Change LaTeX subtitle language

Question

How can I change the default language so that instead of my signatures I get something else instead of "Table" or "Figure"?

Answer 1

You can change the language of the document using the package babel. Headings will be updated automatically.

As a bonus, you will receive the correct placement for the selected language.

Answer 2

You can also override \tablenameand \figurename.

Answer 3

\usepackage[francais]{babel}

Answer 4

You can override \figurenameand \tablenameusing \renewcommand. For example, you can do this for the Swedish language:

\renewcommand{\figurename}{Figur}
\renewcommand{\tablename}{Tabell}