How to Make SP Page Builder Speak Your Language

SP Page Builder is a revolutionary addition to the world of Joomla page building tools. It's not just a tool; it's a versatile companion, especially when it can communicate with you in your own language. If you're an SP Page Builder user, embracing its multilingual capabilities can elevate your user experience and make web development in Joomla a breeze. In this in-depth guide, we’ll walk you through the process of making SP Page Builder speak your language.

Introduction: The Multilingual World of SP Page Builder

SP Page Builder boasts a polyglot character. If it were a person, it would probably be the one at the party seamlessly conversing with guests from various parts of the world. But for SP Page Builder to speak your language, a small introduction (in the form of configuration) is required.

The comfort of operating in one's native language is unparalleled. It's like returning home after a long day. With SP Page Builder Pro, this comfort can be realized if users from your community have contributed to translating its strings. This essence of community collaboration is what makes this feature even more special.

Currently, SP Page Builder fluently communicates in 13 languages, which include:

• Bulgarian (Bulgaria)
• Czech (Czech Republic)
• Dutch (Netherlands)
• Finnish (Finland)
• French (France)
• German (Germany)
• Italian (Italy)
• Portuguese (Brazil)
• Portuguese (Portugal)
• Russian (Russia)
• Spanish (Spain)
• Thai (Thailand)
• Ukrainian (Ukraine)

With the preliminary understanding in place, let's embark on the journey of tapping into SP Page Builder's multilingual capabilities.

Setting the Stage: Installing your Native Language in Joomla Backend

Step 1: Begin by installing your preferred language in the Joomla website backend. Here’s how:

1. Access the Joomla Backend.
2. Navigate to Extensions > Language(s) > Installed.
3. On this screen, you’ll observe languages that are already installed. To add a new language, select “Install Languages”.
   
4. Search for the language you wish to install. For demonstration purposes, let's say you’re installing Spanish (es-ES). Input “Spanish” in the search bar.
   
5. Click “Install” to initiate the installation process.
6. Verify the successful installation by revisiting Extensions > Language(s) > Installed. The newly added language should be listed there.
   

Step 2: Now, it’s time to introduce this language to SP Page Builder:

1. Navigate to Joomla backend > SP Page Builder > Language.
2. Locate the language you've just added and click the "Install" option adjacent to it.
   

Step 3: Celebrate your efforts by experiencing SP Page Builder in your chosen language:

1. Login to the backend of your website.
2. Opt for your installed language (e.g., Español) while logging in.
   

Outcome:

You'll be greeted with the SP Page Builder user interface, which has now been translated into Spanish.

Advanced: Translating the Frontend Editor of SP Page Builder

To further elevate your experience, let's delve into translating the Frontend Editor UI of SP Page Builder:

Step 1: Start by activating the Language Filter plugin:

1. Navigate to Joomla backend > Extensions > Plugins.
2. Search for “Language Filter” and activate it.
   

Step 2: Set your chosen language as the Content Language:

1. Go to Joomla backend > Extensions > Language(s) > Content Languages.
2. Identify your language (e.g., “Spanish”) and activate it.
   

Step 3: Crown your language as the default:

1. Go to Joomla backend > Extensions > Language(s) > Installed.
2. Locate your language and click on the Star icon beside it to set it as default.
   

Upon completion, you can either logout and login again using your chosen language, or simply access any page in Frontend Editor mode to witness the SP Page Builder UI in your language. Remember, translations rely on community contributions, so only the strings translated by the community will be reflected.

Conclusion

Web development on Joomla with SP Page Builder Pro becomes an interesting experience when executed in one's native language. It's like sculpting art with tools that understand your very essence. With these configurations, your Joomla site development process will resonate with familiarity and warmth, akin to a heartfelt conversation in your mother tongue. Embrace your language, and here's to simplifying web development. Happy coding!

For enthusiasts looking to contribute or enrich their language translations, please follow this link.