You'll need an account on the platform we use to translate projects.
Do some translations of Framasoft's projects
Help translate some projects into other languages.
Step 1: Create your Contributor Account
Step 2: Choose the project you want to translate
Every project can be made up of several subprojects, also known as components in Weblate's terminology. Pick your favourite, or "Contribateliers" to translate this website.
Step 3: Understand what the project is about
In order to translate appropriately a project, it is better to understand what's it about.
Step 4: Review the eventual translation guidelines
Translator guidelines are often available to ensure consistency across languages and components. Take a moment to read this document if available.
Step 5: Choose the target language
Each component is translated in many languages. Pick a language your are fluent in.
Step 6: Configure your languages
Telling Weblate what languages you understand/translate will make it easier afterwards. You can also take a moment to edit your account profile and settings if needed.
Step 7: Click "Translate"
Click on the "translate" button in the last column of the languages table to start working.
The translate button is located in the last column
The translate button is located in the last column
Step 8: Submit your first translation
Weblate will now present you with text in need of translation or correction. Confidently submit a translation, or fill-in your proposal and submit the form. If you're not sure at all, comment or move to the next string.
Step 9: Stop here… or continue!
You can repeat the previous step until you run out of time. Each new or improved translation makes the project better.