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Updated
February 12, 2025

You can change the source language of strings in WPML via String Translation. 

If you’re using a theme or plugin that was developed in a language other than English, the source language of your strings will appear incorrect in String Translation.

To change the source language of individual strings: 

  1. Go to WPML String Translation.
  2. Select the strings you want to change source language for. 
  3. Click the Change the language of selected strings dropdown and choose your new source language.
Changing source language of strings
Choosing strings source language from German to English

To change the source language of all strings coming from a plugin or theme: 

  1. Go to WPML String Translation.
  2. Scroll down to Utilities and expand the Set the original language of themes and plugins section.
  3. Click Set the language of text-domains and choose a new language for your domain. 
Changing source language of strings by domain
Changing source language of strings by domain