Category Archives: Tools

AntConc version 4: first impressions

A new version of AntConc was released at the end of last year. I spotted the announcement on Twitter and was quick to download and start testing the tool, taking advantage of some downtime over the holidays. Read on for … Continue reading

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Trados Business Manager v6: a rebranded, reinvented app

Although RWS acquired SDL last November, the visible switch from gaudy green to tranquil teal happened just a few weeks ago. And along with the rebranding, we have a reinvented app: Trados Business Manager Essential.

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BaccS joins forces with SDL

How to switch from BaccS version 4 to the newly licensed BaccS version 5, now owned by SDL. Continue reading

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Tweaking Windows on a new computer

A quick guide to the default settings in a fresh Windows installation, and how to make changes to the main interface language, desktop and File Explorer features. Continue reading

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How to set up BaccS in 10 minutes

In a rush to create your first job in BaccS? Here’s how to do it, step by step. Continue reading

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TO3000 3D and BaccS: side by side

Two new invoicing and project management programs for freelance translators, put through their paces Continue reading

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How to use a SDL Trados Studio analysis to create a quote in TO3000

Step-by-step guide for creating a quote in TO3000 with a Trados grid and a Studio analysis. Continue reading

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memoQ 2014 R2

A major facelift and some big changes under the hood. Continue reading

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