What is double-byte language in SAP BC-DOC-TER - Terminology/Glossary?

SAP Term: double-byte language

• Component: BC-DOC-TER

• Component Name: Terminology/Glossary

• Description: Language in which a 1-byte and/or a 2-byte address is used to assign the characters in the character set. Double-byte languages include the following: Japanese Korean Chinese

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• Key Concepts: 
  Double-byte language is a type of computer encoding system used to represent characters in languages such as Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. It uses two bytes of data to represent each character, allowing for a larger range of characters than single-byte encoding systems. This makes it ideal for representing complex characters and symbols in East Asian languages. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Double-byte language encoding is used in SAP software to allow users to enter and display characters from East Asian languages. It is used in the SAP GUI, SAPscript, and other components of the system. To use double-byte language encoding, users must select the appropriate language in their system settings. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When using double-byte language encoding, it is important to ensure that the correct language is selected in the system settings. This will ensure that the characters are displayed correctly. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the correct font is selected for the language being used. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on double-byte language encoding, please refer to the SAP Help Portal article on “Using Double-Byte Language Encoding” (https://help.sap.com/viewer/product/SAP_GUI/7.50/en-US/f9f8d3a2b6c14e8a9f3d7c2b5f1e4d6a.html).