Problem: The client wants to configure the WPML language switcher to appear as a simple icon in the header, similar to the design used by Weglot, with specific features such as a small flag icon with the language abbreviation, visible directly in the header, and a dropdown menu that appears on hover without requiring a click. Solution: We recommend using the manual mode for customizing the WPML language switcher. This mode allows for specific design adjustments that are not typically available through standard WPML settings. For detailed guidance on implementing manual mode, please refer to our documentation: Using Different Translation Editors for Different Pages.
If this solution does not fully address your needs, or if it seems outdated or not applicable to your case, we highly recommend checking related known issues at https://wpml.org/known-issues/, verifying the version of the permanent fix, and confirming that you have installed the latest versions of themes and plugins. Should you require further assistance, please do not hesitate to open a new support ticket at WPML support forum.
