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A Complete Workflow to Translate Tables/Charts Without Losing Style
Doc2Trans Team
2026-02-01
Tables and charts are the most fragile parts of a document. Without the right process, they break first.
Common failure scenarios
- Column widths expand and push content out
- Merged cells lose structure
- Chart labels and legends shift
- Numbers and units are reformatted
Full workflow (6 steps)
- Structure-level extraction for tables and chart objects
- Terminology & unit preprocessing
- Segmented translation to control length
- Structure-level reinsertion by cell and element
- Layout validation for overflow and misalignment
- Human spot checks on key pages
Pre-delivery checklist
- Headers and column widths match
- Merged cells are correct
- Chart labels are intact
- Numbers and units remain consistent
FAQ
Q: Why do tables break most often?
A: Even small length changes can overflow cells and disrupt widths.
Q: Can chart text be translated safely?
A: Yes, if the chart object structure is preserved.
Q: How do we reduce rework?
A: Use structured reinsertion and layout validation before delivery.
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