Convert Android XML to XCode Strings Catalog Instantly

Converting localization files manually is time-consuming, error-prone, and disrupts your workflow. With Localazy's Format Conversion, you can automatically transform your Android XML files into XCode Strings Catalog , eliminating manual effort and ensuring accurate results every time.

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Why Convert Android XML to XCode Strings Catalog
with Localazy?

Automate Localization Workflows

Process files in seconds instead of hours.

Seamless CI/CD Integration

Convert files automatically as part of your release cycle.

Unified File Management

Maintain a single localization source for multiple platforms.

Error-Free Transformation

No more formatting issues, broken placeholders, or missing translations.

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Quick comparison

Android XML

XCode Strings Catalog

File extension

Hierarchy handling

Best for

Android XML

Standard format for Android localization

File extension

.xml

Hierarchy handling

Nested tags

Best for

Android apps

Find more in docs

XCode Strings Catalog

Used in modern Xcode projects

File extension

.xcstrings

Hierarchy handling

Structured Apple localization format

Best for

Apple/macOS apps

Find more in docs

Choose the right format for your project needs
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Set up automated conversion between required formats with Localazy CLI.

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From: Android XML

<string name="localazy_message">Go international, today. With Localazy.</string>

To: XCode Strings Catalog

{
  "localazy_message": {
    "localizations": {
      "en": { "stringUnit": { "value": "Go international, today. With Localazy." } }
    }
  }
}

Supported formats & flexibility

We support XX+ localization formats, including JSON, XML, XLIFF, YAML, PO, and more.

Android XML to Flutter ARB

Android XML to CSV/TSV

Android XML to Multilingual CSV/TSV

Android XML to Microsoft Excel

Android XML to Multilingual Microsoft Excel

Android XML to INI

Android XML to Multilingual INI

Android XML to iOS's .strings

Android XML to iOS's .stringsdict

Android XML to JSON

Android XML to Mozilla i18n JSON

Android XML to Multilingual JSON

Android XML to Gettext MO

Android XML to Nette Neon

Android XML to Multilingual Nette Neon

Android XML to OpenOffice/LibreOffice ODS

Android XML to Multilingual OpenOffice/LibreOffice ODS

Android XML to PHP/Laravel

Android XML to Multilingual PHP/Laravel

Android XML to Gettext PO/POT

Android XML to RESX

Android XML to Translation Memory (TMX)

Android XML to TOML

Android XML to Multilingual TOML

Android XML to XCode Strings Catalog

Android XML to XLIFF 1.2

Android XML to XLIFF 2.0

Android XML to YAML

Android XML to Multilingual YAML

Android XML to Rails i18n YAML

Documentation

Getting started with Localazy

Managing project glossary

Translating strings

Machine Translations

Format Conversions

Reviewing translations

Automations

How to convert language files

Which localizable file format conversions do you support?

Localazy supports all major format conversions from Android XML and iOS .strings through multilingual JSON to XLIFF, qt-ts, and many more formats. You can learn more about supported file format conversions in the documentation.

Last updated: 26/05/2023

How can I convert different localization file formats?

In the File Management section of Localazy, when downloading your files, you can select the desired format and download your strings in any of the available file formats.

Format Conversions feature is also an integral part of the Localazy CLI tool, so if you want to automate format conversions, you will need to install Localazy CLI on your preferred platform.

Read the article: How to convert localization files into different formats?

Note: Format Conversions are available only as a part of the Professional plan

Last updated: 26/05/2023

How can I use Format Conversions for multiplatform development?

Format Conversions in Localazy allow you to convert translation files between different formats, making it easier to manage translations across multiple platforms. For instance, if you’re developing an app for iOS and Android, you can easily convert between .strings (iOS) and .xml (Android). This eliminates the need to manually maintain translations for each platform, saving time and reducing the risk of errors.

Last updated: 30/09/2024

How are placeholders handled with Format Conversions?

Format Conversions support placeholders across various formats, but their syntax can differ between platforms. For example, in Android, placeholders are typically in the format %1$s, while in iOS, they use %@. Localazy automatically converts these placeholders to the appropriate format for the target platform, ensuring that your translations work correctly without manual adjustments.

Last updated: 30/09/2024

How are nested structures handled with Format Conversions?

Some formats, like JSON or YAML, support nested structures in translation files. Localazy’s Format Conversions preserve these nested structures during conversion. When converting from a format that supports nesting to one that does not (such as from JSON to XML), Localazy flattens the structure to ensure compatibility without losing any translation data.

Last updated: 30/09/2024

How are plurals and arrays handled with Format Conversions?

Plurals and arrays are managed differently across platforms, but Localazy automatically handles these conversions for you. For example, Android uses specific plural keys (one, other), while iOS handles plurals with string tables. Localazy’s Format Conversions ensure that plurals and arrays are correctly mapped and formatted to suit the target platform’s specifications.