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

Problem:
The client reported that images were not displaying in the media library for secondary languages using WPML.
Solution:
1. We recommended checking the Media Translation settings in WPML:
* Navigate to WPML → Settings and ensure the option Automatically detect best options for translating image texts is turned on.
2. We advised sending content with media for translation:
* Go to WPML → Translation Dashboard, select the posts or pages with the images, and send them for translation to include media texts like alt text, captions, and descriptions.
3. If these steps do not resolve the issue, we suggested further troubleshooting to check if media attachments are linked and synchronized across all language versions and to inspect for any plugin or theme conflicts.
4. We also provided a link to a known issue that might be relevant: https://wpml.org/errata/template-is-not-applied-to-translated-page/

If the solution provided does not resolve your issue or seems outdated, we recommend opening a new support ticket. Additionally, please check related known issues at https://wpml.org/known-issues/, verify the version of the permanent fix, and confirm that you have installed the latest versions of themes and plugins. For further assistance, please visit our support forum at WPML Support Forum.

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Last updated by Bobby 2 months, 2 weeks ago.

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February 11, 2026 at 3:21 pm

iliasK-9

images not show in media in other languages

February 11, 2026 at 6:00 pm #17814035

Bobby
WPML Supporter since 04/2015

Languages: English (English )

Timezone: America/Los_Angeles (GMT-07:00)

Hi George,

Please review the open errata we have and apply the workaround listed here:
https://wpml.org/errata/template-is-not-applied-to-translated-page/

Let me know your results once applied, it should resolve the issue.

February 12, 2026 at 6:50 am #17814736

iliasK-9

I do it this at first
Switch to the secondary language using the top admin bar, then go to Appearance > Editor, locate the translated template, and delete it.

the template deleted in all languages, not working

February 12, 2026 at 9:02 am #17815549

iliasK-9

not working

February 13, 2026 at 7:34 pm #17821657

Bobby
WPML Supporter since 04/2015

Languages: English (English )

Timezone: America/Los_Angeles (GMT-07:00)

Hi there,

were you able to resolve the issue or still having trouble?

I can see the ticket is closed but the last thing shared was that it is not working.