Translating List Content in Jolt
Overview: This guide explains how to export lists from Jolt to a CSV file, add language translations, and then import the translated content back into Jolt. This allows you to view lists in different languages while using the Jolt app.
Requirements
App Language vs. List Content Languages:
The app language affects button labels and menus and is available in languages such as Czech, German, English, Spanish, and more.
List content refers to the item descriptions on the lists, which can be in any language and translated via CSV files.
Feature Availability:
This feature is available on the List Index page.
Exporting and importing lists for translation requires familiarity with spreadsheets and file formats.
Lists already displayed in the app will not pick up new translations until they are re-imported.
Steps to Translate List Content
Export Lists for Translation:
Log in to the Jolt Web Portal.
Navigate to Lists | Edit Lists.
Select the lists you want to translate by checking the corresponding boxes.
Click the More Options button in the top right corner and select Export.
A file will download to your browser’s Downloads folder.
Translate Lists in a Spreadsheet:
Open a spreadsheet program that supports CSV format on the same computer where you exported the lists.
Open or import the CSV file from your Downloads folder.
You will see the following columns:
Key: Jolt’s internal item key. Do not modify this column.
Description: For notes or context about the field. This will be saved when you import the translations.
Default Text: Contains the original list content for translation.
Language Columns: Add the ISO 639-1 two-character code for the target language in column D. Enter translations below this code.
Save the CSV file with the translations.
Import Translations to Jolt:
Return to the Jolt Web Portal.
Navigate to Lists | Edit Lists.
Click the More Options button and select Import Translation CSV.
Drag and drop or browse to select the translated CSV file you saved.
Click Save to open the Match Languages modal.
Ensure the correct language code appears. If not, select the language from the dropdown.
Click Import and then Done.
Viewing Translated Lists
App Language Preference:
To view the app and lists in a different language, set your language preference in your user profile. Upon re-login, the app and lists will display in the preferred language.
Switching Translations Without Changing App Language:
For lists with alternate translations, tap the More Options button in the app to select the desired language.
FAQ
Q: How do I export a list for translation?
A: Go to Lists | Edit Lists in the Jolt Web Portal, select the lists you want to translate, click More Options, and choose Export.
Q: What should I do if my list does not update with new translations?
A: Ensure the list is not already displayed in the app. Import the translated file again to update the list with new translations.
Q: How do I find the ISO language code for my translation?
A: Look up ISO 639-1 two-character language codes here.
Q: Can I see translations without changing the app language?
A: Yes, use the More Options button in the app for lists with alternate translations to view them in different languages.
Q: What if I make a mistake in the CSV file?
A: Re-export the list, correct the error in the spreadsheet, and re-import the updated CSV file.