Poedit

Poedit is a handy software tool that makes it easy for anyone to translate text between languages, edit documents, and validate translations. Whether you're a pro or just starting out, Poedit has got your back!

Simple Installation and User-Friendly Interface

Once you finish the quick installation process, you'll notice how clean and simple the user interface is. It features a menu bar, some shortcut buttons, and panels that let you view source text, translations, and notes all in one place.

No Experience Needed!

The cool thing about Poedit is that it's super easy to use. You don’t need to have any tech skills to get started. Anyone can jump in and start translating right away!

Importing and Exporting Files

This software lets you import PO and POT files easily. Plus, when you're done with your work, you can export your translations as either PO or HTML files. You can even customize it by entering your name, project title, email address, changing the UI language, or setting default rules for plural forms.

Side-by-Side View for Easy Editing

The main window displays the source text alongside your translation which makes editing a breeze! There are also input boxes where you can enter or edit text along with notes for other translators. Need to clear a translation? No problem! You can copy from the source or flag translations as fuzzy—all very straightforward.

Advanced Features for Translators

You can update from a POT file or fill in missing translations using TM (translation memory). Plus, Poedit allows you to set bookmarks to keep track of items you're working on. You can display quotes, entry IDs, notes for translators—everything is organized nicely!

Efficient Performance

When it comes to editing gettext catalogs efficiently, Poedit shines! It has lots of helpful content built-in and runs smoothly without hogging your computer's resources.