{"id":2640,"date":"2012-05-25T17:51:28","date_gmt":"2012-05-25T17:51:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.investintech.com\/resources\/blog\/?p=2640"},"modified":"2021-08-03T15:25:43","modified_gmt":"2021-08-03T15:25:43","slug":"how-to-translate-pdf-documents-without-learning-another-language","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.investintech.com\/resources\/blog\/archives\/2640-how-to-translate-pdf-documents-without-learning-another-language.html","title":{"rendered":"How to Translate PDF Documents Without Learning Another Language"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Translating<\/p>\n

It isn\u2019t uncommon to come across PDF files in different languages. In fact, with the large global and international nature of the Internet, it\u2019s hard not to come across one.<\/p>\n

Whether it\u2019s an online information brochure or an offline manual for a digital camera, a PDF file can come in all different types of languages. \u00a0However, one major issue is that, in most cases, you won\u2019t be able to read in every different language fluently. So what do you?<\/p>\n

Luckily, if you come across a PDF file in a different language, you don\u2019t have to stress yourself out to learn a new language with a translation dictionary or database. \u00a0Here are some quick, easily accessible ways that can quickly get your PDF content into a language you can understand.<\/p>\n

Google Translate<\/strong><\/p>\n

You may already know that Google can translate web pages, text, and phrases to and from 65 different languages. It\u2019s as simple as adjusting your browser settings to auto-translate web pages or copying and pasting text to translate in the main Google Translate<\/a> interface.<\/p>\n

\"Google<\/p>\n

Well, translating PDF content with Google is just as simple. Once you\u2019re on the main Google Translate page, click on the \u00a0translate a document<\/a><\/em><\/strong> hypertext link under the main text field. \u00a0You\u2019ll get the above interface where you can click on Choose File<\/strong> to upload your PDF and select your target language.<\/p>\n

However, one thing to note is that this tool is geared only towards translating the textual content; formatting and images aren\u2019t preserved. Thus, you can expect this to work best when you need to translate and interpret large sections of text. When the translation process is done, your converted text will be available in a new tab in your browser.<\/p>\n

Google Docs<\/strong><\/p>\n

While the above method doesn\u2019t require a Google account, it\u2019s quite possible that you already have one. If you do, and are already an avid user of Google Docs<\/a>, then you can easily take advantage of its Translate Document functionality and use it on your uploaded PDFs.<\/p>\n

Provided that your PDF was imported into Google Docs by selecting all the Upload settings to convert it to the Google Docs format (displayed when you upload a document), you should be able to open your PDF in the main editing interface with the main menu and formatting toolbars.<\/p>\n

\"How<\/p>\n

With your PDF open in Google Docs, click on Tools <\/strong>and select Translate Document<\/strong>. You can then choose your desired language and click on Translate<\/strong>. The results will be generated in a new PDF file with both the original and translated versions included.<\/p>\n

DocTranslator<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Doc<\/p>\n

Though the many ads on the site and interface may put you off, DocTranslator<\/a> has a solid database, using the Google Translate service to process your textual content and containing translation support for more than 50 languages. \u00a0To boot, the site offers translation for a handful of popular formats without file size restrictions, including the PDF format.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind that this tool should only be used for translating PDF content that isn\u2019t sensitive, confidential, or in need of any sort of security at all (files such as manuals, brochures, fliers, etc.). The fine print on their privacy statement mentions that it doesn\u2019t include PDF files. So you\u2019ll have to use your own discretion on which PDF content you want translated.<\/p>\n

\"Doc<\/p>\n

To access the PDF translation app, click and select the PDF option on the homepage, and you\u2019ll be able to upload your PDF and choose your target language. \u00a0In contrast to Google Translate, DocTranslator \u00a0works towards retaining the formatting and layout of the file, though your results may vary.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

It isn\u2019t uncommon to come across PDF files in different languages. In fact, with the large global and international nature of the Internet, it\u2019s hard not to come across one. 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