Release 10.1A: OpenEdge Development:
Internationalizing Applications

Designing with the AppBuilder

The international issues that affect the design of any user interface also apply to working with AppBuilder and SmartObjects. AppBuilder provides a couple of options for designing a user interface that works worldwide. Try to design SmartObjects that are generic enough to work for any audience. Language issues and cultural conventions must be considered. If you cannot use a generic user interface, AppBuilder is a useful tool for customizing your applications for each region (localizing). You can customize SmartObjects by:

Localizing SmartObject masters
Localizing SmartObject instances
Using multiple layouts