Discover how the new labels feature in Qt 6.11 enhances the organization and efficiency of ID-based translations in large projects.

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Qt 6.11 introduces labels for ID-based translations in Qt Linguist, solving the organizational challenge of managing hundreds of translation strings that previously appeared in a single overwhelming list. Labels allow developers to group ID-based translations into logical categories using simple comment syntax (//@ LabelName) or automatic placeholders derived from code structure. The feature works across C++, QML, and Qt Designer UI files, providing translators with organized, context-aware groups similar to how text-based translations are structured by context. Labels are purely organizational and don't affect runtime behavior, making them safe to add incrementally to existing projects.

Organizing ID-Based Translations with Labels in Qt Linguist