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Learn how to change the application language in Laravel Backpack by managing session locales. Discover how to modify middleware for an effective and reusable solution.
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Changing the Session Locale in Laravel Backpack

If you’re a Laravel Backpack user and have encountered issues with setting the application language, you’re not alone. Many users have faced challenges when trying to maintain a specific language preference through session locales. Specifically, once you configure a language, it often defaults back to English when accessing admin routes via backpack_url. This can be frustrating, especially if you need a seamless multilingual experience.

Understanding the Problem

The issue typically arises due to how language settings are applied in Laravel's middleware. Middleware is a way for developers to filter HTTP requests entering your application. If your language-setting middleware does not get applied to admin routes, that could be the root of the problem.

Let’s look at some solutions to manage your session locale effectively with Laravel Backpack.

Solutions to Set Session Locale

To resolve this issue, you have a couple of options, either by adding custom middleware or modifying existing middleware. Below is a breakdown of both approaches.

Option A: Add Custom Middleware

This method involves creating a new middleware specifically for setting the locale. Here’s how you can do it:

Create Custom Middleware:

You can create a new middleware called SetLocaleAccordingToX.

To create a middleware, run the following command in the terminal:

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Define Logic:

In the handle method of the new middleware, you would define the logic for setting the locale based on the session language.

Register Middleware:

Open your config/backpack/base.php file.

Under the key middleware_class, add your newly created middleware:

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This method allows you to manage language settings centrally, and it's cleaner as it can be reused across both admin and front-facing pages.

Option B: Modify Existing Middleware

If you'd rather not create new middleware, you can modify currently existing middleware, such as:

Locate the Middleware:

Open CheckIfAdmin located in App\Http\Middleware\CheckIfAdmin.

Set the Locale:

Add logic in the middleware’s handle method to read the user’s session locale and set it.

This approach is practical but can get a bit cluttered since CheckIfAdmin has other responsibilities, which might affect code maintainability in the long run.

Which Option Should You Choose?

Option A (Creating Custom Middleware) is widely preferred due to its cleaner implementation and better reusability.

Option B (Modifying Existing Middleware) may work quickly, but could introduce complexity in your code, especially if the middleware grows more complex in the future.

Conclusion

Changing the session locale in Laravel Backpack can be managed effectively through middleware. By either creating a custom middleware or modifying existing ones, you can ensure that your application maintains consistent language settings across all routes.

Whichever approach you choose, ensuring that the desired language persists will create a better user experience. Happy coding!