Internationalization and Localization Sensitive Apps
Internationalization and Localization Sensitive Apps Internationalization and localization are key for reaching users worldwide. Internationalization (i18n) prepares an app to show many languages and cultures. Localization (L10n) adapts content for a specific locale. In apps that handle money, dates, or names, small choices matter. If you skip i18n, users may see garbled text, wrong formats, or awkward layouts. The goal is a clear, respectful experience in every market. Plan early. Separate text from code, store strings in resource files, and use locale-aware libraries. Avoid hard coded strings. Use placeholders like {name} and provide translators with context. Decide a default language and how users switch languages later. Consider bidirectional text and text direction when needed to keep layouts stable as translations grow. ...