What is 'cross weight' in SAP SRD-TRL - GLO-Translation?

cross weight - Overview

• Component: SRD-TRL

• Component Name: GLO-Translation

• Description: A user defined force that is applied to an item before it is measured.

cross weight - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Cross weight is a term used in SAP SRD-TRL GLO-Translation. It is a numerical value assigned to each language in order to determine the relative importance of each language when translating text. The higher the cross weight, the more important the language is considered to be. 
  
  How to use it: 
  Cross weight is used to prioritize translations when multiple languages are involved. For example, if a text needs to be translated into French, Spanish, and German, the language with the highest cross weight will be given priority when translating the text. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When assigning cross weights, it is important to consider the target audience of the translation. For example, if the target audience is primarily French-speaking, then French should be given a higher cross weight than Spanish or German. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Cross weight is just one of many factors that can be used to prioritize translations. Other factors include the complexity of the text, the availability of translators for each language, and the time frame for completing the translation.