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Changing back to under community review as a conclusion for the comments - while the app may still work for Studio 2024, this is not guaranteed.

Please add a one-click reset function in Trados Studio (desktop client) to restore the software to its factory default state, eliminating all bugs

I would like to suggest the addition of a "Restore to Factory Settings" feature within the Trados Studio desktop client, similar to the "Reset Window Layout" option, which is brilliantly designed. Although there is a plugin called "Trados Freshstart" that supposedly offers similar functionality, we are not very familiar with the extra  plugin and hence have not used it. My suggestion is to integrate this "Restore to Factory Settings" button directly into the Trados Studio desktop client. This would allow users to revert to the factory state regardless of any unexpected issues without manually renaming folders in the C drive.

 

Moreover, reinstalling the Trados Studio desktop client should restore it to the factory state, avoiding the need for manual folder renaming. Currently, some issues persist even after reinstallation, possibly because the folder in the C drive does not automatically reset to a new position.

 

In our fast-paced translation environment, encountering unexpected issues can be quite disruptive. Having a quick and reliable way to restore Trados Studio (desktop client)  to its original state would ensure that we can continue working without delays, adhering to strict project deadlines. This functionality would be immensely valuable, allowing us to maintain productivity and deliver translations on timewithout being affected by all the errors and bugs.

 

Thank you for considering these suggestions and helping improve Trados Studio desktop software 

  • Screenshot of the RWS AppStore page for Trados Freshstart plugin, showing a note in red stating 'This application is no longer maintained or supported' and red crosses marking outdated compatibility information.

    • This plugin is no longer functioning properly.
    • Plugins from the RWS AppStore often face compatibility issues with different versions of Trados Studio (desktop software).
    • Some plugins themselves contain bugs and have unstable functionalities.
    • Installing too many plugins can significantly slow down the startup speed of Trados Studio (desktop software).
    • We strongly recommend integrating all translation-related features directly into Trados Studio (desktop software) instead of relying on third-party plugins, for the following reasons:
      • Improved Stability: Direct integration ensures that translation support features operate more reliably.
      • Faster Updates: Integrated features can be updated synchronously with Trados Studio, avoiding situations where the software is upgraded but plugins are not updated in time.
      • Better Performance: Reducing reliance on external plugins helps maintain optimal software performance and avoids unnecessary slowdowns.