Convert TLT to TLD

Understanding TLT and TLD file formats

TLT files are typically associated with Trados Studio, a popular computer-assisted translation (CAT) tool. TLT files store translation memory or terminology data, helping translators maintain consistency across projects.

TLD files, on the other hand, are Tag Library Descriptor files used in JavaServer Pages (JSP) technology. They define custom tags and their attributes for use in JSP applications, enabling developers to extend the functionality of web pages.

Why convert TLT to TLD?

Converting a TLT file to a TLD file is not a common workflow, as these formats serve very different purposes. However, if you need to repurpose translation data for use in a web development context, you may need to extract relevant information from a TLT file and structure it according to the TLD XML schema.

How to convert TLT to TLD

There is no direct, automated converter for TLT to TLD due to their different structures and uses. The process typically involves:

1. Extracting data from the TLT file using Trados Studio or a compatible CAT tool.
2. Manually mapping the extracted data to the TLD XML format, ensuring you follow the correct tag library schema.
3. Creating a new TLD file using a text or XML editor, and pasting the mapped data into the appropriate XML structure.

Recommended software for conversion

• Trados Studio: Use to open and export data from TLT files.
• Oxygen XML Editor: Ideal for creating and editing TLD files with XML validation.
• Notepad++: A free text editor suitable for manual XML editing.

Steps:

1. Open your TLT file in Trados Studio.
2. Export the relevant data via File → Export.
3. Open the exported data in Oxygen XML Editor or Notepad++.
4. Manually structure the data according to the TLD schema and save as a .tld file.

Conclusion

While there is no direct tool for TLT to TLD conversion, using Trados Studio for data extraction and Oxygen XML Editor for TLD creation is the most effective workflow. Always validate your TLD file to ensure it meets JSP requirements.