Which format is used for localization in SFCC?

The format used for localization in Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC) is resource bundles, specifically properties files. Resource bundles allow developers to define key-value pairs for strings and other localizable content, ensuring that the application can support multiple languages and regional settings. Each properties file corresponds to a specific locale, enabling the platform to load the appropriate strings based on the user's language preference.

Using resource bundles facilitates easy management and updates of localized content, as developers can simply edit the key-value pairs in these files to change the translations. This method also promotes consistency across the platform, as the same keys can be used in different parts of the application while ensuring the correct localized value is displayed to users.

Other file formats, such as XML or JSON, are not typically used for localization in SFCC. They serve different purposes, like data interchange or configuration settings, but do not provide the localization functionality that properties files are designed for. HTML documents are primarily used for structure and presentation but do not serve the specific function of localization either.