Lokalize

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A CLOSER LOOK

What is Lokalize?

Lokalize is a computer-assisted translation application from KDE for software localization and related documents. It combines catalog editing and reusable translation information with workflows that fit open-source development projects.

Translation catalog editing

Translation memory

OpenDocument workflow

Localization project tools

Is it a good fit?

Best suited to

Translators working with KDE-style localization

Before you choose

Localization formats require some familiarity. OpenDocument conversion uses additional tooling.

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Know what you're signing up for.

Lokalize is available as free, open-source software. You supply the hardware, storage and any separately licensed content required for the workflow.

Local application; hardware, storage and any external content are supplied separately.

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The useful parts. The trade-offs.

Why consider it

Project tools connect translation work with software localization.

Translation memory supports consistency across related strings.

What to keep in mind

Localization formats require some familiarity

OpenDocument conversion uses additional tooling

How to use it well

Set up the localization project and load existing translation memories before editing new strings. Review context and plural forms carefully, especially for short interface labels.

Test the resulting catalog or document in its destination application so layout and terminology problems are caught beyond the editor. Yes. The official page describes using Translate Toolkit internally to move ODT text through XLIFF. No. It is also described as a general computer-assisted translation system.

A few things you might be wondering.

Is Lokalize free?

Lokalize is available as free, open-source software. You supply the hardware, storage and any separately licensed content required for the workflow.

Can Lokalize translate OpenDocument files?

Yes. The official page describes using Translate Toolkit internally to move ODT text through XLIFF.

Is it restricted to KDE software?

No. It is also described as a general computer-assisted translation system.

Where can I check the latest prices?

Use the provider link on this page. Billing period, location, team size, promotions, taxes, and optional extras may affect the amount you pay.

How should I compare this tool with alternatives?

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