Language Translations in CommCare
CommCare: Speaks Your Language, Globally.
CommCare is designed to work seamlessly in multiple languages, making it an intuitive tool for diverse communities worldwide.
For CommCare HQ Users: You can easily switch the entire CommCare HQ website interface to a language other than English.
For Mobile App Users: Your mobile app can communicate with your target community in their specific language.
CommCare makes it easy to do both, adapting to your global needs!
How It Works
CommCare enables multilingual support in several powerful ways. You can easily configure translations for both CommCare HQ users and your Mobile App users. Here's how:
For CommCare HQ Web Users.
You can easily switch the language of the entire CommCare HQ website interface. This will change the language of all menus, buttons, and system messages, as shown in the video below.
To do this, simply follow these steps:
Click the Settings icon in the top right corner of the page and select My Account Settings.
In the "My Information" section, find the My Language option.
Choose your desired language from the dropdown menu.
Click Update My Information.
The CommCare HQ interface will immediately be translated into your chosen language.
For further details regarding the Account level translations, please refer to this document: Web Translations.
For Mobile App Users
Localizing your CommCare app involves translation the application content (your forms, surveys, case lists, and details), and the user interface instructions (things like the “start” or “sync” buttons, error messages, etc). Translating both of these involves a few key steps. Each step below links to a detailed guide to help you along the way:
Configuration: Configure your supported languages and default language within the Application Settings.Setting Up Translations for CommCare Mobile App
Choose Translation Method: Select the best way to manage your translations.
Bulk Translation for comprehensive applications (recommended for most projects).
Individual form editing for smaller projects or specific updates.
Translate Content: Enter your translations using your chosen method.
Configure Interface Elements: Add translations for the mobile app's user interface strings (e.g., "Next," "Save").
Optimize Deployment: Use Application Profiles to ensure device-specific language installations.
Test and Deploy: Always verify translations on mobile devices before publishing your application.
By following these steps, you can offer a fully localized experience for both your field staff and the users engaging with your CommCare app, making data collection and service delivery more efficient and inclusive.