Trados Studio
Frequently asked questions
What is Trados Studio 2022?
What’s new in Trados Studio 2022?
- Exciting new AI capabilities to maximize your efficiency and elevate your productivity
- Better-than-ever synchronization between the desktop application and our cloud platform, letting you work wherever you choose
- New file types that help Studio cater to the widest variety of translation use cases, widening the scope of work you can accept
- Hundreds of updates made with the feedback of all our users in mind, designed to help you work however you want
How do I get Trados Studio 2022?
- Through our online store (for freelancers)
- Through your local reseller or by contacting an RWS representative (for LSPs and corporations)
Do I have to pay for Trados Studio's cloud capabilities?
- Secure cloud backup of your work
- Access to the online editor, letting you work from anywhere on any device
- The option to prepare or create projects either online or in the desktop app
- The ability to process projects in the cloud while working on another project in the desktop application.
What is the new Manager view (beta)?
Can I purchase Trados Studio on a subscription?
Subscription or perpetual: which Trados Studio license is right for you?
Whether you purchase Trados Studio on a subscription or buy a perpetual license, you will receive the same features and functionality. However, there are differences in the benefits you receive:
Subscription
When purchasing an annual subscription for Trados Studio, the initial cost will be lower than the cost of a perpetual license. Access to the software is for the duration of your subscription and you will not own the software outright.
During your subscription, you will receive free updates and service releases. You’ll also receive upgrades to future editions of Trados Studio, ensuring you continue to benefit from the new functionality and enhancements when released.
With a Trados Studio subscription, you will have the flexibility to easily add extra licenses for new team members and also cancel at the end of your contract.
Perpetual
When purchasing a perpetual license for Trados Studio, the initial cost will be higher than an annual subscription. However, the license does not expire and you own the software outright, meaning you may use it for many years to come.
You will receive updates and service releases for the version of Trados Studio you have purchased for as long as RWS supports the version. Should you wish to upgrade to future editions of Studio, you’ll be able to do so for a fee.
The choice is yours!
For organizations whose translation team needs to scale rapidly or have varying workloads, purchasing Trados Studio licenses on an annual subscription may be the best option. Other companies who may prefer to fix their costs at the outset may prefer to opt for perpetual licenses.
Whether you’re a freelancer or an organization, if you’re unsure which option is best for you, please get in touch with us or contact your local reseller.
Can I upgrade to Trados Studio 2022 from older versions of the software?
Will older versions of Trados Studio still be supported by RWS?
Trados Studio 2022 is the fully supported release of Trados Studio.
RWS continues to support Studio 2021 as the limited support release.
Trados Studio 2019, 2017, 2015, 2014, 2011 and 2009 are in retired state and are no longer supported. RWS does not provide technical assistance, license resets, issue service packs or hotfixes for these retired releases.
Further information about supported releases can be found on the RWS Community.
When I upgrade, can I have Trados Studio 2022 installed along with older versions of the software?
How do I upgrade to Trados Studio 2022?
- Deactivate your current Trados Studio 2019/2021 license(s)
- Go to your Trados Studio application
- Click on Help > Product Activation > Deactivate
- Upgrade your license from your RWS account
- Log in to your RWS account and go to the Licenses section.
- On the left-hand side, you should see ‘Upgrades’ available, marked with a yellow arrow icon. Click on the icon to see the Upgrades page.
- Click on the Upgrade button to process the license upgrade. If you have several licenses, please bear in mind that you need to choose the number of user licenses that you wish to upgrade.
- A new licensing code will be generated.
- Copy the new licensing code and paste it in the Studio 2022 application to activate it.
Can you provide a summary of compatibility details for Trados Studio 2022?
Trados Studio 2022 no longer offers out-of-the-box support for legacy Trados file types, including ITD, TTX and Bilingual Workbench. If you are still working with these file types, please install the Trados Compatibility and Migration Power Pack app from the RWS AppStore. The app is installed as an add-on and will enable you to open and work with projects that include legacy file types. RWS recommends that you consider converting legacy file types to the latest .SDLXLIFF format.
Studio 2019/2021 Translation Memory (*.sdltm) | Studio 2019/2021 (*.sdlxliff) | Legacy TMs (SDLX and Trados 2007) | |
Open | Yes | Yes | Upgrade through wizard or read through AppStore plugins |
Save/Export | Yes | Yes | Export through TMX, TM Management app, and various other apps available through the AppStore |
Create | Yes | Yes | Only through the legacy applications |
Is Trados Studio 2022 compatible with previous versions of Studio?
