Translation Software Compatibility

When working with a translation agency or a translator, be sure to ask which versions of your publishing software that they are using and if it is compatible with your versions.

You don’t want to give your projects to a translation company or translator to find the completed translation cannot be read on your computer.  Software updates can be costly, so many free lance translators cannot keep up with the new technology.  Translation agencies and companies typically invest in upgrades to work more seamlessly with their clients. 

It is also important to work on the same platforms of Mac or PC. By having a discussion about software before you hand over your documents, you will ensure what software/version your final project will be in.  A quick tip – this could be easily overcome with a simple PDF, if that is all you need for printing purposes.