🌍 Managing Member Languages in Atobi

In today's globalized workplace, ensuring that every team member interacts with the platform in their preferred language is crucial for engagement and productivity. Atobi makes it seamless to manage and assign languages, tailoring the experience for each user. Let's explore how to set up and utilize this feature effectively! 🚀

🌍 Adding a Language to the System

Before assigning a language to members or translating content, it must be added to the system. Here's how:

Access the Admin Page: Log in to your Atobi account and navigate to the Admin section.
Navigate to Languages: Click on Languages in the sidebar.
Create New Language: Click on "Create New".
Enter Language Details:
- Name: Input the full name of the language (e.g., "Spanish").
- Slug: Enter the two-letter language code (e.g., "es" for Spanish).
Save: Click "Create" to add the language to the system.

Tip: Unsure about the correct language code? A quick online search can help you find the accurate two-letter code.

Note: Only users with Owner permissions can add or edit languages.

👥 Assigning a Language to Members

Once a language is added, you can assign it to new or existing members:

Open Members Tab: Navigate to the Members section.
Select Member: Choose the member you wish to assign a language to.
Edit Profile: Click the "Actions" button and select "Edit".
Set Interface Language: Under Interface Language, choose the member's preferred language from the dropdown menu.
Save Changes: Click "Update" to apply the changes.

Note: Members can also change their interface language anytime by editing their profile settings.

🖥️ Understanding Interface Language

The Interface Language determines how members experience the platform:

Articles: Members will view articles in their assigned interface language if translations are available. If not, the article will display in its main language.
Automatic Translation: The interface language also dictates the default language for the automatic translation feature in posts, articles, and comments.
Platform Interface: Menus, buttons, and system elements will appear in the selected language, provided translations exist

Platform interface translation is available in the following languages:

Czech
Danish
English
Finnish
French
German
Greek
Hebrew
Italian
Japanese
Kazakh
Norwegian (Bokmål)
Portuguese
Russian
Slovenian
Spanish
Swedish
Turkish
Ukrainian

Note: If a member’s selected language is not available as an interface language, the platform will default to English

📝 Translating Articles for Multiple Languages

To cater to a diverse team, translating articles is essential:

Access Article Studio: Navigate to the article you wish to translate.
Add Language: In the Language Settings, click "Add Language" and select the desired language.
Translate Content: Input the translated content for each section of the article.
Save: Once completed, save the translations.

Note: Members with their interface language set to the translated language will automatically see the article in their preferred language.

🌟 Why Are Languages Important in Atobi?

Embracing multiple languages in Atobi offers numerous benefits:

🤝 Inclusivity & Engagement

Ensures all team members can interact with the platform in their native language, fostering a sense of belonging.

📖 Enhanced Comprehension

Members are more likely to understand content thoroughly when it's presented in their preferred language, leading to better knowledge retention.

📬 Streamlined Communication

Reduces misunderstandings and errors by providing information in the language most comfortable for each user.

🌐 Global Collaboration

Supports teams spread across different regions, allowing seamless collaboration without language barriers.

🎨 Personalized User Experience

Tailors the platform to individual preferences, enhancing overall user satisfaction and engagement.

By effectively managing member languages in Atobi, you create a more inclusive, efficient, and harmonious work environment where every team member feels valued and understood!