Category Archives: 2. Beyond the Basics

How to batch convert .doc files to .docx

Posted on 28 March 2014 by Emma Goldsmith

A time-saving macro to convert a set of .doc files to .docx in a couple of clicks. Continue reading →

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How to transfer SDL Trados Studio to a new computer

Posted on 11 February 2014 by Emma Goldsmith

All you need to know about exporting your Studio license, user profiles, TMs, projects and apps from an old machine to a new one. Continue reading →

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Declaration of Helsinki, October 2013, aligned in English and Spanish

Posted on 14 January 2014 by Emma Goldsmith

The Declaration of Helsinki, October 2013: English-Spanish official versions aligned in parallel text format to import into your translation memory. Continue reading →

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How to transfer apps from SDL Trados Studio 2011 to 2014

Posted on 23 October 2013 by Emma Goldsmith

Two methods for moving Open Exchange apps that you used in Studio 2011 to Studio 2014 Continue reading →

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SDL Trados Studio 2014: new features for old hands

Posted on 9 October 2013 by Emma Goldsmith

A look at eight features in Studio 2014 that might catch the interest of more advanced users. Continue reading →

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Shortcuts in SDL Trados Studio: beyond the basics

Posted on 2 September 2013 by Emma Goldsmith

Ten intermediate/advanced shortcuts in SDL Trados Studio to help you work faster. Continue reading →

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Webinar: Recursos de la UE para traductores médicos

Posted on 15 July 2013 by Emma Goldsmith

Un seminario web sobre recursos médicos: EMA, EudraLex, AEMPS, términos estándar y MedDRA Continue reading →

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An awkward project made easy with SDL OpenExchange apps

Posted on 15 May 2013 by Emma Goldsmith

How to use a .tmw translation memory and an Excel glossary in SDL Trados Studio 2011 with SDL OpenExchange apps. Continue reading →

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The intricacies of display in SDL Trados Studio

Posted on 6 December 2012 by Emma Goldsmith

How to personalise the interface in SDL Trados Studio 2009, 2011 and 2014 by resizing, hiding and moving the windows. Plus, some thoughts about tag display mode. Continue reading →

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Memsource and Studio 2011: a side-by-side comparison

Posted on 9 November 2012 by Emma Goldsmith

I’ve just used MemSource to review a big translation project. Here’s a side-by-side comparison with Trados Studio 2011: my personal view of the new tool. Continue reading →

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