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ios-localization

Localize iOS and macOS apps with String Catalogs and locale-aware formatting.

155|22|Updated Feb 24, 2026
Search Tags:#localization#ios#internationalization#swiftui#rtl#string catalogs#formatstyle
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npx skills add https://github.com/omarshahine/HomeClaw --skill ios-localization-omarshahine
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Skill: ios-localization
Source: https://github.com/omarshahine/HomeClaw/tree/main/.agents/skills/ios-localization
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/omarshahine/HomeClaw --skill ios-localization-omarshahine

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses the complexities of localizing iOS and macOS applications, preventing common mistakes that lead to App Store rejections, mistranslated UIs, and broken layouts.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • String Catalogs: Implement and manage localizable strings using modern String Catalogs (.xcstrings) for Xcode 15+.
  • Locale-Aware Formatting: Utilize FormatStyle for dates, numbers, and measurements that adapt to user locales.
  • RTL Layout Support: Ensure your UI works correctly in right-to-left languages like Arabic and Hebrew.
  • Use Case: You are adding support for Spanish and German to your existing iOS app. Use this Skill to set up String Catalogs, handle pluralization correctly for both languages, and ensure your UI adapts to right-to-left layouts for Arabic users.

Quick Start

Use the ios-localization skill to set up a new String Catalog for your iOS project.

Frequently Asked Questions about ios-localization

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage iOS localization using String Catalogs in Xcode 15?▼

String Catalogs (.xcstrings) centralize translatable strings in Xcode 15, automatically extracting LocalizedStringKey and LocalizedStringResource values to streamline multi-language support and prevent mistranslated UIs.

What is the best way to handle locale-aware formatting for dates and numbers in SwiftUI?▼

Locale-aware formatting in SwiftUI uses FormatStyle to automatically adapt dates, numbers, and measurements to the user's locale, ensuring correct data display across different regions without manual string manipulation.

How do I support right-to-left layout for Arabic and Hebrew in my iOS app?▼

Right-to-left (RTL) layout support in iOS requires configuring SwiftUI views to automatically mirror interface elements, ensuring your UI adapts correctly for RTL languages like Arabic and Hebrew without breaking layouts.

Does iOS localization require Dynamic Type integration for global markets?▼

iOS localization integrates Dynamic Type to ensure text scales appropriately across languages and user accessibility settings, preventing broken layouts and UI clipping when translating into longer strings.

How do I handle pluralization rules for multiple languages in Swift?▼

Pluralization in Swift uses String Catalogs to define language-specific plural rules, automatically selecting the correct string variation based on quantity and locale to prevent grammatical errors in translated text.

Why does my localized iOS UI break when translating to other languages?▼

Localized iOS UIs break when layouts lack Dynamic Type integration or RTL support, causing text clipping or misaligned elements; using String Catalogs and FormatStyle helps adapt UI for global markets and prevents App Store rejections.

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