Translating files to target languages
Files are translated in the Editor window, of the Editor view. You can have several files open at the same time, but only the active file can be edited or saved. To edit a target language segment, simply click inside the segment and start typing.
When a file is opened for translation, the Translation configuration is used. This means that the layout of the windows is designed to facilitate tasks you need to perform while translating.
The options available on the Home tab and Review tab change so that you can select Confirm (Translated) to indicate that the translation is complete.
Also, the Translation Memory and the Terminology windows are automatically displayed at the top of the screen to give you easier access to your translation resources. If you prefer to translate with the Editor window at the top of the screen and the Translation Memory and Terminology windows at the bottom, use the Alternative Translation Layout option which is available on the View tab. You can also personalize the layouts by moving the windows around and you can return to their default settings at any time.
You can open a file for translation by choosing:
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
Open for Translation | Use this command to open a file for translation from the active project in Trados Studio. This automatically opens any translation memories, termbases and settings associated with the project. |
Translate Single Document | Use the Translate Single Document command to open a file and start a new translation or continue a translation. You can also quickly open a file by dragging it from your computer into the Welcome screen, the Editor View Navigation Pane or into the Editor Window. |
When all segments in the document are confirmed and their status is Translated, the status of the file changes to Translated.