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For organizations that publish content in multiple languages you can either use multiple channels or use the language switch functionality available in the Language Widget. The pros and cons of both approaches are described in the table below.
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The language switch functionality is not available in XperienCentral by default — you need an extra license for it. For complete information about working with multiple language versions in XperienCentral see Working with Language Versions in XperienCentral. |
Language Switch | Extra Channels |
The site structure for all language versions of the channel is the same. Not all pages have to be translated or published. | Each channel has its own site structure. |
Authorization per language is not possible. An editor can edit pages and page sections in all the available languages. | Authorization is fully adjustable per channel. Each channel has its own edit environment. |
All languages use the same presentation. | There are many ways to separate the design or share parts of the design between several channels. |
No additional license required to use multiple languages. | An additional license is required for each extra channel. |
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