IT translation includes specialised translation of IT-related documents such as software documentation, user manuals, technical specifications, software interfaces and IT security documentation. It requires translators with an understanding of information technology, software development and IT terminology to ensure that technical information is communicated accurately and clearly.
Why is specialist expertise required?
IT translation involves complex technical information where each term has specific meaning within the IT domain. Incorrect translation of system commands, error messages or configuration instructions can render software unusable or lead to security issues. IT translators must understand both the technology and how IT information is communicated effectively to different target audiences. Software interfaces require particular expertise, as a translation must be concise, fit within limited space and follow platform-specific conventions. Incorrect translation of menus, buttons or system messages confuses users and creates frustration.
What is included in professional IT translation?
Professional IT translation includes translation by IT specialists with documented experience of software and IT systems, review by additional technical experts (four-eyes principle), quality assurance according to ISO standards with ISO-certified system support, IT term bases with verified terminology and localised system terms, as well as adaptation of screenshots, interfaces and technical instructions for the target market. An experienced translation partner with IT translation expertise works with translators who have technical backgrounds or extensive experience in software translation. They use specialised translation tools that handle software files and can extract text from various file formats, whilst building IT term bases that ensure consistent translation of technical terms throughout the entire product documentation. Fluid Translation has extensive experience in translation within IT, technology and software. Contact us for more information.