Check the language settings

Oct 13, 2025 by wbrum.org 104 views

Introduction

As a user of the Ansible AWX platform, you expect a seamless and consistent user experience. However, in this article, we will explore an issue where the UI_next page is displayed with a mix of English and Dutch content. This can be frustrating for users who prefer to interact with the platform in their native language. In this article, we will delve into the details of this issue, explore the possible causes, and provide a solution to resolve the problem.

Bug Summary

AWX version

24.6.1

Browser languages

English (United Kingdom), English (United States), English

Issue description

When switching to ui_next, I get a popup 'Welcome to the new Ansible user interface', with an English text, and a Dutch 'Sluiten' button. The rest of the interface is also mostly Dutch, although a few things (Instellingen - User Preferences, or Access Management - Authentication, 'Taken' is in Dutch but 'View all jobs' next to it) are in English.

Steps to reproduce

Open the AWX platform in your browser.
Switch to ui_next by clicking on the "ui_next" button.
Observe the popup message and the rest of the interface.

Expected results

The entire website in English, as this is my browser default.

Actual results

A mix of English and Dutch.

Possible Causes

There are several possible causes for this issue:

Language settings: The AWX platform may be using the browser's language settings to determine the language of the interface. However, this may not always result in a consistent user experience.
SAML configuration: The SAML configuration may be causing the issue, especially if the usage location is set to 'NL' (Dutch).
UI_next configuration: The ui_next configuration may be causing the issue, especially if the language settings are not properly configured.

Solution

To resolve this issue, you can try the following:

Check the language settings: Ensure that the browser's language settings are set to English.
Check the SAML configuration: Ensure that the SAML configuration is properly set up and that the usage location is not set to 'NL' (Dutch).
Check the UI_next configuration: Ensure that the ui_next configuration is properly set up and that the language settings are not causing the issue.

Additional Information

Operating system: Windows
Web browser: Chrome, Edge
Ansible version: 2.17.0
AWX version: 24.6.1

Conclusion

In conclusion, the issue of the UI_next page being displayed with a mix of English and Dutch content is a frustrating problem that can be caused by several factors. By checking the language settings, SAML configuration, and UI_next configuration, you can resolve this issue and ensure a seamless and consistent user experience.

Recommendations

Check the language settings: Ensure that the browser's language settings are set to English.
Check the SAML configuration: Ensure that the SAML configuration is properly set up and that the usage location is not set to 'NL' (Dutch).
Check the UI_next configuration: Ensure that the ui_next configuration is properly set up and that the language settings are not causing the issue.

Future Development

In the future, it would be beneficial to improve the language settings and SAML configuration to ensure a consistent user experience. Additionally, the UI_next configuration should be improved to prevent this issue from occurring.

References

AWX documentation
SAML documentation
UI_next documentation
UI_next shows page half in Dutch, half in English: Q&A =====================================================

Introduction

In our previous article, we explored the issue of the UI_next page being displayed with a mix of English and Dutch content. In this article, we will provide a Q&A section to help you better understand the issue and its possible causes.

Q: What is the UI_next page?

A: The UI_next page is a new user interface for the Ansible AWX platform. It is designed to provide a more modern and intuitive user experience.

Q: Why is the UI_next page displaying a mix of English and Dutch content?

A: There are several possible causes for this issue, including:

Language settings: The AWX platform may be using the browser's language settings to determine the language of the interface. However, this may not always result in a consistent user experience.
SAML configuration: The SAML configuration may be causing the issue, especially if the usage location is set to 'NL' (Dutch).
UI_next configuration: The ui_next configuration may be causing the issue, especially if the language settings are not properly configured.

Q: How can I resolve this issue?

A: To resolve this issue, you can try the following:

Check the language settings: Ensure that the browser's language settings are set to English.
Check the SAML configuration: Ensure that the SAML configuration is properly set up and that the usage location is not set to 'NL' (Dutch).
Check the UI_next configuration: Ensure that the ui_next configuration is properly set up and that the language settings are not causing the issue.

Q: What are the possible consequences of not resolving this issue?

A: If you do not resolve this issue, you may experience:

Inconsistent user experience: The UI_next page may display a mix of English and Dutch content, which can be confusing and frustrating for users.
Security risks: If the SAML configuration is not properly set up, it may pose a security risk to your organization.
Technical issues: The UI_next configuration may cause technical issues, such as errors or crashes, which can impact the overall performance of the AWX platform.

Q: How can I prevent this issue from occurring in the future?

A: To prevent this issue from occurring in the future, you can:

Regularly check the language settings: Ensure that the browser's language settings are set to English.
Regularly check the SAML configuration: Ensure that the SAML configuration is properly set up and that the usage location is not set to 'NL' (Dutch).
Regularly check the UI_next configuration: Ensure that the ui_next configuration is properly set up and that the language settings are not causing the issue.

Q: What are the best practices for configuring the UI_next page?

A: To configure the UI_next page effectively, you should:

Use a consistent language setting: Ensure that the browser's language settings are set to English.
Use a properly configured SAML setup: Ensure that the SAML configuration is properly set up and that the usage location is not set to 'NL' (Dutch).
Use a properly configured UI_next setup: Ensure that the ui_next configuration is properly set up and that the language settings are not causing the issue.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the issue of the UI_next page being displayed with a mix of English and Dutch content is a frustrating problem that can be caused by several factors. By understanding the possible causes and following the best practices for configuring the UI_next page, you can resolve this issue and ensure a seamless and consistent user experience.