“Great communication, perfect translations in different languages in a very short notice. I would recommend! We are very pleased, thank you :-)”
Melissa L.
Google review (INTL) , a year ago
TXT File Translation Services
Plain text files underpin software string exports, data pipeline outputs, and legacy system content. We translate TXT files for software and data workflows in 50+ languages.
Plain Text File Translation
When Plain Text Still Needs Professional Translation
TXT files appear simple but often contain nuances that require care: UTF-8 or UTF-16 encoding, Unix or Windows line endings, key-value string pairs, tab-delimited data, or inline variables enclosed in brackets or percentage signs. A translator who delivers a Word document from a TXT source creates unnecessary integration work.
BeTranslated translates TXT files in the format they arrive in, preserving encoding, line endings, and any variable placeholders. Translators are briefed on the presence of non-translatable elements, and the delivered file is ready to drop into your software build or data pipeline without reformatting.
What We Handle
.txt Translation: Key Capabilities
Encoding Preservation
UTF-8, UTF-16, and ISO-8859 encodings are preserved. The delivered file uses the same character encoding as the source, ensuring compatibility with your existing systems.
Placeholder and Variable Handling
Inline variables such as %name%, {count}, or {{placeholder}} are identified and locked before translation so they are never inadvertently translated or broken.
Line Ending Consistency
Unix (LF) and Windows (CRLF) line endings are matched to the source file. Your parsing scripts and build tools receive exactly the format they expect.
Batch Processing
Large volumes of TXT files, common in software localization projects, are processed in batch with consistent terminology applied across all files using a project glossary.
What Our Clients Say
“Reliable, trustworthy and customer-centric This is the summation of Michael, Suzy and their team of translators. I have worked with them for over a year, and they have +”
Calypso R.
Google review (INTL) , 6 years ago
“Amazing service! Very professional and quick. Greta communication via WhatsApp and email. I needed my documents very last minute and BeTranslated bent over back to help +”
Ines P.
Google review (SL) , 9 months ago
Common Questions
.txt Translation: Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about translating Plain Text files.
Yes. Key-value formats where the key should not be translated and the value should are handled by locking all keys before translation begins. Please include a note about the format structure when submitting. If your strings file uses a specific format such as Android strings.xml or Apple .strings, consider using the XML or JSON format pages for more specific information.
If a TXT file contains content in multiple source languages that all need translating into one target language, we handle this as a multi-source project. Quote on request with the language breakdown included in your submission.
Turnaround for plain text depends on word count rather than file count. We calculate word count after receiving the files and provide a firm quote and timeline. Rush processing for large TXT batches is available with advance notice.
Ready to Start
Ready to Translate Your .txt Files?
Send us your Plain Text file and we will quote as quickly as possible. Format preserved, meaning accurate, delivered on time.