Software strings and interfaces
Menus, buttons, fields, alerts, system messages, settings, prompts and interface instructions.
Technology translation for digital products
Technology and IT Translation Services for Software, SaaS and Technical Content
Professional translation of software interfaces, apps, SaaS platforms, technology websites, user guides, technical documentation, support content and IT business materials.
- Software and app interfaces
- SaaS and website content
- Manuals and technical guides
- Support and training materials
Software and apps
Interfaces, prompts, alerts and in-product content
Technical documents
Manuals, guides, API content and product files
Terminology consistency
Glossaries and approved wording can be supplied
Editable workflows
Documents, spreadsheets and structured files
Technology translation explained
Translation shaped by the product, user and technical context
Technology translation adapts software, documentation and digital content into another language while preserving its technical meaning, terminology and intended function.
A short interface label, an onboarding sequence, a user manual and an IT policy each serve a different purpose. The translation should therefore be reviewed in the context of the product, file and audience rather than as isolated text.
Sending the complete content set, approved terminology and reference material at the beginning supports a clearer and more consistent workflow.
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Complete source review
The language pair, file type, volume, structure and technical complexity are reviewed before work begins.
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Product terminology
Product names, interface wording and recurring terms are handled consistently across related files.
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User-focused wording
The translated content is prepared around its function, audience and place in the user journey.
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Formatting and structure
Headings, tables, fields and file organisation are followed where the source and project permit.
Content covered
Technology and IT content we translate
Send the full content set so connected screens, documents and terminology can be reviewed together.
Mobile and web apps
App screens, notifications, onboarding steps, account content and in-app guidance.
SaaS platforms and dashboards
Dashboards, account areas, feature descriptions, onboarding flows, FAQs and platform guidance.
Technology websites
Product pages, landing pages, feature copy, support pages, company content and digital resources.
User guides and manuals
User manuals, setup instructions, operating guides, technical handbooks and reference documents.
API and technical documentation
API documentation, implementation guidance, help files and technical product information.
Help centres and troubleshooting
Knowledge-base articles, support instructions, troubleshooting steps and helpdesk content.
Cybersecurity and IT policies
Security policies, data-handling guidance, internal IT processes and technical compliance content.
Training and e-learning content
Training manuals, learning modules, presentations, product education and internal guidance.
Choose the correct workflow
Translation for products, documentation and support
Each content group has different context, formatting and consistency requirements.
Digital product content
Software, app and SaaS translation
Product-interface content should remain concise, consistent and understandable within the screen, feature or user journey where it appears.
- Menus, buttons and form labels
- Alerts, errors and system messages
- Account and dashboard content
- Onboarding and feature guidance
- Notifications and user prompts
- Product and website terminology
Long-form technical material
Technical documentation translation
Manuals and technical documents require careful handling of instructions, terminology, headings, tables, references and document structure.
- User manuals and operating guides
- Setup and installation instructions
- API and developer documentation
- Product specifications and reference files
- Knowledge-base and help documentation
- Technical policies and internal procedures
User assistance and learning
IT support and training translation
Support and learning content should guide the reader clearly through a task, issue or product process without losing technical meaning.
- Troubleshooting guides
- Helpdesk and support articles
- Training manuals and presentations
- E-learning modules
- Cybersecurity awareness material
- Internal IT process documents
Software and SaaS context
Provide the information behind each interface string
A short software string can have several possible meanings when it is viewed without its screen, action or user context.
Reference screenshots, feature notes, character limits, approved terminology and information about the intended user help clarify how the wording functions within the product.
Connected content should be supplied together where practical so repeated labels, messages and product terms can be reviewed consistently.
Product area
Identify the feature, screen, dashboard or workflow
where the content appears.
User action
Explain whether the text instructs, confirms, warns,
describes or requests an action.
Audience
State whether the content is for customers,
developers, administrators or internal teams.
Terminology
Provide approved product names, glossaries, style
guides and previous translations.
Constraints
Include relevant field, layout or character-length
instructions supplied by the product team.
Protected content
Identify codes, tags, variables, names or other
content that should remain unchanged.
Send related strings as one organised set
Grouping connected screens and features helps recurring terms remain consistent and reduces ambiguity during review.
Editable and structured content
Files that can be reviewed for translation
Send the original editable format where possible and include any instructions about fields, formatting or protected text.
Word and document files
User guides, manuals, policies, specifications, technical reports and training content.
Excel and CSV files
Software strings, terminology lists, product content and organised multilingual text.
Page and content exports
Website copy, landing pages, support material, product descriptions and structured page content.
