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Edit Translations

Learn how to edit and manage translations in Wordiy.

Accessing the Translation Editor​

Open a Translation​

  1. Navigate to your Project
  2. Go to the Translations tab
  3. Select a language from the sidebar
  4. Click on any translation string to open the editor

Translation View​

The translations view shows:

  • Source language (original string) on the left
  • Target language (translation) on the right
  • Comments for context and notes
  • History tracking all changes
  • Status (pending, approved, rejected)

Translation Editor Interface​

Main Editing Panel​

The editor includes:

  • Translation Input Field — Where you type the translation
  • Character Counter — Shows current/maximum characters (if limit is set)
  • Placeholder Indicators — Visual markers for dynamic content
  • AI Suggestions — Machine translation suggestions
  • Translation Memory — Similar translations from past projects

Editor Modes​

Visual Mode (Default)​

  • Displays placeholders as highlighted boxes
  • Easy to click and insert placeholders
  • Best for most translators
  • Shows formatted text as it appears

Code Mode​

  • Shows raw text with placeholder syntax
  • Useful for complex formatting
  • Allows direct text manipulation
  • Good for advanced editors

Toggle between modes: Click the "Code/Visual" button in the editor

Working with Placeholders​

Placeholder Types​

Variable Placeholders

Hello {name}!
  • Replaced with dynamic content
  • Common in user names, dates, numbers

ICU Placeholders

{count, plural, one {# item} other {# items}}
  • Handle pluralization rules
  • Support conditional logic

Inserting Placeholders​

In Visual Mode:

  1. Click where you want the placeholder
  2. Click the placeholder from the suggestions
  3. It's automatically inserted

In Code Mode:

  1. Type the placeholder syntax directly
  2. Example: {variable_name}
  3. Save to validate

Viewing Missing Placeholders​

If a placeholder is missing:

  1. Look for the red warning indicator
  2. Click on the missing placeholder
  3. Choose to insert it or continue

Plural Translations​

When a string has plural forms, each form appears in a separate field:

One item: "1 item"
Other items: "{count} items"

Each field shows:

  • Example number — How many items (1, 5, etc.)
  • Plural form — The grammatical form
  • Translation field — Where you type

Tips for plural translations:

  • Use consistent variable names
  • Keep structure similar across forms
  • Test with example numbers

Character Limits​

Some strings have character limits (e.g., UI buttons, short labels):

Translation: "Save"
Limit: 10 characters
Current: 4/10 ✓

When Over Limit​

  • The counter turns red
  • A warning appears
  • You can still save with confirmation
  • But it may break the UI layout

Best practices:

  • Keep translations within limits when possible
  • Use shorter synonyms
  • Abbreviate when appropriate

Comments & Context​

Viewing Comments​

Comments provide context from developers:

  • Purpose — Why this string exists
  • Context — Where it appears in the app
  • Examples — How the string is used

Leaving Comments​

  1. Click "Comments" panel
  2. Type your question or note
  3. Click "Post"
  4. Others can reply to your comment

Good comments:

  • Ask for clarification
  • Point out translation issues
  • Suggest improvements
  • Report context problems

Translation Status​

Each translation can have a status:

StatusMeaningWho Can Set
PendingWaiting to be reviewedTranslator
ApprovedVerified correctReviewer
RejectedNeeds changesReviewer
In ProgressCurrently being worked onTranslator

Submitting for Review​

  1. Complete your translation
  2. Click "Submit for Review"
  3. Choose reviewers (optional)
  4. Add a message
  5. Submit

Translation Memory​

Translation Memory (TM) shows similar translations:

  • From this project — Previous translations
  • From other projects — Team's historical translations
  • AI suggestions — Machine translations

Using TM Suggestions​

  1. Review suggestions in the panel
  2. Click to use a suggestion
  3. Edit if needed
  4. Save

Tip: Consistent use of TM ensures terminology consistency.

Keyboard Shortcuts​

ShortcutAction
TabMove to next translation
Shift + TabMove to previous translation
Ctrl/Cmd + SSave translation
Ctrl/Cmd + EnterSubmit for review
EscapeClose editor

Saving & Submitting​

Save Draft​

  • Saves your translation locally
  • Not yet visible to reviewers
  • You can come back and edit

Click "Save"

Submit for Review​

  • Marks translation as complete
  • Reviewers can approve/reject
  • Shows as "Pending Review"

Click "Submit for Review"

Approve (Reviewers Only)​

  • Confirms translation is correct
  • Marks as "Approved"
  • Ready for export

Click "Approve"

Reject (Reviewers Only)​

  • Sends back for changes
  • Includes feedback message
  • Translator can revise

Click "Reject" + add message

Best Practices​

Before Translating​

  • Read comments and context
  • Check translation memory
  • Review similar strings
  • Understand the terminology

While Translating​

  • Keep tone consistent
  • Maintain proper length
  • Preserve formatting
  • Use placeholders correctly

After Translating​

  • Proofread carefully
  • Check placeholders
  • Verify character limits
  • Submit for review

Common Issues​

Placeholder Won't Insert​

  • Check placeholder name is correct
  • Ensure you're in visual mode
  • Verify the string supports placeholders

Character Limit Exceeded​

  • Use shorter synonyms
  • Abbreviate where appropriate
  • Check if space is optional

Can't Save Translation​

  • Check if field is required
  • Verify no HTML/forbidden characters
  • Ensure placeholders are valid

Translation Not Appearing​

  • Confirm it's marked "Approved"
  • Check language is selected in export
  • Verify file format

Next Steps​