Translating idml- files in Trados in order to convert them into pdf

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Hi there, 
 how do I save a translated idml-file in Trados Studio 2024 in order to convert it into pdf? Thank you for your support. 
 Regards, 
 Martina

RWS Community AI · Accepted Answer

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 Hello Martina, 
 To save a translated IDML file in Trados Studio 2024 and convert it into a PDF, please follow these steps: 
 **Step 1:** Open your IDML file in Trados Studio 2024. Ensure that you have the latest updates installed to avoid compatibility issues. 
 **Step 2:** Translate the content as needed within the Editor view. 
 **Step 3:** Once your translation is complete, go to the menu and select **File > Save Target As**. This will allow you to save the translated document in the IDML format. 
 **Step 4:** After saving the translated IDML file, open it in Adobe InDesign. 
 **Step 5:** In Adobe InDesign, you can then export the document as a PDF by selecting **File > Export**, and choose PDF as the format. 
 This process will ensure that your translated IDML file is correctly saved and converted into a PDF format. If you encounter any issues during these steps, please provide more details about the specific problems, and I would be happy to assist further. 
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Elisa Maxim · Answer

Hi Martina Lingnau 
 There is no file conversion offered through Trados. If your source is idml, the target will be idml as well. You will have to find an online platform/software to convert your idml to pdf. 
 Kind regards,

Anca Stoian · Answer

Hi G&eacute;rard LAMBERT 
 The RWS Community AI does not offer information about pricing, its purpose is to offer information and to suggest troubleshooting or options for the questions posted, but it is not its purpose to offer pricing for various software or to consider whether one owns or not said software. 
 Thank you. 
 Best regards, 
 Anca

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Translating idml- files in Trados in order to convert them into pdf