Adapt It Mobile is a simple related language translation editor designed specifically for mobile devices. Using a tablet or smartphone, you can use Adapt It Mobile to quickly and accurately create draft translations in a related language. Previous translations are stored in a translation memory called a Knowledge Base, and are suggested the next time that particular word or phrase is encountered.
Financial cost: Free
What personnel are needed to bring this resource to fruition, (make the resource available in another language)?
Trained translator
What kind of technical expertise is needed to adapt this resource to your situation?
Minimal mobile device expertise (on-screen or bluetooth keyboard, ability to interact with touchscreen UI)
How much time is required to do all the work required to bring the resource to completion?
Draft translation timeframe is roughly 1/3 of traditional translation timeframe. Training can be completed in about 1 day
What sort of logistical setting is needed? (e.g. quiet space for recording, good Internet access)
Work can be done offline (data is stored locally). Once complete, the work can be exported via USB, bluetooth, or internet connection (message attachment, cloud service, etc.)
what audiences would this tool NOT work for?
Languages requiring complex (graphite) script, languages where foundational analysis has not been done, mother-tongue translators who have not had training in basic translation principles
What challenges or difficulties are there using this resource?
What level of help is available?
Basic – i.e. provide materials and instructions
Unique Characteristics
Adapt It Mobile differs from the desktop version in that it runs on mobile devices, and also supports plain-text adaptation (e.g., health resources; education, literacy, and learning materials).