How to translate a PDF to another language
Translate a PDF online while keeping the layout. Use OCR first for scans, then pick Turkish, English, Spanish or another language.
Text-based PDFs translate directly
If you can select text in the PDF, Translate PDF replaces each line in place with one consistent font and keeps the page structure. Choose a target language such as Turkish or open a dedicated landing like Translate PDF to Turkish.
Scans need OCR first
Image-only pages have nothing to translate. Run OCR PDF so a text layer exists, then open Translate PDF and pick your target language.
What the output looks like
The translation keeps the original page layout. Each text line is replaced in place; if the translation is longer, the font may shrink slightly so it still fits. Very complex designs can still need a Word export for fine editing.
Pick the right source language
OCR and translation both work better when the source language matches the page. A German invoice OCRd as English will translate poorly. Set the OCR language first, then choose the target language in Translate PDF.
Names, numbers, and layout
Proper names and figures usually stay in place. Long sentences in Turkish or German can wrap more than the original English line. If a block overflows, export to Word for a last layout pass instead of stretching the PDF font until it is unreadable.
Questions
- Which languages does IzPDF support?
- Translate PDF covers common targets such as Turkish, English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, and more. Dedicated /translate/… landings list popular pairs.
- Will tables stay aligned?
- Simple tables usually keep structure. Dense multi-column designs may need a Word export for fine spacing after translation.