LQG - Language Quality Game LQG is a web based experience that allows you to preview components in a variety of Microsoft Products, Projects, or Services. This application allows you to preview Screen Shots in various languages according to your selection(s) in the game. You review the Screen Shots, checking the translation and interpretation of the text provided. You can provide Feedback, either positive or negative according to your observations. You advance through the selections when responding with positive feedback. Choosing negative feedback prompts a dialog that allows you to submit your observations and feedback. Your feedback is recorded and later reviewed for confirmation of the possible issues. Once confirmed, we officially address the negative feedback. Your efforts provide you a sneak preview and a means to contribute to the worldwide success of Microsoft products. You will have the opportunity to measure your efforts against your peers.
Why should I participate? – You are a vital part of Microsoft, your opinions and cultural experiences are valued. Your knowledge is useful in order to globalize Microsoft products and services. It is our intent to give you an opportunity in this game setting to contribute and have a little fun. Your efforts and goodwill send a message of your commitment to make Microsoft products better worldwide.
Requirements – You will need IE browser with Silverlight installed. You will also need Microsoft credentials to participate in the Language Quality Game. The games are restricted under Security Group by project owners.
Getting Started with LQG - To participate in the LQG, you have to obtain permission. Once you have permissions, you can go to the LQG site to view the game categories accessible to you. Your access will vary according to your role, group and level of access.
LQG - Language Quality Game Roles - There are 2 separate roles available in this game, one as a User and the other as a Moderator. The User is the primary role in this game. Users access the game categories available to them based on their group association and permissions on the site. The Moderator reviews and triages the User submissions, determining if the language disparities or issues are valid. Once confirmed, the Moderator can either resolve the issue as a duplicate or submit the issue as a bug. Key - Game Controls These are the main game controls used