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What type of technology is text-to-speech (TTS)?
What type of technology is text-to-speech (TTS)?
How can you view the translation/edit history of a string?
How can you view the translation/edit history of a string?
What does the waveform and a small play button indicate in some strings?
What does the waveform and a small play button indicate in some strings?
How can you force the technology to read a word or character in a particular way?
How can you force the technology to read a word or character in a particular way?
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How can you suggest adding, editing, or removing information from the guide?
How can you suggest adding, editing, or removing information from the guide?
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Text-to-speech (TTS) is a type of assistive technology that reads digital text visually.
Text-to-speech (TTS) is a type of assistive technology that reads digital text visually.
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The waveform and a small play button indicate that some strings have embedded audio files.
The waveform and a small play button indicate that some strings have embedded audio files.
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You can search for a specific audio file on LAMS by inputting the unique name and selecting 'Exact Match'.
You can search for a specific audio file on LAMS by inputting the unique name and selecting 'Exact Match'.
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The Speech Synthesis Markup Language (SSML) provides a way to mark text up for generation of synthetic speech.
The Speech Synthesis Markup Language (SSML) provides a way to mark text up for generation of synthetic speech.
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To edit a string, you need to click on the clock icon.
To edit a string, you need to click on the clock icon.
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When should users consult with a project manager according to the text?
When should users consult with a project manager according to the text?
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What is the purpose of the 'Row History' feature in MemoQ software?
What is the purpose of the 'Row History' feature in MemoQ software?
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What action is required before closing the MemoQ software?
What action is required before closing the MemoQ software?
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What is the function of the 'Find All - Replace All' tool in MemoQ software?
What is the function of the 'Find All - Replace All' tool in MemoQ software?
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In MemoQ software, what is the purpose of the 'Termbase' tool?
In MemoQ software, what is the purpose of the 'Termbase' tool?
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True or false: The 'Row History' feature in MemoQ software allows users to revert a change by selecting the string and using a specific keyboard shortcut.
True or false: The 'Row History' feature in MemoQ software allows users to revert a change by selecting the string and using a specific keyboard shortcut.
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True or false: Users are advised to follow provided glossaries and checklists before making any changes, and linguistic errors affecting more than 15 strings require consultation with a project manager.
True or false: Users are advised to follow provided glossaries and checklists before making any changes, and linguistic errors affecting more than 15 strings require consultation with a project manager.
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True or false: The search function in MemoQ allows users to look up strings only in the target language.
True or false: The search function in MemoQ allows users to look up strings only in the target language.
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True or false: Synchronization in MemoQ software is important to ensure that changes are saved, and a deadline is set for exporting the project at the end of the round.
True or false: Synchronization in MemoQ software is important to ensure that changes are saved, and a deadline is set for exporting the project at the end of the round.
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True or false: The 'Find All - Replace All' tool in MemoQ software allows users to replace multiple strings at once.
True or false: The 'Find All - Replace All' tool in MemoQ software allows users to replace multiple strings at once.
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Study Notes
MemoQ Software for Translation and LQA Overview
- MemoQ software is used for translation and LQA (Language Quality Assurance) projects.
- The software provides features for making changes, sorting, checking other languages, and synchronizing projects.
- Users are advised to follow provided glossaries and checklists before making any changes and to consult with their Lead if unsure.
- Linguistic errors affecting more than 15 strings require consultation with a project manager.
- After the LQA round, all changes made in the MemoQ text file are exported and sent back to the client.
- The search function in MemoQ allows users to look up strings in both source and target languages, and it can be narrowed down using keywords.
- Users can start a new search by clicking on the "CANCEL SEARCH" button and can search by string ID.
- When making changes, users need to confirm the segment using CTRL+ENTER and can revert a change by selecting the string and using the "Row History" feature.
- Sorting filters allow users to sort strings by various criteria such as confirmed & unconfirmed, last changed, or alphabetical order.
- The software also offers tools such as Concordance, Termbase, Find All - Replace All, Non-breakable space, Select All, Track-Untrack, Spell & QA checks, and Delivery.
- These tools are useful for ensuring consistency, checking for term translations in the past, managing glossary terms, replacing multiple strings, handling non-breakable spaces, confirming multiple changes at once, tracking changes, and running spell and quality assurance checks.
- Synchronization is important to ensure that no changes are lost, and users are required to synchronize before closing the software. A deadline is set for exporting the project at the end of the round.
MemoQ Software for Translation and LQA Overview
- MemoQ software is used for translation and LQA (Language Quality Assurance) projects.
- The software provides features for making changes, sorting, checking other languages, and synchronizing projects.
- Users are advised to follow provided glossaries and checklists before making any changes and to consult with their Lead if unsure.
- Linguistic errors affecting more than 15 strings require consultation with a project manager.
- After the LQA round, all changes made in the MemoQ text file are exported and sent back to the client.
- The search function in MemoQ allows users to look up strings in both source and target languages, and it can be narrowed down using keywords.
- Users can start a new search by clicking on the "CANCEL SEARCH" button and can search by string ID.
- When making changes, users need to confirm the segment using CTRL+ENTER and can revert a change by selecting the string and using the "Row History" feature.
- Sorting filters allow users to sort strings by various criteria such as confirmed & unconfirmed, last changed, or alphabetical order.
- The software also offers tools such as Concordance, Termbase, Find All - Replace All, Non-breakable space, Select All, Track-Untrack, Spell & QA checks, and Delivery.
- These tools are useful for ensuring consistency, checking for term translations in the past, managing glossary terms, replacing multiple strings, handling non-breakable spaces, confirming multiple changes at once, tracking changes, and running spell and quality assurance checks.
- Synchronization is important to ensure that no changes are lost, and users are required to synchronize before closing the software. A deadline is set for exporting the project at the end of the round.
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Learn to navigate and utilize LAMS, Sony's in-house software for game localization with this comprehensive guide. Explore setting up information, searching and editing techniques, and working with audio files. Access other language options and gain valuable tips for efficient localization. Perfect for game developers and localization professionals.
