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Translation

Translation management allows you to create multilingual surveys by managing translations for all survey content. You can set up fallback languages, add multiple languages, use AI-powered translations, and manage your translation workflow efficiently.

Opening the translation dialog​

To access translation management options, open the translation dialog from your survey editor.

The translation dialog provides a comprehensive interface for managing all aspects of your survey's multilingual content.

Language configuration​

Fallback language​

Set up a fallback language that serves as the default when translations are missing or incomplete.

Fallback functionality

The fallback language ensures that your survey remains functional even when specific translations are missing, providing a seamless experience for respondents.

Adding languages​

Add additional languages to create multilingual survey versions:

  1. Click "Add Language" to open the language selection
  2. Choose from available language options
  3. Configure language-specific settings

AI-powered translations​

When you add a new language, you can leverage AI to automatically generate translations:

AI translation benefits
  • Quickly populate translations for all survey content
  • Consistent terminology across similar questions
  • Time-saving for large surveys
  • Professional quality starting point for manual refinement
AI translation review

Always review AI-generated translations for accuracy and cultural appropriateness before publishing your survey.

Translation management interface​

Translation overview​

Below the language configuration, you'll find a comprehensive view of all translations with two main columns:

Fallback language column​

Shows the original text in your fallback language as reference.

Current language column​

Displays the translation for the language you're currently editing.

Translation filters​

Use filters to efficiently manage your translation workflow:

All translations​

View all translation entries regardless of status.

Missing translations​

Show only entries that lack translations in the current language.

Workflow efficiency

The missing translations filter helps you focus on incomplete work and ensures no content is left untranslated.

Obsolete translations​

Display translations that may no longer be relevant due to source content changes.

Content synchronization

Obsolete translations indicate that the source content has changed and translations need updating to maintain accuracy.

Editing translations​

Inline editing​

You can edit translations directly within the translation management interface:

  1. Select the translation: Click on any translation entry in the current language column
  2. Edit: The text becomes editable, allowing you to modify the translation
  3. Save changes: Press Enter or click outside the field to save your changes

Translation validation​

The system provides real-time validation while editing:

  • Character limits: Warns if translations exceed recommended lengths
  • Required fields: Highlights missing required translations
  • Formatting preservation: Maintains HTML tags and special formatting

Context reference​

While editing, you can always reference the fallback language text to ensure translation accuracy and context preservation.

Context importance

Keep the fallback language column visible to maintain context and ensure your translations convey the intended meaning.

Import and export functionality​

Excel file integration​

Manage translations efficiently using Excel file import and export:

Export translations​

Download all translations as an Excel file for offline editing or collaboration.

Export benefits:

  • Work offline with translation teams
  • Use familiar spreadsheet tools
  • Bulk editing capabilities
  • Easy collaboration and review processes

Import translations​

Upload completed translations from an Excel file back into the system.

Translation workflow

The Excel import/export feature enables efficient collaboration with professional translators who prefer working in spreadsheet environments.

Language management​

Delete language​

Remove languages that are no longer needed:

Permanent action

Deleting a language removes all associated translations permanently. Ensure you have backups if needed.

Language switching​

Easily switch between languages to review and edit translations: