Translating iOS apps with AI using Swift Translator GPT

Amir Kamali
4 min readJul 4, 2024

Introduction

As a solo entrepreneur developer, I know firsthand how tough it can be to juggle all the aspects of app development. You’re the coder, designer, marketer, and everything in between. One of the biggest challenges is making your app available to users around the globe, and that’s where localization comes in. I needed to find a way to make localization easier and more efficient, so I decided to create a custom GPT using OpenAI. Introducing Swift Translator GPT — your new best friend for translating app strings quickly and accurately.

You can access Swift Translator here:
https://chatgpt.com/share/905302d3-522f-4bf5-8f8e-73703ba94d42

What is Swift Translator GPT?

Swift Translator GPT is a customized version of ChatGPT, designed specifically to help you translate app strings into different languages. It even formats them in Swift’s localized string format for you. If you’ve ever struggled with localizing your app, this tool is about to become your new best friend.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Start with a Chat

First things first, say hello to Swift Translator GPT. Give it a little context about your app. Something like…

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Amir Kamali

Application Architect, Apple | ex. Director of Mobile & OTT at AMC Networks, ex. Engineering Manager at Tile / Life360