programlocalization

noun

UK /ˈprəʊ.ɡræm ˌləʊ.kəl.aɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

US /ˈproʊ.ɡræm ˌloʊ.kəl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Changing a computer program so people in other countries can use it in their own language.

The team finished the programlocalization so the game now speaks Spanish and Japanese.

SYNONYMS

software localization app translation language adaptation localization

RELATED WORDS

translation internationalization language pack user interface

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Adjusting a program's dates, money, and number formats to match a country's customs.

Programlocalization changed the date format from month-day to day-month for UK users.

3. Making a program's pictures and symbols respectful of local culture.

Programlocalization swapped the picture of a pig for a different icon in one region.

4. Preparing a program's menus and help text in a local language.

Programlocalization gave the settings menu French labels.