Behavior change in WPML

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

Problem:
The client is concerned about the missing backup disk for translation parts in the interface after updating to WPML version 4.8.1.
Solution:
If you're experiencing the disappearance of the backup disk for translation parts after updating to version 4.8.1, this is expected behavior. We have designed a new auto-save feature that allows you to translate more efficiently by moving directly to the next segment without needing a backup disk.

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Last updated by markM-15 2 weeks, 5 days ago.

Assisted by: Marcel.

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September 12, 2025 at 1:41 pm #17397826
markM-15	Background of the issue: We no longer have the backup disk for the translation parts in the interface. Is this normal? Symptoms: Since updating to version 4.8.1, the backup disk for translation parts is no longer visible in the interface. Questions: Is it normal for the backup disk for translation parts to be missing after updating to version 4.8.1?
September 12, 2025 at 2:04 pm #17398010
Marcel Supporter Languages: English (English ) Spanish (Español ) German (Deutsch ) Timezone: Europe/Madrid (GMT+02:00)	Hi, before your ticket is assigned to one of my colleagues, please allow me to walk you through some initial debugging steps. This will help speed up the support process. Do you mean the saving icon in the WPML editor window? Best Regards, Marcel
September 12, 2025 at 3:16 pm #17398297
markM-15	Yes (see screenshot). The save is now automatic, I just wanted to know if this was normal.
September 12, 2025 at 5:17 pm #17398470
Bigul	Hello, Thank you for the updates. Please take a look at the attached images. I hope you are referring to the icons from the previous version of the Advanced Translation Editor. If so, please note that these have been updated in the latest version, and this is the expected result. Please review it and let us know your feedback. -- Thanks! Bigul
September 12, 2025 at 6:06 pm #17398547
markM-15	Thanks. Have nice day
September 12, 2025 at 6:22 pm #17398557
markM-15	my version is without icons see capture. With mention on the top "All changes saved"
September 15, 2025 at 3:29 am #17400590
Bigul	Hello, Thank you for the updates. I have shared the details with our developers and am waiting for their feedback. We will get back to you as soon as possible. Please wait. -- Thanks! Bigul
September 15, 2025 at 2:33 pm #17402911
Marcel Supporter Languages: English (English ) Spanish (Español ) German (Deutsch ) Timezone: Europe/Madrid (GMT+02:00)	Hi, This is expected behavior. Our UI/UX team designed the new auto-save feature so you can translate more efficiently by moving straight to the next segment. Best regards, Marcel
September 15, 2025 at 4:57 pm #17403548
markM-15	Thanks