Technical translation
Catalogue and Brochure Translation with RTL Layout
Product catalogues, brochures and price lists translated and laid out in Arabic, Persian, Urdu and 40+ languages, delivered as print-ready files that look as good as the originals. Part of our technical translation services, combined with our DTP and layout localization (LTR and RTL) - see also technical manual translation.
Product Catalogues
Large catalogues with tables, codes and technical data, laid out page by page.
Brochures and Leaflets
Marketing texts adapted to the culture of each market.
Price Lists and Data Sheets
Tables and figures checked line by line.
Packaging and Labels
Texts and layout for boxes, labels and displays.
Why us
Design that reads naturally in every direction
In right-to-left languages the whole page is mirrored, not just the text.
- ✓Full right-to-left mirroring: pages, tables, charts and images
- ✓Correct fonts and typography for Arabic, Persian, Urdu and Asian scripts
- ✓Layout in InDesign and Illustrator done in-house, no third-party DTP
- ✓A native linguist checks every page of the final layout
- ✓Print-ready PDF plus open files for your future updates
How we work
From your InDesign files to a print-ready catalogue
Four clear steps, one project manager.
Formats: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, PDF
Small projects: quote within a few hours. Large projects: within 24 hours.
FAQ
Catalogue Translation and DTP: Frequently Asked Questions
What companies ask us most often before sending their catalogues.
What does RTL layout mean?
Arabic, Persian, Urdu and Hebrew are read from right to left. In an RTL layout the whole page is mirrored: columns, tables, images and page order follow the reading direction.
Do I need to send the open files?
Open files (InDesign, Illustrator) give the best result and the lowest cost. If you only have a PDF, we rebuild the layout from scratch.
Which fonts do you use for Arabic and Persian?
We choose professional fonts that match the style of your brand and support every character of the target language, and we tell you about any licence you need.
Can you deliver print-ready files?
Yes. We work directly in your InDesign, Illustrator or FrameMaker files and deliver print-ready PDF and open files, also in right-to-left languages.
How is the price of a technical translation calculated?
The price is based on the word count of the source text, the language pair, the subject and the layout work required. Repeated content and updates cost less thanks to the translation memory. You receive a fixed quote before we start.