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Author: SCDerox

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+# Information for Community Translations
+
+## General overview
+
+Translating our software is handled through [weblate](https://localize.scootkit.net/engage/scnx/), a continues
+localization platform.
+
+To get started with contributing to translations, please create an account by singing in
+on [Weblate](https://localize.scootkit.net/engage/scnx/).
+
+If you only want to report issues, please either use [this form](https://scnx.app/typo) or suggest a correction to a
+string on weblate.
+
+## Strings and their usage
+
+Each sentence or word displayed on our platforms is added on weblate as a string. When translating, it might not be
+obvious where the string will appear on our platforms. Due to this, please review the string name and (if applicable)
+description and screenshots.
+
+## Template strings
+
+String might include "templates" that are replaced by our software when displaying the string.
+
+For example, the string "**%u** has been given **%m** money." will be displayed as "scderox has been given 200 money.".
+Due to this, do not translate, change or edit these parameters (bold). You can move their position in the string, but
+they need to be included without changing their capitalization's. Depending on the project, these template strings might have different formats.
+
+Some used formats include
+* `%parameterName`
+* `%parameterName%`
+* `{parameterName}`
+* `{{parameterName}}`
+
+Some template strings might also be marked a such in weblate, but that is not always the case, so please think twice when seeing these parameters.
+
+## Guidelines for translations
+
+Please follow the following rules when translating:
+
+* DO translate the *meaning* of a string instead of translating word-for-word. In general, it might be a good idea to
+  rephrase the structure of the english sentence to a structure that is more widely used in your native language.
+* DO use your brain to translate things - always check the meaning and context of any translations you make.
+* If you use translating software, DO check if the translated sentence makes sense before saving the changes.
+* DO use the comments for clarification if if you are unsure t know how to translate a string or the context is unclear.
+* DO NOT post about unannounced features or strings. Keep these features confidential.
+* DO NOT translate strings that are part of the checkout process or include legally relevant information.
+
+Before translating in a particular project, you'll need to sign a CLA ("Contributor Agreement"). Please review this
+document closely as their include important information about your rights regarding your translation. The CLA is a
+binding legal document, and you might be asked to provide personal data to sign the document. If this is the case, your
+data will be processed in accordance with our [Privacy Policy](https://scootk.it/scnx-privacy).
+
+## How to use weblate
+
+We do not have capacity to provide extensive training on the use of weblate. Please
+use [this guide](https://docs.weblate.org/en/latest/user/translating.html) for reference.