Foundry VTT Localization FAQs

Question 1

How do I register language files in Foundry VTT?

Accepted Answer

Language files must be declared in the 'languages' array within your module.json or system.json manifest file, specifying the ISO language code, display name, and file path.

Question 2

How do I handle plurals in Foundry VTT localization?

Accepted Answer

Foundry does not have a native pluralization engine. The best practice is to define separate keys (e.g., KeyOne and KeyMany) and use logic to select the appropriate key based on count.

Question 3

What is the difference between localize() and format()?

Accepted Answer

game.i18n.localize() is used for simple static string lookups, while game.i18n.format() is used when you need to inject variables into a string using placeholders like {name}.

Question 4

Why should I namespace my localization keys?

Accepted Answer

Namespacing (e.g., MYMODULE.Title) prevents conflicts with other modules or the Foundry core software, ensuring your translations are loaded and displayed correctly.

Question 5

Can I use localization directly in Handlebars templates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can use the {{localize 'KEY'}} helper for simple strings or {{localize 'KEY' var=value}} for strings requiring data interpolation.

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