on your website, it might be because the ACF link fields are set to "Copy" by default. This setting ensures that internal linking works automatically but prevents the translation of the link text.
Solution:
We recommend setting the field group to "Expert" mode and changing the link field to "Translate". After making these changes, edit the link field on the original content, save the page or post, and then update the translation. This should allow the ACF link titles to be translated.

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Last updated by Ton 6 days, 21 hours ago.

Assisted by: Andreas W..

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March 25, 2025 at 8:46 am #16855306
Ton	Background of the issue: I am trying to use automatic translation on xemex.eu, and it works fine except for some ACF fields that were not translated. These fields are ACF Link fields. When I add an ACF link, I can add a custom title for my link (URL). The titles are not translated. Link to a page where the issue can be seen: hidden link Symptoms: The titles for the ACF link field are not translated. Questions: Is there a way to work around the issue of ACF link titles not being translated? Do you have a solution for translating ACF link field titles?
March 26, 2025 at 12:19 pm #16862705
Andreas W. Supporter Languages: English (English ) Spanish (Español ) German (Deutsch ) Timezone: America/Lima (GMT-05:00)	Hello, The current issue about the link fields is, that it is by default set to "Copy" which assures that internal linking will work automatically, but as the field is an object it will not allow the translation of the link text. You will need to set the field group to "Expert" mode and set the link field to "Translate". Then edit the link field on the original content, save the page or post, and then update the translation. Please give this a try an let me know if further assistance is needed. Best regards Andreas
April 3, 2025 at 11:34 am #16891711
Ton	We got this fixed, thank you. Maybe in an update you can differ from the Label and actual Link? Just an idea.