How to Retrieve Translated Picklist Values in Apex Based on the Language of the Logged in User

Salesforce provides an efficient and dynamic way to retrieve translated picklist values using Apex. The picklist values are automatically translated based on the language preference of the Logged-in User, assuming translations have been configured in the Translation Workbench.

Ensure that translations for picklist values are configured in Setup > Translation Workbench.

The Logged-in User's language defined in their User setting must have translations defined for the desired field.

Step 1. Get the Logged-in User’s language

String userLanguage = UserInfo.getLanguage();

Step 2. Retrieve the translated picklist values dynamically

Here's an example using the Industry field from the Account object

Schema.DescribeFieldResult fieldResult = Account.Industry.getDescribe();
List<Schema.PicklistEntry> picklistValues = fieldResult.getPicklistValues();

for (Schema.PicklistEntry entry : picklistValues) {
    System.debug('API Name: ' + entry.getValue());
    System.debug('Translated Value: ' + entry.getLabel());
}

Notes: 

1. entry.getValue() returns the API name, e.g. Technology
2. entry.getLabel() automatically returns the translated Label according to the User’s language setting

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Written by: Jonathan Fox | Forum Ambassador
Head of Salesforce Architecture, Jonathan Fox is a 32x Certified Salesforce Architect, Agentblazer Legend and Golden Hoodie Recipient.

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