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    Which file formats are supported by translation memories?

    Translation Memories are commonly imported and exported as TMX, XLSX, CSV and native CAT-tool formats. TMX is considered the international standard for exchanging data between systems.

    Most modern translation solutions support the common formats for importing and exporting Translation Memories.

    The most commonly supported formats are TMX files (Translation Memory eXchange), Excel files (XLSX), CSV files and the native formats of many CAT tools.

    For exchanging data between systems, TMX (Translation Memory eXchange) has become the international standard.

    This enables companies to benefit from:

    • Vendor independence: Translation Memories can be exchanged easily between different translation systems.
    • Investment protection: Existing translation data is retained in the long term and can continue to be used.
    • Easy migration: Switching to a new translation solution is possible without losing valuable translation knowledge.

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    A Translation Memory stores already translated sentences digitally and reuses them in future projects. This increases consistency and efficiency while reducing translation costs.

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    How does a translation memory work?

    A Translation Memory identifies identical or similar text segments that have already been translated, suggests them again and thus supports faster, more consistent translation processes.

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    Can I transfer an existing Translation Memory?

    Existing Translation Memories can generally continue to be used and can usually be imported into professional translation systems in TMX format. This preserves translation knowledge and speeds up the start.

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    What are the benefits of a translation memory?

    A Translation Memory reduces translation costs, accelerates international projects, ensures data sovereignty and maintains a consistent brand voice.

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