Software Localization

Software Localization Testing & QA

Break into global markets with confidence by understanding the essential steps in software localization.

Why is Software Testing & QA Essential?

Testing and quality assurance (QA) are critical to the success of software localization. At LAI, we ensure your localized software performs as intended in every market.

Detect Errors Early

Identifying and resolving localization issues before deployment saves time, resources, and reputation.

Ensure Functionality

Testing ensures all features, including navigation, forms, and UI elements, work seamlessly in localized environments.

Boost User Confidence

A flawless, user-friendly product builds trust and enhances satisfaction among international users.

Protect Brand Integrity

Errors in localization can damage your brand’s credibility. Rigorous QA safeguards against inconsistencies and technical failures.

Our Testing & QA Services

Linguistic Testing

Validate grammar, spelling, and context for all target languages.
Ensure terminology aligns with industry standards and market preferences.

Functional Testing

Verify that features such as buttons, forms, and navigation operate as intended in localized environments.
Test workflows to ensure end-to-end functionality.

Visual Testing

Confirm UI elements are properly aligned and free of overlapping text.
Adapt layouts for languages with different text expansion or contraction rates, such as German or Chinese.

Compatibility Testing

Test your localized software on a range of devices, operating systems, and browsers to ensure cross-platform consistency.
Evaluate compatibility for mobile, desktop, and web applications.

Usability Testing

Assess ease of use for localized interfaces.
Gather feedback from native-speaking testers to improve overall experience.

Key Benefits: LAI’s Testing & QA Services

Holistic Testing Process

By combining linguistic, functional, visual, and usability testing, we ensure every aspect of your software is optimized for global audiences.

Native-Speaking Testers

Our testers are native speakers with a deep understanding of cultural and linguistic nuances, ensuring your product resonates with its target users.

Advanced Tools & Techniques

Leveraging automated QA tools alongside human expertise ensures a thorough and efficient testing process.

Tailored Solutions for Each Project

Whether you’re localizing a mobile app, SaaS platform, or enterprise software, we adapt our testing approach to meet your specific needs.

Case Study: QA for Arabic Localization

The Problem:

A U.S.-based software company released a localized Arabic version of its CRM tool. Post-launch, users reported significant issues, including:

Misaligned text in right-to-left (RTL) layouts.
Broken buttons caused by untranslated or incomplete strings.

How LAI Prevents Translation Issues

LAI regularly conducts linguistic, visual, and functional testing, resolving text alignment and untranslated strings while optimizing layouts for regional specifications.

FAQs: Steps in Software Localization Testing

How do you manage QA for multiple languages?

We combine automated tools with native-speaking testers to validate accuracy and functionality across all target languages.

Can you test localized mobile applications?

Yes, we test on various devices and operating systems to ensure a seamless mobile experience.

How do you ensure cultural appropriateness in testing?

Our testers are in-country native speakers familiar with cultural norms, ensuring that both language and functionality align with user expectations.

Ensure Perfection with LAI

With LAI’s comprehensive testing and QA services, you can launch your localized software with confidence. Our meticulous approach ensures linguistic accuracy, functional reliability, and cultural alignment, helping you deliver an exceptional experience to users worldwide.

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Our Commitment to Quality

As a premium technical translation service provider, LAI offers our clients a seamless service from start to finish. Here are just a few reasons to entrust us with your software localization, subtitle localization and technical translation needs:

Technical Expertise

Our expert linguists are masters in their respective technical fields, each with decades of experience in technical localization services and a wide range of qualifications.

Outstanding Quality

Our proprietary suite of software tools, backed by subject-matter experts, automated QA processes and intelligent use of AI, ensure only high-quality, accurate, and natural translations well-suited for the target audience are rendered.