Handcent SMS French Language Pack

What is the Handcent SMS French Language Pack?

The Handcent SMS French Language Pack is an add‑on that translates the user interface of the Handcent SMS messaging app into French. Once installed, all menus, settings, and on‑screen prompts appear in French, making the app more accessible for French‑speaking users.

Main features

• Full UI translation: Converts the entire Handcent SMS interface to French, including dialogs, notifications, and help texts.
• Seamless integration: Works directly with Handcent SMS version 3.8 and later, without requiring a separate app launch.
• App2SD support: The language pack can be moved to external storage, helping to preserve internal memory.

How it works

After downloading the pack, Android treats it as a plug‑in for Handcent SMS. When Handcent SMS starts, it detects the installed language pack and automatically switches the display language to French. No additional configuration is needed; the change takes effect immediately.

Practical uses

This pack is especially helpful for users who prefer to navigate their messaging app in French, whether they are native speakers or are learning the language. It also benefits travelers or expatriates who rely on French‑language tools on their Android device.

Installation information

1. Ensure Handcent SMS version 3.8 or newer is already installed on your device.
2. Download the French Language Pack from the Appitika page.
3. Open the downloaded file; Android will prompt you to install the plug‑in.
4. After installation, launch Handcent SMS. The interface will appear in French.

Compatibility

The pack is designed for Android devices that can run Handcent SMS 3.8+. It does not depend on a specific Android version, but the underlying Handcent app must meet the minimum version requirement.

Things to know before installing

• The language pack does not function as a standalone messaging app; it only modifies the UI of Handcent SMS.
• If you later uninstall Handcent SMS, the language pack will remain on the device but will not be usable until the main app is reinstalled.
• Moving the pack to an SD card is optional; the plug‑in works from internal storage as well.

Who may find it useful?

Anyone who uses Handcent SMS and prefers a French interface, including French‑speaking residents, students, and travelers, will benefit from this pack.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to restart Handcent SMS after installing?

Restarting the app is recommended to ensure the language change is applied, but the pack usually updates the UI on the next launch automatically.

Can I switch back to English?

Yes. Uninstalling the French Language Pack restores the original language of Handcent SMS.

Will the pack affect my messages or contacts?

No. It only changes the textual elements of the app’s interface; your messages, contacts, and settings remain unchanged.