How to Replace a Translation String in XenForo via phpMyAdmin?

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Below is a short tutorial article you can post or share, explaining how to replace the text “doğrudan mesaj” with “özel mesaj” in the xf_phrase table of a XenForo database using phpMyAdmin. It includes the SQL code and step-by-step instructions.

How to Replace “doğrudan mesaj” with “özel mesaj” in XenForo (via phpMyAdmin)

In this guide, you’ll learn how to quickly change all instances of the phrase “doğrudan mesaj” to “özel mesaj” in XenForo’s xf_phrase table. This is useful for customizing translations or correcting text throughout your forum.

1. Back Up Your Database

Before making any changes to your database, always create a backup.

1. In phpMyAdmin, select your XenForo database from the left sidebar.

2. Click the Export tab at the top.

3. Choose Quick export and click Go to download the .sql file to your computer.

Tip: A backup is essential. If something goes wrong, you can restore your original data.

2. Navigate to the SQL Section

1. In phpMyAdmin, make sure you’re still in your XenForo database.

2. Click on the SQL tab at the top to open the query editor.

3. Run the Update Query

Copy and paste the following query into the query editor, then click Go:

UPDATE xf_phrase
SET phrase_text = REPLACE(phrase_text, 'doğrudan mesaj', 'özel mesaj')
WHERE phrase_text LIKE '%doğrudan mesaj%';

Here’s what it does:

• UPDATE xf_phrase: Targets the xf_phrase table where most XenForo phrases are stored.
• REPLACE(phrase_text, ‘doğrudan mesaj’, ‘özel mesaj’): Searches for “doğrudan mesaj” in the phrase_text column and replaces it with “özel mesaj.”
• WHERE phrase_text LIKE ‘%doğrudan mesaj%’: Ensures only rows that contain the old text are affected.

Note: This will update every occurrence of “doğrudan mesaj” in the phrase_text column, so be sure you want to change all instances.

4. Verify Your Changes

Once the query is successful, check your XenForo site:

1. Visit the area or phrases you expected to change.

2. Confirm that “özel mesaj” now appears in place of “doğrudan mesaj.”

If you don’t see changes immediately, you might need to:

• Download language file that you want to translate, delete it and reupload and activate it.
• Rebuild caches: In the Admin Control Panel, go to Tools → Rebuild Caches
• Clear browser cache or refresh your forum.

Conclusion

That’s it! By running a simple UPDATE query in phpMyAdmin, you can replace unwanted text in your XenForo phrases. Always remember to back up your database before making any direct changes, and if necessary, rebuild caches for the changes to appear immediately.

If you have any issues or questions, feel free to leave a comment or consult the XenForo community for additional support.