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Planning multilingual website content

A multilingual site needs an editorial process as well as a language switch.

Planning multilingual website content for Midrand

Choose the real requirement

Identify which audiences need another language and which pages they need to complete a task. A partial translation can be useful if its boundaries are clear. Do not imply that every service or support channel is available in a language without confirming it.

Prepare approved translations

Use a reviewer who understands both the language and the subject. Keep product names, contact details and commercial conditions consistent. Automatic translation can assist a workflow, but important business information should be checked before publication.

Design for text differences

Translated headings and buttons may be longer than the original. Review navigation, forms and mobile layouts with the actual text. Make language choices easy to understand and preserve the visitor’s page context where practical.

Maintain both versions

Record which pages need updating when source information changes. A translated page with outdated details can create confusion even if the original is correct. Include translation ownership and review in the maintenance plan from the beginning.

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