Multilingual Desktop Publishing (DTP) Services

Get your multilingual files publication-ready with our professional translation and layout adaptation services for print and digital materials.

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Why Your Translated Designs Need Multilingual DTP

Translating text changes its length, direction, and structure — and without proper layout adjustments, even great translations can break your design and slow down your release process.

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Visually Consistent Layouts

Maintain professional design across languages.

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Perfect Alignment

Preserve your original layout even with text expansion, contraction or RTL scripts like Arabic.

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Font Compatibility

Keep every character displaying correctly with localized fonts.

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Print-Ready Files

Get fully formatted, ready-to-publish files in your preferred formats (PDF, AI, InDD, etc.).

Real Example: Complex Layout Adaptation

This side-by-side comparison from our localization guide needed to maintain visual balance and parallel structure across English and Korean — despite significant differences in text length and character density.

Icon alignment

X marks and checkmarks consistently positioned despite varying text lengths

Column balance

Both sides remain visually equivalent even with different content density

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Parallel structure

Korean text is more compact, but layout maintains the same visual rhythm as English

Text optimization

Line breaks adjusted for Korean grammar while preserving professional readabilit

Key DTP Achievements in This Example

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Parallel structure preserved despite Korean text being generally 15-20% more compact than English

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Parallel structure preserved despite Korean text being generally 15-20% more compact than English

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Parallel structure preserved despite Korean text being generally 15-20% more compact than English

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Parallel structure preserved despite Korean text being generally 15-20% more compact than English

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Parallel structure preserved despite Korean text being generally 15-20% more compact than English

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Parallel structure preserved despite Korean text being generally 15-20% more compact than English

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Why Your Translated Designs Need Multilingual DTP

Translating text changes its length, direction, and structure — and without proper layout adjustments, even great translations can break your design and slow down your release process.

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Brochures, flyers, and marketing materials

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Technical manuals and user guides

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Product catalogs and datasheets

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UI layouts and visual assets with embedded text

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Training materials and presentations

File Formats and Tools

Keep your layouts pixel-perfect across platforms — we handle everything from Adobe InDesign to Figma and PowerPoint.

Supported formats:

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INDD
ai
AI
psd
PSD
pdf
PDF
svg
SVG
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QXP
pptx
PPTX
docx
DOCX
gif
FIG
more
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Why Outsource Multilingual DTP to Alconost

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Experts in 120+ Languages

Native-speaking linguists guarantee accurate translation and natural cultural adaptation.

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Brand Consistency

We preserve your brand identity across all languages.

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Technical Expertise

Our designers understand multilingual layouts, right-to-left scripts, and print requirements.

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Built-in Quality Assurance

Every localized file goes through QA for accuracy and design consistency.

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Data Security

All files are handled securely under NDA (if required) and in compliance with ISO-certified workflows.

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Full-Stack Team

Our DTP and QA teams work as one, so you get publish-ready layouts from the first pass. This cuts long revision cycles and helps you release faster.

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ISO 9001:2015

Quality Management System

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ISO 17100:2015

Requirements for the Translation Service Provider (TSP)

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ISO 18587:2017

Translation Services – Requirements for Post-Editing of Machine Translation Output

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Our Integrated DTP Process

We combine DTP, translation, and quality assurance into a single workflow. This approach delivers consistent quality and gets your materials to market faster.

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Project Analysis and Setup

We receive your source files, analyze layouts, and prepare them for localization.

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Parallel Workflow (DTP + Translation)

Our native translators and DTP specialists work together, often in cloud-based platforms, to maintain consistency.

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In-Layout QA

Native speakers review layouts in context. We guarantee 100% linguistic and visual accuracy.

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Final Delivery

You receive publication-ready files. Send them directly to print, upload to your website, or publish to app stores.

客戶評價

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Yulia Karostik,支援與本地化主管

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我們接受外部評估,包括 App Store 和 Google Play 的評估,而他們都對我們的本地化品質給予高度評價。 我們也偶爾會向其他機構訂購本地化品質保證 (LQA) 服務,他們對 Alconost 的工作評價非常高。 基本上,在 Vizor 與 Alconost 合作的這些年來,我們從未遇到品質問題。 我相信他們絕不會讓我們失望。

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Vitalia Fokina,本地化專案經理

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他們的客戶支援服務無可挑剔。 他們對我們需求的關心程度超乎我的預期。 

我們最欣賞的是,他們非常清楚如何使用 Crowdin 並提供 MTPE(機器翻譯之譯後編輯)服務。 這百分之百符合我們的需求!

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Radinka Danilov Sehovic,資深行銷與傳播專家

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結合使用 MT、MTPE(機器翻譯之譯後編輯)與真人翻譯,我們便能快速且經濟實惠地為遊戲新增語言。在行銷部門還不確定特定地區潛力如何的早期階段,這一點至關重要。

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Yulia Karostik,支援與本地化主管

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我已經在好幾個專案上與 Alconost 合作了,他們的工作成果總是讓我印象深刻。 他們快速、準確,而且價格實惠。 我絕對會向任何正在尋找本地化公司的人推薦他們。

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Chloe Chen,產品經理

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Alconost 是間優秀的本地化公司。 他們總是能準時達成且符合預算,翻譯內容也始終準確無誤。 我絕對會向任何尋找本地化公司的人推薦他們。

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David Lee,創意長 (CCO)

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FAQ

How do you guarantee DTP quality?

