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Liquid Localization

Building a Localized Theme

Liquid localization enables multilingual Shopify themes with t filter.

Introduction to Liquid Localization

Liquid localization is a powerful feature in Shopify that allows developers to create multilingual themes using the t filter. This is particularly useful for stores targeting customers in different regions and languages. By leveraging the t filter, you can seamlessly translate theme content, enhancing the shopping experience for users worldwide.

Understanding the 't' Filter

The t filter in Liquid is used to translate strings within your Shopify theme. This filter references translation keys defined in the locale files located in your theme's locales directory. Locale files are in JSON format and contain key-value pairs that define the text translations for different languages.

Implementing Localization in Your Theme

To implement localization in your Shopify theme, start by adding locale files for each language you want to support in the locales folder. Each file should be named according to the language code (e.g., en.json for English, fr.json for French).

Next, use the t filter in your Liquid templates to render translated text based on the user's language preference.

Testing Your Localized Theme

Once you've set up your locale files and updated your Liquid templates, it's important to test the localization feature. Preview your theme in different languages from the Shopify admin to ensure all strings are correctly translated and displayed.

You can switch between languages by changing the language setting in your store's theme customization panel.

Best Practices for Liquid Localization

  • Keep Translations Consistent: Ensure that translations are accurate and consistent across all locale files.
  • Regularly Update Locale Files: As your store content evolves, regularly update your locale files to reflect any changes.
  • Leverage Shopify's Language Settings: Use Shopify's built-in language settings to enable easy language switching for your customers.

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