{"id":4430,"date":"2024-11-21T22:10:40","date_gmt":"2024-11-21T16:40:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.huntbee.com\/resources\/docs\/bulktranslate-pro\/about-the-extension\/"},"modified":"2024-11-22T13:37:05","modified_gmt":"2024-11-22T08:07:05","slug":"about-the-extension","status":"publish","type":"docs","link":"https:\/\/www.huntbee.com\/resources\/docs\/bulktranslate-pro\/about-the-extension\/","title":{"rendered":"About the Extension"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BulkTranslate PRO<\/strong> is a powerful tool developed specifically for OpenCart multi-language stores. This extension simplifies the translation process by using the Google Translate API to bulk-translate empty fields for product descriptions, attributes, categories, and information pages. It ensures that fields are only translated when left empty and supports both manual and automated (cron-based) operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Functionalities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Multi-Language Translation<\/strong>: Automatically translates empty fields for products, categories, and information pages based on the configured main language.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Google Translate Integration<\/strong>: Requires a Google Translate API key for accurate and reliable translations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Field Control<\/strong>: Admins can enable or disable specific fields for translation directly from the settings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Manual and Cron-Based Translation<\/strong>: Generate translations manually or set up automated translations via cron jobs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Selective Clearing<\/strong>: Clear specific fields for products, categories, or information items to allow fresh translations.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Supported Fields<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>By default, the extension handles:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Products<\/strong>: Name, description, meta title, meta description, meta keyword, product tags, and product attributes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Categories<\/strong>: Name, description, meta title, meta description, meta keyword.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Information<\/strong>: Title, description, meta title, meta description, meta keyword.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have the <strong>SEO On-Page Tags Generator<\/strong> extension installed, additional fields such as H1, H2, image alt, and image title are supported for products and categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Configuration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Setup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Navigate to the <strong>Settings Tab<\/strong> in the BulkTranslate PRO extension.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Configure the <strong>main language<\/strong>. This is the base language from which all translations will be generated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enter your <strong>Google Translate API Key<\/strong> in the designated field.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable or disable fields for translation as needed.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manual Translation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to the relevant tab (Products, Categories, or Information).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Generate<\/strong> to start the translation process for empty fields.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Automated Translation (Cron)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Set up a cron job to run the translation process automatically.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Specify the number of items to process per batch or cron run in the settings.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tabs Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Products, Categories, and Information Tabs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lists all items, regardless of their enabled or disabled status.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Displays counts of total items and items available for translation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Includes AJAX-powered search functionality for quick filtering by ID, name, or model.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Selective Clear Tabs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Three dedicated tabs for selective clearing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Selective Clear &#8211; Products<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Selective Clear &#8211; Categories<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Selective Clear &#8211; Information<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Usage<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Select specific items to clear data for (excluding the main language).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the <strong>Clear<\/strong> button to remove data and prepare the fields for fresh translations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Work Logs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tracks all generated translations, providing a log of completed tasks for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advanced Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Disable Mandatory Fields<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The extension disables mandatory requirements for multi-language fields (e.g., title, meta title) in product, category, and information forms. Admins can now save forms without filling these fields for other languages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reference Meta Title Column<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Displays meta title data from another language for quick reference.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps identify incomplete or incorrect translations without cluttering the list view.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Streamlined Workflow<\/strong>: Automates translation tasks, saving time and effort for multi-language store owners.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flexibility<\/strong>: Selective clearing and field enable\/disable options provide granular control.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Improved Accuracy<\/strong>: Ensures that only empty fields are translated, avoiding overwriting existing content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enhanced SEO<\/strong>: Works seamlessly with the SEO On-Page Tags Generator extension to boost metadata optimization.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recommendations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Backup<\/strong>: Always create a database backup before using the clearing or bulk operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>API Key Management<\/strong>: Ensure your Google Translate API key is active and properly configured.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What happens if a field is already filled?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The extension skips translation for fields that are not empty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Can I translate additional fields added by other extensions?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, if you have the SEO On-Page Tags Generator installed, additional fields like H1, H2, image alt, and image title are automatically supported.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How does the selective clear feature work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Admins can choose specific items (products, categories, or information) to clear fields for, except the main language. 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