asc-localize-metadata

Translate and synchronize App Store metadata across multiple locales with the asc CLI.

33|2|Updated Feb 21, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/yspreen/dotfiles --skill asc-localize-metadata
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Skill: asc-localize-metadata
Source: https://github.com/yspreen/dotfiles/tree/main/.agents/skills/asc-localize-metadata
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yspreen/dotfiles --skill asc-localize-metadata

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automatically translate and sync App Store metadata across multiple locales, reducing manual localization effort and ensuring consistent store listing quality.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated cross-locale localization: pull source locale metadata, translate with LLMs, and push translations back to App Store Connect.
  • Deterministic updates and validation: use explicit locale targets and strict field-length checks to prevent errors.
  • Use Case: Localize app descriptions, keywords, what's new, and subtitle for new locales when expanding to global markets.

Quick Start

Translate the English App Store metadata to your chosen locales and upload the results to App Store Connect.

Frequently Asked Questions about asc-localize-metadata

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate App Store metadata translation across multiple locales?

Automating App Store metadata translation involves pulling source locale data, using LLMs to translate app descriptions and keywords, then pushing results back to App Store Connect via the asc CLI.

Can I validate App Store Connect field length limits during localization?

Validating App Store Connect field length limits during localization ensures your translated metadata meets strict formatting requirements, preventing upload errors and deterministic update failures before submission.

What is the best way to localize App Store keywords and subtitles for new markets?

Localizing App Store keywords and subtitles for new markets is best handled by downloading source locale metadata, applying LLM translation, and uploading synchronized results to App Store Connect.

Does the asc CLI support authenticated access for uploading translated metadata?

The asc CLI supports authenticated App Store Connect access, enabling deterministic ID resolution and seamless locale download/upload workflows for managing multilingual app store listings.

What are the limitations of using LLMs for App Store description localization?

LLM-based App Store description localization requires strict validation against field length and formatting requirements to prevent errors, as automated translations may occasionally exceed character limits.

How do I sync what's new and app descriptions across App Store Connect locales?

Syncing what's new and app descriptions across App Store Connect locales requires authenticated asc CLI access to download source text, translate via LLMs, and upload validated multilingual metadata.