# The Do's & Don'ts of Crowdin Translation

## ❌ Don't t**ranslate variables:**

Variables are values that can change depending on their context in the program. They are highlighted in <mark style="color:green;">green</mark> and must **not be translated** as they can result in software bugs, for example.

On Crowdin, you can simply click on a variable to copy and paste it into the target language. Make sure to copy and paste the variable exactly as displayed on the original string.

❌ Don't:

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✅ Do:

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## ✅ Use the comments and issue features:

If you don't understand a string and need more context, you can **use the comments section to ask for help**. As this section is visible to every other language in the project, every translator will be able to help you.

### Asking for more context:

You can use the comments section to ask for more context on a string that might seem vague or if you're not sure if the string should be translated or not.

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Note that you can also check out the [translation domains](/translating-prestashop/resources/resources/useful-websites.md#translation-domains) page to understand where a string is located in the software.

### Requesting the help of a proofreader

[Proofreaders](/translating-prestashop/translating-prestashop-software-basics/translating-on-crowdin/proofreading-all-you-need-to-know.md) ensure the quality of translations. If you wish to improve pre-existing translations, you can do so by requesting their approval.

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### Reporting a typo

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Sometimes, a source string can contain a typo or misspelled word. Simply open an issue on the relevant string by checking the **"issue"** checkbox and the project managers will have a look at your issue.

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