LangShop Changelog

Introduced a new pricing model in the app with 3 new subscription plans.

Integrated o1 (OpenAI) with GPT-4.5-preview models for improved translation performance.

Added support for the new version of Shopify Markets.

Fixed an issue where DeepL translations failed sometimes.

Resolved an issue where Collection Metafield was not saved in the default language.

Fixed an issue with translation display.

Resolved an issue where translations disappeared when navigating to the next page.

Fixed text overflow issue in the Storefront Elements section, ensuring proper display.

Resolved an issue where translation for a specific market could not be selected.

LangShop has updated its DeepL integration to use POST requests Instead of GET for  /translate requests and send API keys in the Authorization header.

Resolved a problem where translations failed to launch from the Storefront Elements section.

Fixed an issue where the suggestions modal would not open.

Users can now export Product Type fields, providing more flexibility when managing product data.

Exclusion rules now apply universally when launching translations, ensuring they are enforced on all pages.

Migrated from the /products REST endpoint to GraphQL for enhanced functionality
Fixed an issue preventing translation tasks from being launched.

Technical improvements to enhance the application’s loading speed.

LangShop introduced the ability to create specific rules in Settings > Exclusion Rules to exclude content types from translation.

Fixed issue where OpenAI Key was marked as invalid.
Corrected restriction preventing requests for translation when the "unavailable" language becomes available.

Upgraded to Shopify's Polaris v12, featuring a refined design with improved padding and a cleaner, more streamlined user interface.

Updated content for information blocks on the dashboard.

Fixed a issue where not all product variants were being displayed within the product.

Now LangShop supports DeepL Glossary for better translation quality. 

Fixed the issue with a certain translation item in Store components that couldn't be saved.

Integrated the GPT-4o Mini Translation Model for enhanced translation capabilities.

Resolved the design issue on the translation page for improved user experience.

Added functionality to export exact metafields, ensuring precise data management and integration with external systems.

Enhanced the logic for the default translation engine choice in the app. This ensures a consistent and logical selection process, improving overall user experience.

Fixed an issue where the translation notification was displayed even when translations were not running. The notification system now accurately reflects the translation status.

Enhanced the initial user experience for a smoother introduction to the platform.

Integrated new tracking events to provide deeper insights and improved analytics.

Fixed design issues with the new onboarding page for a more polished and user-friendly interface.

Added LTO after the pricing page.

Fixed issue where the checkbox is not displayed on the Metafield section when only one metafield is present.

Resolved problem with translations not being saved in the History tab.

Refactoring of product variants

Integration with OpenAI (ChatGPT)

Updated API version and removed outdated methods and properties.
Optimized app performance through single entity edits.
Redesigned product options and variants for improved usability.
Added export/import functionality for option values with agency translation support.
Enabled the launch of translations for metafields directly from the product page.

Added 'Metaobjects' field to 'Translate your store' option (possibility to translate this field in a bulk from the Dashboard).
Fixed Colour picker on the switcher page

Export/import of Glossary rules was added for Standard, Advanced and Enterprise plans.
Translated 'Next files' phrase for German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese locales.

The information about support of the Arabic language by DeepL is now displayed in the app.

We added the possibility to choose the translation engine while translating the whole store or adding a new language.

Redesign of the pricing page within the app.

The functionality to translate product types directly in the app was added. These translations will appear on the storefront for use in filters.

The app has been translated to Italian.
We optimized app speed.
Minor performance improvements are made.

The resource grids have been refactored.

It's now possible to edit metafields that remain connected to the product after deleting a product variant.

Metaobjects translation is now available on LangShop. Explore more details here.

Bulk translations will now be processed significantly faster, enhancing efficiency and reducing waiting times for users.

Implemented several updates to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: 

• Grammar Fixes for improved clarity.
• Added "Definitions" Section to enhance understanding.
• Updated Data Retention Info to reflect service changes.
• Refreshed Links and Contact Details for seamless access.
• Text Improvements for better readability.

Resolved issues related to coupon codes, ensuring they are applied correctly and functioning as intended.

Optimized performance for policies and email templates for better navigation and improved efficiency.

Enhanced performance and efficiency for blogs and blog posts grids, ensuring a faster and smoother user experience.

Optimized entities grids (products, collections, blog posts) for increased speed and more convenient component reuse, resulting in a smoother and more efficient user experience.

Limited product translations in dev mode to 50 pieces.

LangShop now seamlessly incorporates the latest version of the Shopify API (2024-01) into its production environment.

Explore the details of the 2024-01 API version here.

LangShop is now available in the German language, offering users the convenience of navigating and using the app in German.

