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Localize application for watches.

MaximIQ
over 7 years ago
Inside project directory structure we can meet name like: resources-*** (for example resources-eng).

Does it mean that we can use localization strings?
So user will see localized text in view depending on lang settings in device?

If it is possible then where I can read about that?
How to specify language for simulator?
  • over 7 years ago
    Inside project directory structure we can meet name like: resources-*** (for example resources-eng).

    Does it mean that we can use localization strings?
    So user will see localized text in view depending on lang settings in device?

    If it is possible then where I can read about that?
    How to specify language for simulator?


    Look for the programmer's guide in the sdk folder.
  • over 7 years ago
    It is possible. Language is selected by device from available resources. Default language is English.

    You can find examples in SDK:
    connectiq-sdk-win-2.2.2\samples\Strings\

    All string resources and .mc files must be in UTF-8. I strongly recommend to set up in Eclipse this codepage for any project you make.

    Simulator has a lot of options to set up under the Settings menu.
  • over 2 years ago in reply to HermoT

    I am not sure I follow the programmer guide.

    According to it it should as simple as 

    WatchUi.loadResource(Rez.Strings.MyLabel)

    and select the right label if the xml is present in the resource folder. When I shoot the simulator though, I see it always in the default language rather than in the one selected.

    Any thoughts on why?

    Thanks!

  • over 2 years ago in reply to mleonelli

    Did you add the language to your project settings (in manifest.xml)?

    In VS Code: CTRL/CMD-SHIFT-P > Monkey C: Edit Languages

    In Eclipse: Right-click on project folder > properties > connect IQ > configure app > languages

  • over 2 years ago in reply to mleonelli

    Take a look at the strings sample in the SDK.  It shows how this all works.  Note. mot all languages are available in the sim Try things like spanish and french first.

  • over 2 years ago in reply to jim_m_58

    Thanks FlowState & Jim, not sure how I ended it up not saving the language in manifest.xml. All clear now.