@formatjs/intl-localematcher is a library that helps in selecting the best locale from a list of available locales based on the user's preferences. It is part of the FormatJS suite, which provides a set of tools for internationalizing JavaScript applications. The localematcher library is particularly useful when dealing with multiple locales and ensuring that the most appropriate one is chosen for formatting dates, numbers, and messages. This can enhance the user experience by providing content in a language and format that is familiar to the user.
While @formatjs/intl-localematcher offers a robust solution for locale matching, there are other libraries that provide related functionality. Here are a few alternatives:
intl-messageformat
, developers can create messages that adapt to different languages and cultural contexts, making it an excellent choice for internationalized applications that need to present text in a user-friendly way.To see how @formatjs/intl-localematcher compares with intl-messageformat and intl-relativeformat, check out the comparison: Comparing @formatjs/intl-localematcher vs intl-messageformat vs intl-relativeformat.
We've migrated the docs to https://formatjs.github.io/docs/polyfills/intl-localematcher.