We use In-Layout QA where native speakers review the final layouts in context. This catches issues that text-only review misses, including spacing problems, font rendering issues, and cultural appropriateness. Every project goes through multiple checkpoints before delivery.

Can you work directly in my Figma/Sketch files?

Yes. We work with Figma, Sketch, and other design tools. Our team can adapt your existing files for different languages while maintaining your design system and component structure.

What if I only need DTP without translation?

We handle DTP-only projects. If you already have translations, we'll integrate them into your layouts and ensure proper formatting for each language.

How do you handle text expansion?

Our DTP specialists adjust layouts to accommodate language differences. German typically expands 30% from English, while Chinese contracts. We modify text boxes, adjust spacing, and reflow content to maintain your design integrity.

How much does DTP cost?

Pricing depends on:

  • File format and complexity
  • Number of languages and script types
  • Page count and graphic density
  • Timeline requirements

Contact us with your project details for an accurate quote.

What languages do you support?

We provide translation services in over 120 languages, including not just the widely spoken ones like English, Chinese, Japanese, German, French, and Spanish but also rare languages and dialects. We can find a translator in almost any language that you need.

How do you select translators for my project?

For each project, we handpick translators who specialize in the required domain. Our localization managers consider the training and professional background of translators to ensure the best match between project needs and the translator's qualifications.

We typically assign one or more translators to your project and maintain a consistent working relationship with them. This is beneficial if you have large projects with periodic updates or simply prefer a specific translator's style. In the rare event of a translator change, we provide the glossary and translation memory to the new translator so that the project remains consistent in terminology and style.

What industries do you specialize in?

Your content is translated by specialized linguists with deep industry expertise. We cover a wide range of industries, including but not limited to:

  • Technology & Software
  • e-Commerce & Retail
  • Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • Finance & FinTech
  • Education & e-Learning
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Gaming & Entertainment
  • Marketing & Advertising
  • Manufacturing & Engineering
  • Automotive & Transportation
  • Media & Publishing
  • Food & Beverage

And many more!

How do you make sure translations are delivered on time?

We provide clear, detailed timelines for your project, with full visibility via our localization platform, so you can track progress in real time. If you need to accelerate completion, we offer flexible options like adding extra resources or setting up a minimum viable localization strategy to save time without sacrificing quality. We also use technology to automate manual tasks and speed up the workflow.

What if I need a faster turnaround?

For time-sensitive or urgent requests, we offer flexible solutions to speed up the translation process. This may include adding extra resources or implementing a minimum viable localization strategy to save time while maintaining quality.

How is the cost of a translation calculated?

The cost of your translation project depends on several key factors, including the language pair (source and target), text volume, amount of repeated content (available in a Translation Memory), and service level.

We offer flexible service levels so you can balance costs based on the type of content. For non-critical content, we provide cost-effective machine translation post-editing (MTPE), where we select the best engine for each language and have a human translator review the text for accuracy. For critical, customer-facing content, we offer fully human translation and/or transcreation, as well as international SEO services.

We also use translation memory, so you only pay for new content. Repeated or previously translated text can receive up to a 100% discount, helping you save time and reduce costs.

For our pay-as-you-go model, translation costs are calculated per 1,000 characters (spaces included). HTML tags are excluded when calculating text volume. There are no subscriptions, so you only pay for the work completed.

Pricing varies by language. We work with native-speaking translators who live in the target cultures and compensate them fairly based on the cost of living in their country. Rates may also vary depending on the language's rarity or the project's complexity.

Lastly, we offer volume discounts for larger projects. The more content you need to translate, the more you can save.

For a customized quote or more information, feel free to contact us directly.

Do I pay for repeated text in my translation?

We use translation memory, so you only pay for new content. Repeated or previously translated text can receive up to a 100% discount, helping you save time and reduce costs. Additionally, we offer volume discounts for larger projects: the more content you need to translate, the more you can save.

Does pricing vary by language?

The cost of your project depends on four key factors: service level, text volume, content repetition, and languages (both target and source).

Our flexible service levels let you balance costs based on the type of content. For non-critical content, we offer cost-effective machine translation post-editing (MTPE), where we first select the best engine for each language and then have a human translator review the text for accuracy. For critical, customer-facing content, we provide fully human translation, transcreation, and international SEO services.

We also use translation memory, meaning you only pay for new content. Repeated or previously translated text can receive up to a 100% discount, helping you save time and reduce costs. Additionally, we offer volume discounts for larger projects: the more content you need to translate, the more you can save. For specific details, feel free to contact us for a customized quote.

Finally, pricing does vary by language. We work with native-speaking translators who live in the cultures you're targeting, and we pay them fairly based on the cost of living in their country. Rates may also vary depending on the rarity of the language or the complexity of the project.

For a customized quote or more information, feel free to contact us directly.

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