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Problem:
The client is manually translating content and wants to ensure that links open in a new tab by default, which is not happening.
Solution:
We explained that when using the WPML translation editor, link settings are copied to all languages. However, since the client is translating manually, they need to enable the option for each link in the WordPress editor, as it is unchecked by default. We also suggested considering third-party plugins that can help achieve this functionality:

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Last updated by Mohamed Sayed 10 months, 4 weeks ago.

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March 5, 2024 at 2:25 pm #15374989

grainneK

Tell us what you are trying to do? When I manually translate to the Port side, I need to add links, and when I do, the default is to not open a new tab, but I would like to change this - is that possible? (see screenshot)

thanks!

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March 5, 2024 at 10:25 pm #15376657

Mohamed Sayed

Hi,
Thanks for contacting WPML support.

WPML will copy the link settings to all languages if the translation was created with the WPML translation editor.

Since you're creating the translation manually, you'll need to enable this option for each link because it's unchecked by default in the WordPress editor.

Perhaps you can also try a 3rd party plugin to achieve this:

- https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-external-links/
- https://wordpress.org/plugins/open-external-links-in-a-new-window/

Kind regards,
Mohamed