--- sourceDocument: zurich Combined Product Files sourceDocumentLink: https://www.servicenow.com/docs/r/zurich/delta-xanadu-zurich Release : - zurich ft:locale : - en-US ft:publication_title : - zurich Combined Product Files ft:clusterId : - delta3zx bundleId : - delta3zx --- # Combined Localization Workspace release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich # Combined Localization Workspace release notes for upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich {#ariaid-title1} Release version: Zurich Updated October 8, 2026 ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 5 minutes to read Summarize ![AI sparkle icon](https://servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ai-sparkle-icon) Summarized using AI This content was generated using new OpenAI-powered functionality. Results are provided on an as is basis and are not guaranteed to be accurate or complete. ## Summary of Combined Localization Workspace Release Notes for Upgrades from Xanadu to Zurich This consolidated guide covers all important updates, new features, changes, and configuration tips for ServiceNow Localization Workspace from the Xanadu release through to Zurich. It helps ServiceNow customers prepare for upgrading by summarizing enhancements and administrative tools introduced in these versions, especially focusing on improvements available in the Zurich release. Show full answer Show less ## Key Features * **Unified Translation Request Interface (Yokohama):** Manage the entire localization workflow---from preconfiguring languages and translation providers, selecting content types and specific texts, to cost estimation and request submission---in a single interface. * **Supported Content Types:** Multiple text content types can be localized based on table permissions; note that surveys are not supported. * **Guided Setups and Configuration Hub (Zurich 2.0.2):** Two Guided Setups streamline admin configuration with clear actionable steps. The Configuration Hub centralizes access to frequently used tables and properties, allowing updates without leaving Localization Workspace. * **Language Groups (Zurich 2.0.2):** Save time by preconfiguring language groups so users can select multiple target languages collectively rather than individually for translation requests. * **Bulk Select/Deselect and Text Search (Zurich 2.0.2):** Enhance efficiency when creating translation requests by bulk selecting or deselecting content items and filtering content lists via text search on titles. * **Optional Due Date Field (Zurich 2.0.2):** Users can specify due dates for translation requests, enabling automated email notifications based on deadlines. * **Dynamic Artifact Detection (Zurich 1.1.0):** Automatically identifies all translatable content including custom artifacts, broadening the scope of localization. * **Status Synchronization (Zurich 1.1.0):** Translation request statuses in Localization Workspace mirror the status of corresponding projects in Localization Framework, ensuring consistent tracking (Submitted, In progress, Complete). * **Coral Theme and Dark Mode (Zurich):** Localization Workspace adopts the Coral theme by default for portals, web, and mobile with Next Experience or Core UI enabled, offering a modern, brand-neutral look with a dark theme option that improves readability and reduces eye strain. ## Upgrade Preparation and Activation Before upgrading to Zurich, review and complete any required pre- and post-upgrade tasks as outlined in the release notes. Localization Workspace must be installed via the ServiceNow Store. Admins should consult the Store for activation steps and version history to ensure compatibility and proper installation. ## Additional Information * **No Deprecated or Removed Features:** No features were removed or deprecated between Xanadu and Zurich, ensuring continuity. * **Browser and Accessibility:** No new browser requirements were introduced. The new Coral theme includes accessibility enhancements such as the dark theme option. * **Localization and Highlight Information:** No additional localization or highlight considerations were noted. ## Practical Benefits for ServiceNow Customers * Streamlined localization process with centralized management and improved user experience. * Increased efficiency through bulk operations, language grouping, and text search capabilities. * Better visibility and tracking of translation requests with status synchronization. * Improved admin configuration with Guided Setups and Configuration Hub, reducing setup complexity. * Enhanced usability and accessibility via updated themes and notification options. Consolidated page of all release notes for Localization Workspace from Xanadu to Zurich. ## How to use this page To help you prepare for your upgrade, we have combined the cross-family Localization Workspace release notes onto one page. Read this summary of the new features, changes, and updated information for your product from Xanadu to Zurich. Tip: If there were no updates for a release notes section in a certain family release, we included a short note for your reference. For example, if a product did not have any updates in Tokyo, the row says "No updates for this release." ## Important information for upgrading Localization Workspace to Zurich Before you upgrade to Zurich, review these pre- and post-upgrade tasks and complete the tasks as needed. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__2} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## New features Between your current release family and Zurich, new features were introduced for Localization Workspace. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__10} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | [Process translation requests in one interface](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=using-localization-workspace&family=yokohama&ft:locale=en-US) : The following Localization Workspace workflow is accomplished in a single location: * Preconfigure languages and translation providers. * Choose your content type, such as KB articles or notifications, then select specific texts to translate. * Generate cost estimates, then submit translation requests to third-party providers. * Track and manage all open requests. [Request translations from English into other languages](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=exploring-localization-workspace&family=yokohama&ft:locale=en-US) : In this initial release, only translation requests where the current language of the source document is English and the language of the target is something other than English are supported. [Many types of content can be localized](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=lw-localizable-content&family=yokohama&ft:locale=en-US) : Many types of text content can be localized, subject to table permissions. Surveys are not a supported content type. | | Zurich | Guided Setups for [Configuring Localization Workspace](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=configuring-localization-workspace&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Two Guided Setups are available in the interface to assist admins with configuration of Localization Workspace. Guided Setups provide an outline and actionable steps for the