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Android i18n JSON: Complete Guide to Localization

Learn how to implement JSON-based internationalization in Android apps. Step-by-step tutorial with code examples for strings.xml alternatives and modern i18n approaches.

December 2, 2025
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By appstoretranslate.com
#android#i18n#json#localization#kotlin#java
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Table of Contents

  • Introduction
  • Prerequisites
  • Understanding Android Localization Basics
  • The Default Approach: strings.xml
  • Why Consider JSON for Android i18n?
  • Implementing JSON-Based i18n in Android
  • Step 1: Create JSON Translation Files
  • Step 2: Create a Translation Manager
  • Step 3: Use Translations in Your App
  • Handling Plurals in Android JSON i18n
  • Best Practices for Android i18n
  • 1. Placeholder Protection
  • 2. Organize by Feature
  • 3. Include Context Comments
  • Automating Android Translations
  • Using appstoretranslate.com
  • Migrating from strings.xml to JSON
  • Common Issues and Solutions
  • Issue 1: Missing Translations at Runtime
  • Issue 2: RTL Language Support
  • Issue 3: Dynamic Language Switching
  • Conclusion
  • Related Resources
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