Simple Google Translate

A lightweight WordPress plugin that adds Google Translate functionality to any WordPress site.

Description

Simple Google Translate provides an easy way to make your WordPress website multilingual using Google Translate. It adds a customizable floating translate button that allows visitors to translate your content into their preferred language.

Features

• Floating translate window with customizable position
• Customizable appearance (colors, fonts, sizes)
• Select which languages to offer for translation
• Option to hide Google Translate top bar
• Shortcode support [google_translate] for custom placement
• Responsive design that works on all devices
• Clean uninstallation that removes all plugin data

Installation

1. Upload the simple-google-translate folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
3. Go to Settings > Google Translate to configure the plugin

Configuration

General Settings

• Languages: Select which languages you want to offer for translation
• Hide Top Bar: Option to hide the Google Translate top bar

Floating Window Settings

• Enable/Disable: Toggle the floating translate window
• Position: Choose where the window appears (top-left, top-right, bottom-left, bottom-right)
• Margin: Set the distance from the window edges
• Colors: Customize background and text colors
• Typography: Set font sizes and line heights
• Custom Text: Change the "Translate Website" text

Styling Options

• Background color
• Text color
• Border radius
• Padding
• Font size
• Line height
• Select box styling

Usage

Automatic Floating Window

The plugin automatically adds a floating translate window to your website. You can customize its appearance and position in the plugin settings.

Shortcode

You can also place the translate element anywhere using the shortcode:

[google_translate]

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this plugin work with any theme?

Yes, the plugin is designed to work with any properly coded WordPress theme.

Can I change the position of the translate button?

Yes, you can choose from four positions: top-left, top-right, bottom-left, or bottom-right.

Can I style the translate button?

Yes, you can customize colors, sizes, fonts, and more through the plugin settings.

Will this slow down my website?

The plugin is lightweight and only loads the necessary Google Translate scripts when needed.

Support

For support questions, bug reports, or feature requests, please contact us

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a Pull Request.

License

This plugin is licensed under the GPL v2 or later.