LangShop is now available in Spanish, providing users with a more inclusive and localized experience.

Following extensive research conducted by the LangShop team, adjustments have been made to the number of days in the free trial. The goal is to enhance user experience and facilitate informed decision-making.

Find details here.

Refined the onboarding guide based on Shopify's best practices, ensuring a smoother and more intuitive user experience. Added essential links to the LangShop Help Center for quick access to valuable resources and assistance.

Introduced holiday popups with exclusive discounts, customized for various user segments, ensuring a festive shopping experience in accordance with Shopify guidance.

LangShop now supports French and Japanese languages, offering a broader multilingual experience.

LangShop has officially earned the "Built for Shopify" badge. This badge is a testament to our dedication to excellence, adhering to Shopify's highest standards for quality, design, and functionality.
Learn more about Built for Shopify status here.

Introducing a new "Process Progress" card on the dashboard for enhanced tracking and visibility.
Updated and improved empty state notifications on the dashboard. 
Made minor edits to tutorials for a more streamlined and helpful learning experience.

Improved alert designs to align with Shopify's UI guidelines.
Implemented changes in Dynamic Translation, Policies, and Notification Templates pages to meet Shopify UI requirements.

Moved error messages from the right column to inline for improved visibility and user experience.
Upgraded the switcher editor for a more intuitive and user-friendly interface.
Adjusted the position of progressive disclosure elements for better visibility and understanding.

Streamlined empty states across the app.
All settings areas are now clickable with extended options.
Improved font sizes for a consistent and visually appealing experience.
Added a "Translation started" toast for ongoing translation visibility.
Enhanced "Back" button behavior for smoother navigation.
Resolved issues on the Tutorials page for seamless learning.

Standardized frontend toast sizes for a unified visual experience.
Fixed mobile view issues for enhanced app performance.
Implemented various UI/UX and navigation improvements aligned with Shopify's guidelines.

Now, LangShop is able to translate filters. Find more details here.
With the new release, it's possible to export URL handles.

Now instead of modals for translation, import, export, etc., a separate subpage is displayed.
The notification system has been modified - now warnings and errors are displayed in the Notifications section (on Dashboard).
The app's layout has been redesigned.
The navigation improvements have been made.
Minor improvements have been implemented throughout the app.

Frontend changes on LangShop Dashboard and some other pages to follow Shopify guidelines.
Notifications are now located in the bottom of the page.
The Integrations page is temporarily hidden. Please, contact LangShop support if you need this page.
Switchers are now customized in full screen mode.

Tasks can be found in the Settings section now.
Switcher snippets have been removed.

The approach to localized theme functionality has been updated to align with Shopify's guidelines. Now, users will not have access to theme localization and translation of static text, tags and images accordingly. However, for users who have had at least one localized theme before August 8, 2023, the option to translate these elements remains available.
The Settings and Agency Translation pages have been redesigned.
To utilize switchers, auto detect, and dynamic text, enabling LangShop in App Embeds has become a critical step. Learn more
An alert will now be displayed to let you know that certain features are unavailable based on your current pricing plan.

The preview button has been removed for languages that are not a part of primary market.

The alert is displayed for currency switching, if currency formatting hasn't been configured.
Changed loading icon.

Now LangShop allows you to translate URL handles for products, collections, articles, blogs and pages. URL handle is a part of URL that is unique for an instance.

LangShop's navigation has been redesigned to align with Shopify's guidelines.

We have implemented minor changes in the interface of the onboarding language setup page.

Administrators now have the ability to identify outdated translations of products, collections, pages, blogs, and blog posts. If the item content has been edited but the translations haven't been updated, an "Outdated" translation status will be displayed. This helps ensure that all translated content stays current and aligned with any changes made to the original content.

Now, it's possible to specify formality when translating store content with the help of DeepL Translator.
Metafields section has been refactored to follow Shopify best practices.

Grids have been fine-tuned based on Shopify’s best practices.

Now, LangShop allows customizing translations of the same language for each market. For example, you can create British English variation for the UK market and American English variation for the US. Learn more

Dynamic text translation is no longer linked to the theme. In the LangShop Admin, it has been moved from the Themes section to a separate section in the Translation dropdown. Read more about dynamic text translation.
The Translate section is now removed from switchers.

List of single-line text fields is added to metafields list.

Translation of tags and images now is not available for not-localized themes.

Dashboard minor improvements implemented.

Significant optimizations to enhance the speed of LangShop app have been made.

LangShop now can scan all products, product variants and collections for translatable metafields and generate a list of these metafields. Learn more

Basic plan users can now create up to 5 glossary rules. For Standard plan users, the automatic translation of products and collections is available now. View pricing plans