String Catalog FAQs

Question 1

Is String Catalog compatible with native Xcode localization files?

Accepted Answer

Yes, String Catalog is specifically designed to work with native Xcode String Catalog (.xcstrings) files, ensuring full compatibility for your iOS and macOS localization projects.

Question 2

What is String Catalog used for?

Accepted Answer

String Catalog is an MCP server that enables AI assistants to seamlessly read, search, and update Xcode String Catalog (.xcstrings) files, streamlining iOS/macOS app localization workflows.

Question 3

What core localization tasks can String Catalog help with?

Accepted Answer

It allows AI to list supported languages, get translation coverage statistics, retrieve translations for specific keys, search for keys by substring, and add or update translations, fully supporting iOS format placeholders.

Question 4

How does String Catalog support AI-driven translation and review?

Accepted Answer

It offers dedicated prompts such as 'translate-strings' for specific keys, 'batch-translate' for entire catalogs (untranslated/stale), and 'review-translations' to ensure quality, consistency, and proper placeholder usage in AI-generated content.

String Catalog

String Catalog

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Key Features

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