Localization Checklist

Template Verification

• No hardcoded English strings
• All Fluent references are valid
  • Run ./manage.py l10n_update to make sure you have the most recent Fluent files
• Unused IDs are removed

String Conventions

• Proper organization with subheadings
• Correct brand references
• Explanatory comments for idioms and variables
• Appropriate handling of HTML attributes and link text

ID Conventions

• Lowercase hyphenated naming with filename prefixes
• Version control for altered strings
• Removal notes for fallbacks including date

New File Requirements

• Fluent files belong in /l10n/en/
• The top of the file should include the URL of the page on the dev server
• Configured in pontoon.toml
• Connected to templates or views

Style Standards

• Lowercase "web" and "internet"
• Em dashes have spaces on either side
• Sentence case for headings
• Use "sign in" / "sign out" (not login/out)

See also:

• Firefox Style Guide
• Fluent Basics
• Fluent Configuration