Yes, we offer full compatibility in terms of translation memory and bilingual files across Trados Studio 2019, 2021, 2022 and 2024.
Although translation memories and bilingual files are compatible across Studio versions from 2009 to 2024, as we continue to add more features, there are potential discrepancies in feature availability, word counts and file types when working in older versions of Trados Studio. Some of the latest features, such as upLIFT, are only fully available in Studio 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022 and 2024.
Is Trados Studio compatible with other products in the Trados product portfolio?
- Our cloud offerings, including Trados Team, Trados Accelerate and Trados Enterprise.
- Trados GroupShare 2020 and Trados GroupShare 2017. We recommend using the latest released version of GroupShare 2020. For details on latest releases, see our knowledge base for GroupShare 2020.
- Passolo 2022 and Passolo 2018. We recommend using the latest released version of Passolo 2022. For details on latest releases, see our knowledge base for Passolo 2022.
- Trados Business Manager Essential, Trados Business Manager Team and Trados Business Manager Enterprise.
What are the system requirements for Trados Studio?
What is a Trados Studio service release?
How do I install Trados Studio service releases?
- Exit Trados Studio and MultiTerm.
- Login to your account.
- Go to the "Downloads" section.
- Once in the "Downloads" section, select Trados Studio/ MuliTerm service release, which will be clearly marked and select the download button. Save the executable files to your local hard disc.
- Once downloaded, run the executable file and follow the wizard-driven process.
- The Trados Studio /MultiTerm service release installers will automatically detect the currently installed Trados Studio/MultiTerm software and uninstall it in the background.
Do I have to pay to install Trados Studio service releases?
When is the official launch of Trados Studio 2024?
Trados Studio 2024 is coming soon and is not yet available. However:
- If you purchased Trados Studio 2022 perpetual on or after 1st March 2024, you will receive Studio 2022 immediately and receive Trados Studio 2024 for free upon release.
- If you have an active Trados Studio subscription or an active Support and Maintenance Agreement (SMA), you will receive Trados Studio 2024 automatically upon release.
How will I know when Trados Studio 2024 is ready to download?
If I buy Trados Studio 2022 now, will I be eligible for a free upgrade to Trados Studio 2024?
If I have already bought Trados Studio 2022, am I eligible for an upgrade to Trados Studio 2024?
Can I upgrade to Trados Studio 2024 from an older version of the software?
Can I purchase or upgrade to Trados Studio 2024 Freelance Plus?
Who is entitled to a free upgrade to Trados Studio 2024 upon release?
Will there be a MultiTerm major release? If so, when will it take place?
How do I pre-order Trados Studio 2024?
You can preorder Trados Studio 2024 from 4th April 2024. By pre-ordering Trados Studio 2024, you will receive a special introductory price and will be one of the first to receive the latest software upon release.
Freelance translators: Visit our online store or contact your local reseller.
For Trados Studio 2022 customers:
- On our store, add the 'Pre-order Trados Studio 2024' package to your cart and proceed to payment where you can purchase at a special pre-launch price.
- Please note you will be notified when Studio 2024 has been released and added to your RWS account.
For Trados Studio 2021 or Trados Studio 2019 customers:
- On our store, under 'Trados Studio Freelance perpetual', select the option to 'Upgrade', add the package to your cart and proceed to payment.
- You will then receive an email confirmation of your order, at which point you can download and start using Trados Studio 2022. The Trados Studio 2024 package will be automatically added to your RWS account upon release.
For new customers, or customers who are using Studio 2017 or earlier:
Choose whether to purchase a perpetual license for Trados Studio or start a Trados Studio subscription.
Trados Studio subscription
- On our store, under 'Trados Studio Freelance subscription', select the option to 'Buy', add to your cart and proceed to payment.
- You will then receive an email confirmation of your order, at which point you can download and start using Trados Studio 2022. The Trados Studio 2024 package will be automatically added to your RWS account upon release.
- On our store, under 'Trados Studio Freelance perpetual', select the option to 'Buy', add the package to your cart and proceed to payment.
- You will then receive an email confirmation of your order, at which point you can download and start using Trados Studio 2022. The Trados Studio 2024 package will be automatically added to your RWS account upon release.
If you need help with your order, our customer service team will be happy to help you via live chat.
LSPs and Corporates: Please get in touch with us or contact your local reseller.
Please note: If you have an active Trados Studio subscription or an active Support and Maintenance Agreement (SMA), you will receive Trados Studio 2024 automatically upon release.