Trados target segments end up in WORD

Dear Trados experts,

I am using Trados 2022 Professional.

At the end of each workday, I consistently find dozens of files opened in WORD, containing the content of individual target segments.

I have the suspicion that some WORD shortcut command is similar to a Trados command that causes this shifting of the text sections into individual Word files.
Has anyone experienced this phenomenon and knows a remedy?

I would be very grateful for any tips!

Screenshot of a Microsoft Word interface with a notification for a recovered unsaved document in German, and a Navigation pane open on the left side.



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[edited by: Anja von Werden at 7:27 AM (GMT 0) on 24 Feb 2025]
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  • "Probability score": 0.7

    "Question improvement suggestion": Please provide more details about the steps you take before this issue occurs, any error messages you receive, and any recent changes you've made to your system or Trados Studio settings. Also, please specify your operating system and its version.

    In the meantime, based on the information you have provided, here is a suggested answer to your question:

    Hello,

    It seems like you're experiencing an unusual issue where Trados Studio 2022 Professional is opening multiple Word files with individual target segments. This could be due to a variety of factors, including software settings, keyboard shortcuts, or even a bug in the software.

    Here are a few steps you can try to resolve this issue:

    Step 1: Check your Trados Studio settings. Ensure that you have the correct settings for exporting target segments. You can find these settings under "File" > "Options" > "Editor" > "Automation".

    Step 2: Check your keyboard shortcuts. It's possible that a keyboard shortcut in Word is similar to a command in Trados Studio, causing this issue. You can review and change your keyboard shortcuts in Word by going to "File" > "Options" > "Customize Ribbon" > "Keyboard Shortcuts".

    Step 3: Update your software. Make sure you're running the latest version of Trados Studio 2022 Professional. You can check for updates within the application.

    Step 4: If the issue persists, you may want to consider reinstalling Trados Studio. Before doing so, make sure to back up any important data.

    Please note that this is a general guidance and might not solve your issue directly as the exact cause is not clear yet.

    I hope this answer addressed your question. If not, please reject the answer, add the question improvement suggestion information, and click the RWS Community AI checkbox on the right to try again.

    RWS Community AI

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