configuration process. From version 2.0.2. [Configuration hub](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=lw-configuration-hub&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Configuration Hub provides centralized access to the tables and properties often used by admins. You can update the tables and properties of dependent applications such as Dynamic Translation without leaving the Localization Workspace interface. From version 2.0.2. [Language Groups](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=lw-configure-language-groups&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : You can optionally preconfigure language groups. Your users save time and effort by selecting an available language group rather than adding each target language individually to a translation request. From version 2.0.2. [Bulk select or deselect for content items](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=lw-request-translations-scope&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : When users create a translation request, Localization Workspace retrieves and displays all translatable documents for a content type. A bulk select/deselect option is available on the retrieved list to enhance efficiency. From version 2.0.2. [Text search for content items](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=lw-request-translations-scope&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : When users create a translation request, Localization Workspace retrieves and displays translatable content items in a list. You can search for terms in the titles of content items to filter the retrieved list. From version 2.0.2. [Optional due date field for translation requests](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=lw-estimate&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Your users can enter a due date when creating a translation request. Translation request due dates can be used to trigger [email notifications](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=lw-email-notif-due-dates&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US). From version 2.0.2. | [ ] ## Changes Between your current release family and Zurich, some changes were made to existing Localization Workspace features. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__18} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | Coral theme : Coral is now the default theme for new portal, web, and mobile experiences with Next Experience or Core UI enabled. This theme provides a fresh look and feel, featuring brand-neutral illustrations to enhance your user experience. A dark theme option is available for web and mobile experiences. [Dynamic artifact detection](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=lw-dynamic-artifact-detection&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Dynamic artifact detection enables Localization Workspace to identify all translatable content, including your custom artifacts. From version 1.1.0. [Status synchronization](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=lw-status-synchronization&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : With status synchronization, you see the same status for your translation request in Localization Workspace as you see for the corresponding project in Localization Framework (Submitted, In progress, Complete). From version 1.1.0. | [ ] ## Removed Between your current release family and Zurich, some Localization Workspace features or functionality were removed. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__26} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Deprecations Between your current release family and Zurich, some Localization Workspace features or functionality were deprecated. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__34} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Activation information Review information on how to activate Localization Workspace. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__42} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | Activation information : Install Localization Workspace by requesting it from the ServiceNow Store. See [Localization Workspace on the ServiceNow Store](https://store.servicenow.com/sn_appstore_store.do#!/store/application/03226056b7125210a5e5911cde11a950). Visit the [ServiceNow Store](https://store.servicenow.com/sn_appstore_store.do#!/store/home) website to view all the available apps and for information about submitting requests to the store. For cumulative release notes information for all released apps, see the [ServiceNow Store version history release notes](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=sn-store-release-notes&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US). Important: Localization Workspace is available in the ServiceNow Store. For details, see the "Activation information" section of these release notes. | [ ] ## Additional requirements If any additional requirements were introduced or changed for Localization Workspace we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__50} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Browser requirements If any specific browser requirements were introduced or changed for Localization Workspace we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__58} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Accessibility information Review details on accessibility information for Localization Workspace, such as specific requirements or compliance levels. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__66} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | Accessibility information : Dark theme : The new Coral theme includes a dark theme option for web and mobile experiences. This option is commonly used to alleviate eye strain and improve readability. | [ ] ## Localization information If there are specific localization considerations for Localization Workspace we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__74} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Highlight information If there are specific highlight considerations for Localization Workspace we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-localizationworkspace-summary__entry__82} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Xanadu | No updates for this release. | | Yokohama | No updates for this release. | | Zurich | * Dynamic artifact detection enables Localization Workspace to identify all translatable content, including your custom artifacts. From version 1.1.0. * With status synchronization, translation requests in Localization Workspace reflect the same status as the Localization Framework projects. From version 1.1.0. * A Configuration hub and two new Guided Setups are available to help admins configure Localization Workspace. From version 2.0.2. * Optional due dates and language groups enhance the efficiency of creating translation requests. From version 2.0.2. * When selecting specific documents to translate, translation requestors can take advantage of a bulk select/deselect option as well as text search of document titles. From version 2.0.2. See [Localization Workspace](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=localization-workspace&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | [ ]