About the GlobalLink Connect app

The GlobalLink Connect App for Contentful allows users to connect content between existing and future systems on a single content platform with one set of APIs, one unified system of record, and the ability to initiate, automate, control, track, and complete all facets of the translation process. The unique combination of Contentful and the extended localization workflow capabilities of GlobalLink provides users with a comprehensive solution for managing global enterprise content with minimal effort and virtually no IT overhead.

Users in Contentful may now submit content for translation at the Field and Entry levels. There are flexible options for submitting individual entries for translation utilizing polling or creating bulk submissions for multiple entries or fields. Add linked entries to a translation submission with a single-click. Name translation submissions for easier tracking. Track all submissions in a single dashboard that enables search and filtering options that substantially simplify tracking and reporting.

Features:

• Access scheduled or on-demand translation via the Contentful UI
• Submission dashboard for tracking translations
• Submission dashboard features intuitive filtering and keyword search
• Translate content using human translations, AI, or both
• Real-time status tracking by language
• Support for both Field and Entry level localization
• Submit linked entries with a single-click
• Supports submissions of individual entries and bulk entries

Requirements:

Localization Pattern

First, identify which localization pattern you are following in Contentful. For more info, please refer to the documentation.

Setup Locales

In order to start translating content to a locale, you need to enable the locale in the space settings.

1. Log in to your Contentful space.
2. Go to Space settings > Locales
3. Click on Add Locale and setup the locale as shown below.
4. Click Save.
5. Repeat steps #1 to 4 for each required target locale.

Content Models

The Contentful Content models need to be configured so that translatable fields are enabled for localization. To do this, follow the following steps.

1. Log in to your Contentful space.
2. Select the Content model menu.
3. Click the Content type that you want to configure.
4. Choose a field that you want to enable for localization and click Settings. Only fields of type Text and JSON are supported for translation.
5. Select the Enable Localization of this Field checkbox.
6. Click Save

Contentful allows you to setup fields within Content Models that are references to other Entries. GlobalLink Connect resolves such references and automatically includes all referenced Entries within the scope for translation.

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