[Resolved] Formidable Forms validation errors not translating
This thread is resolved. Here is a description of the problem and solution.
Problem: You are trying to translate the Formidable Forms plugin validation messages but encounter an issue where the messages do not translate as expected, displaying the default English text instead. Solution: We recommend the following steps to address this issue: 1. Edit the form. 2. Click on each field and navigate to the "verification message" tab. 3. Replace the [field_name] placeholder with the actual field's name. 4. Retranslate the form from Settings -> Translate Form. 5. Ensure the message displays and can be translated, then save your changes. This workaround has been tested and confirmed to work with WPML and Formidable Forms.
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Background of the issue:
I am trying to translate the Formidable Forms plugin validation messages. The issue can be seen on this page: hidden link.
Symptoms:
I expected to see text such as 'First Name cannot be blank.' translated according to the translations set in 'Forms > Settings > Translate Form'. Instead, I got the English default text at all times.
Questions:
Why are the Formidable Forms validation messages not translating?
How can I ensure the validation messages are translated as expected?
You can translate the Formidable form messages/errors in WPML -> Strings Translation.
1. Go to WPML → String Translation and use the In domain drop-down menu to select the formidable domain.
2. Click on the plus icon next to the message strings to add your translations.
Please read our guide about working with the Formidable plugin.
If not done yet, please update WPML and Strings Translation to their latest versions and see if it helps to fix the problem. We have recently released WPML 4.6.14 and Strings Translation 3.2.15. If you don't see the updates to our plugins, please click the "Check for updated button on your site here.
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I can see the problem with the translations of the Formidable validation errors. I checked a few things but still could not find a fix for this problem. I'll keep checking this issue and consult our second-tier supporters, and I will get back to you when I have news.
I'm sorry for the late reply. I just wanted to tell you that this issue has been escalated to our compatibility team. They will check it, and when I have news regarding this issue, I'll update you here.
