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Getting Started

Learn how to use XLIFF AI Translator in just a few minutes

Quick Start Guide

1

Sign Up

Click "Sign In" in the sidebar and authenticate with your Google account. No additional registration required.

2

Upload Your XLIFF File

Click "New Translation" in the sidebar, then drag and drop your XLIFF file or click to browse. We support XLIFF 1.2 and 2.0 formats.

3

Select Target Language

Choose the language you want to translate to from our supported language list. The source language is automatically detected.

4

Start Translation

Click "Translate" and wait for the AI to process your file. You can monitor progress in real-time.

5

Download Result

Once complete, review the translation and download your translated XLIFF file.

Understanding XLIFF Files

XLIFF (XML Localization Interchange File Format) is a standard format for exchanging localization data between tools. Here's what you need to know:

XLIFF Structure

  • • Source text: Original text to be translated
  • • Target text: Translated text (may be empty initially)
  • • Metadata: Context, notes, and formatting information
  • • Segments: Individual translatable units

Supported Formats

  • • XLIFF 1.2: Widely supported legacy format
  • • XLIFF 2.0: Modern format with enhanced features
  • • PO files: GNU gettext format
  • • JSON: Translation files in JSON format

Example XLIFF Structure

<xliff version="2.0">
<file source-language="en" target-language="es">
<unit id="1">
<segment>
<source>Hello world</source>
<target>Hola mundo</target>
</segment>
</unit>
</file>
</xliff>

Best Practices

File Preparation

  • Ensure your XLIFF file is well-formed and valid
  • Remove any existing target content if you want fresh translations
  • Include context notes for better translation quality
  • Keep file sizes under 10MB for optimal performance

Translation Quality

  • Review translations before using in production
  • Use consistent terminology across your project
  • Consider cultural context for region-specific translations
  • Test translations in your application context

Common Use Cases

Web Applications

Translate user interface strings and content for international users

Mobile Apps

Localize mobile applications for different markets and languages

Documentation

Translate technical documentation and user guides

Next Steps

Now that you understand the basics, here's what you can explore next:

Advanced Features

  • • Custom glossaries and terminology
  • • Batch translation workflows
  • • Translation memory and consistency
  • • Quality assurance tools

Integration Options

  • • REST API for automation
  • • Webhook notifications
  • • CI/CD pipeline integration
  • • Translation management systems
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