What is a PO file?
PO files are Portable Object file extensions in text format. They are ideal for developing various applications. One of the reasons why it forms an integral part of software development is because of its editing ease. Since they are text-based files, you can use a text editor in both Mac and Windows to make changes to the file. Software development can be a tedious and error-prone process. Having a text-based file guarantees ease during correction and revision. Java programs are the best in referencing such files. Another software that can apply in the referencing process includes GNU gettext. This software contains powerful text editors that detect minor errors in the file. Please note that the software used in referencing detect them as property files and recognizes them as their production. Once the referencing is over, then they appear as developer files. Compared to their counterparts, such as POT files, PO files are not only easily readable and editable but also allows instant file output in the correct format that you can share for localization.
How to Make PO Files
Below are some software programs that can open PO files. Download one to open your file now.