How does Auto Translation work in GLC?
GLC's Auto Translation uses AI to automatically scan your storefront content and translate it into the language each customer selects, so you don't need to update translations manually. It works for every target language you've published, as long as the GLC app embed is turned on.
Can GLC translate third-party app content?
Yes. GLC’s Auto Translation can translate content that third-party apps display directly on your storefront, such as pop-ups or widgets. These translations appear as customers browse and can’t be edited in Manage translation.
Can I add more than 20 languages in GLC?
GLC currently supports up to 20 languages per store. Your GLC plan also determines how many target languages you can publish.
Can I edit product option and variant translations?
Yes. Open Language → Manage translation → Product, click View details next to the product, and find Product option name and Product option value.
Can I import or export translations as a CSV file?
GLC currently doesn’t support CSV import or export in the app. You can use Shopify’s CSV tools to import and export translations saved in Shopify.
Can I keep translations from other apps when using GLC?
Yes. You can bring your existing translations into GLC and start using them right away if your previous app saved them through Shopify’s Translation API. This includes translations saved by apps such as Shopify Translate & Adapt, Transcy, and T-Lab.
Can I translate image alt text?
Yes. Open Language → Manage translation → Images for the target language, find the image, and enter the translated wording in its alt text section. Review and save the change.
Does GLC manage hreflang tags?
No. Shopify manages hreflang tags based on your market domains and language settings. These tags help search engines show the appropriate language or regional version of a page.
Does GLC support right-to-left languages?
Yes. GLC can translate content into right-to-left languages, such as Arabic and Hebrew.
Can GLC translate videos?
GLC currently does not translate video content. Prepare translated audio or subtitles with a video tool, then manage them in the service or theme section that displays the video.
Can GLC translate Shopify order and email notifications?
Yes. You can edit translations for Shopify customer email templates listed under Notifications in GLC. Common examples include:
Can I change the font or formatting of translated text?
Translated text follows your theme's font and color settings. For language-specific fonts or colors, adjust your theme's styling.
Can I translate checkout content with GLC?
Yes. You can edit checkout text that Shopify makes available for translation under Language → Manage translation → Theme → Checkout page. Open View details, edit the available text, and save.
Can I change my store's default language in GLC?
Change your store's default language in Shopify admin → Settings → Languages. GLC uses that default language as the source for translation.
Why does Shopify show “No translations” when my storefront is translated?
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Do markets that share a domain also share languages?
Yes. Markets that use the same primary domain configuration share its available languages. Adding or removing a language affects the markets using that configuration.
Which metafields and metaobjects can I edit in GLC?
You can edit translations for metafields and metaobject fields that Shopify makes available in Manage translation. Where you find a field depends on where the content is stored.