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2.5 Using AI Translation

Configure source and target languages, translation modes, and AI translation options.

Open AI Translate

In the top toolbar center area, click the purple AI Translate button.

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AI Translate modal opened from the toolbar

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Figure 2.5.1: Open AI Translate from the editor toolbar.

Set the translation inputs

Original Language: choose the source language.
Target Language: this is the current working language in the editor.
Optional style prompt: add tone or formatting guidance if needed.
Preview style prompt: test one line before you run the full job.

Choose the sample line

For preview, use Longest line, Random line, or the Sequence picker.

Preview only tests the prompt. It does not change the script.

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Preview controls for longest line, random line, and sequence

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Figure 2.5.2: Test the style prompt on one sample line.

Choose the translation mode

Translate all empty lines: fill only missing translations.
Force overwrite: replace existing translations in the working language.
Google translation (non-AI): use Google Translate instead of the AI mode.
Skip stage directions: leave stage-direction rows untranslated.

Start the job

Click Translate in the dialog footer.
Review the estimate in the confirmation dialog.
Click Confirm and start in the confirmation dialog footer.

Translation cannot be cancelled once it starts. Save your work first and treat the run as a full background job.

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Translation confirmation dialog with estimate and Confirm and start

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Figure 2.5.3: Confirm the translation job.

FAQ

Common questions for this workflow, based on the current SurtitleLive system.

How do I avoid overwriting finished translations?+

Use the option that translates only empty lines so existing translation work stays in place.

Can I intentionally replace existing translations?+

Yes. Use the force-overwrite option when you want AI to replace existing translation text.

Deployment Workflow

Continue In This Workflow

Script preparation, translation workflow, live deployment, operator control, and runtime troubleshooting.

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2.6 Writing Effective Translation Prompts

Write better AI prompt instructions for tone, rhythm, subtext, and stage intent.

2.7 Exporting Your Script

Export scripts to Excel or PowerPoint and choose the right format for your workflow.

2.8 Backing Up Your Project

Create local backups with exports and understand what SurtitleLive already saves automatically.