iOS Localization Guide

Welcome to the iOS localization documentation! This guide will help you localize your iOS app and make it accessible to users in different languages.

Step 1: Download the App

Begin by downloading the app from the Mac App Store.

Step 2: Select iOS Project

Once installed, open the app and select iOS project.

iOS Project

Step 3: Choose Your Project Type

You’ll need to select the appropriate project type:

  • Strings (for .strings files)
  • String Catalog (for .xcstrings files)

Step 4: Locate Your Localization Files

Select the folder containing your localization files (e.g., Localizable.strings or Localizable.xcstrings).

  • For String Catalog: String Catalog

  • For Strings: Strings

Note: Ensure you select the correct folder, which should contain *.lproj or Localizable.xcstrings files. The folder with these files will be highlighted, and you should see a green checkmark indicating it's correct.

Green Checkmark

Step 5: Language Setup

Now, configure your languages:

  • Select your base language.
  • Choose the languages you want to translate your app into. It will also select the language currently available in the app.

Language Setup

Step 6: Translate Strings

That's it! The app will save your project. You can start translating the strings by clicking the Sync Project button. If you want to translate a language that is still empty, simply click the Translate button.