String and structured files
Software-string files and other structured formats can be reviewed before the workflow is confirmed.
A structured online workflow
How a technology translation project works
The source content, audience, file format, terminology and deadline are reviewed before the service and delivery plan are confirmed.
Send the source files
Upload the complete documents, spreadsheets, exports or software content that requires translation.
Confirm the requirements
Provide the language pair, users, intended market, format, terminology and target date.
Translation and review
Technical terminology, consistency, structure and the function of the content are checked.
Receive the completed files
The translation is delivered by email in the agreed document, spreadsheet or structured format.
Preparing the project
What to include with your technology content
A clear project brief reduces ambiguity and helps the translation follow the product’s existing terminology, style and technical structure.
- The complete source file set
- The source and target languages
- The product, platform or document purpose
- The intended audience and target market
- Approved terminology and product names
- Style guides and previous translations
- Reference screenshots or supporting files
- The required file format and delivery date
Consistency and usability
Quality checks before technology translation delivery
Technology content often combines short interface text, repeated product terminology, detailed instructions and structured files.
The completed content should remain clear in context and consistent across related screens, documents and support materials.
Terminology consistency
Product terms, feature names and recurring technical wording are checked across the supplied files.
Interface context
Labels, prompts and messages are reviewed according to their function where context has been provided.
Document structure
Headings, lists, tables, instructions and references are followed where the source format permits.
Cross-file review
Connected screens, product documents and support files are checked as one related content set.
Project timing
Technology translation turnaround
The schedule depends on the word count, languages, file format, technical complexity, number of related files and review requirements.
Usually 2–3 working days
Shorter manuals, guides or IT documents may follow this standard route after the files have been reviewed.
Confirmed by project scope
Multiple screens, exports, pages or connected files require a schedule based on their total volume.
Planned around the full content set
Long manuals, training libraries and technical documentation projects normally require additional time.
The price, workflow and expected completion date are confirmed after the complete files and project instructions have been reviewed.
Avoid preventable rework
Common technology translation mistakes
Sending strings without context
Short labels can be ambiguous when the screen, action or user journey is not explained.
Omitting the approved glossary
Existing product and company terminology should be supplied before translation begins.
Mixing unrelated content sets
Files should be organised by product, feature, document or release where practical.
Not marking protected text
Identify product names, variables, identifiers or technical content that should remain unchanged.
Providing only flattened files
Supply editable files where available when layout, field structure or re-importing is important.
Leaving review rules until delivery
Confirm terminology owners, style instructions and required formats before the project starts.
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Questions technology teams ask
Technology and IT translation FAQs
Answers about software strings, SaaS content, technical terminology, editable files, project timing and delivery.
What types of technology content can you translate?
The service covers software content, app text, technology websites, SaaS platforms, user manuals, technical guides, product documentation, help-centre articles, training materials, IT policies and support documents.
Can you translate software strings and app content?
Yes. Software strings can include menus, buttons, fields, alerts, notifications, system messages, user prompts, account content and other interface text. Context and terminology should be supplied where available.
Can you provide SaaS translation?
Yes. SaaS content may include dashboards, onboarding flows, account areas, feature descriptions, website pages, support articles, FAQs and product guidance.
Do you handle technical terminology?
Technical and product terminology is reviewed in the context of the supplied content. Provide your glossary, style guide, product names, preferred wording and previous translations where available.
Can you translate technical manuals and user guides?
Yes. Manuals, operating instructions, setup guides, product documentation, API content and knowledge-base material can be reviewed for translation.
Can you work with editable files or spreadsheets?
Yes. Word documents, Excel sheets, CSV files, website content exports, software-string files and other editable or structured formats can be reviewed.
What information should accompany software strings?
Include the product area, screen or feature, intended user, function of the text, approved terminology, relevant length constraints and any content that must remain unchanged.
How long does technology and IT translation take?
Turnaround depends on the word count, languages, file format and technical complexity. Shorter documents may take two to three working days, while larger software, website and documentation projects require an individually confirmed schedule.
Can several related technology files be translated together?
Yes. Supplying connected files together helps with consistent product terminology, feature names, interface wording, formatting and project planning.
How will the completed translation be delivered?
The completed translation is supplied by email in the agreed format. Editable documents, spreadsheets, website exports and structured content can be returned according to the confirmed workflow.
Send your technology content
Start your technology translation project
Upload the complete files and identify the languages, product, audience, terminology requirements, required format and deadline. The appropriate workflow, price and expected completion can then be confirmed.