Opencart 3.0.x – How to Add New Language

How to Add New Language in OpenCart: #

1.1. Accessing Language Settings in OpenCart Admin: #

• Log in to your OpenCart Admin Dashboard.
• Navigate to System > Localisation > Languages.

1.2. Adding a New Language: #

• Click the Add New button.
• Fill in the required information:

Language Name: The name of the language (e.g., Spanish).

Code: The language code (e.g., es).

Locale: The locale code (e.g., en_US.UTF-8).

Image: Upload a flag or symbol representing the language.

Directory: The language directory name (e.g., spanish).

Filename: The main language file (e.g., spanish.php).

Status: Enable the language.

Sort Order: Set the display order for the language.

Configuring Language Options: #

• Scroll down to configure additional options:

Stores: Select the stores where the language will be available.

Status: Enable or disable the language.

Code: The two-letter language code.

Image: Upload an image representing the language.

Directory: The language directory name.

Filename: The main language file.

• Save the changes.

Conclusion: #

Adding a new language in OpenCart 3.0.x is a crucial step to making your store accessible to a broader audience. Ensure that you provide accurate translations and regularly update language files to enhance the user experience for international customers.