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Example:
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Figure 2: Arabic and Hindi Cardinal Number Shapes
Locale-based APIs for shaping of Arabic script are now available for developers to use. Presentation of Arabic digits is also described in the section on Numerals Shape in Guideline I2 – Using the Entire Character Cell.
To support Arabic script, your product must be able to present digits in either Hindi or Arabic shape, or both, depending on the user's preference.
Guideline C5
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Allow the user to select the cardinal number shape.
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