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Sysfilter for Adobe Illustrator® CC 2020 - 2026
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Sysfilter for Illustrator® is a solution for handling the complete translation process of Adobe Illustrator files.
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| System requirements: | Windows 10 and higher |
| License period: | Including free upgrades and standard support. You may renew your subscription at any time by reordering the subscription. |
| System requirements Adobe products | 16 GB recommended RAM, 2 GB of available hard-disk space for installation; additional free space required during installation; SSD recommended |
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Sysfilter for Illustrator®
Translation workflow for Adobe Illustrator files
Sysfilter for Illustrator® turns Illustrator layouts into translation-friendly files – and back again. Texts are extracted from AI or EPS files into DOCX or XML, translated with your preferred tools, and then automatically reinserted into the original Illustrator document.
The result is a faster, more controlled workflow for multilingual Illustrator projects – with formatting and layout preserved as far as technically possible.
Designed for professional translation agencies, localization teams, technical editors, DTP specialists and companies working with multilingual Illustrator files.
From Illustrator to translation – and back again
Start with your original Illustrator files.
Export text into translation-friendly formats.
Translate with DeepL, ChatGPT, Trados, memoQ, Wordfast, Word or other tools.
Import the translated text into the original layout.
Less copy & paste
Reduce manual text extraction from Illustrator files and avoid repetitive DTP work.
AI-ready translation
Use exported DOCX files with DeepL, ChatGPT, MT systems, CAT tools or Microsoft Word.
Controlled reimport
Bring translated text back into the original Illustrator document and keep the workflow structured.
Why Sysfilter exists
Sysfilter programs were created to eliminate dull, repetitive tasks in translation and DTP. Highly qualified people should not spend hours clicking through DTP programs, copying text by hand, or repairing layouts after translation.
The idea behind Sysfilter is simple: prepare texts from specialist software, process them with standard tools, AI systems or translation environments, and return them automatically to their original format.
Sysfilter programs have supported professional translation and localization workflows since 2002 – and today, around 1,000 companies, language departments, technical editors and translators rely on them in their daily work.
Built for Adobe Illustrator translation workflows
Sysfilter for Illustrator® makes Illustrator content accessible for modern translation processes without forcing you to change your existing tool stack.
DeepL, ChatGPT and other AI-assisted translation tools via DOCX workflows.
RWS Trados, memoQ, Transit, Wordfast and other established translation systems.
Microsoft Word and XML-based workflows for structured review and translation.
Key functions of Sysfilter for Illustrator®
| Function area | What Sysfilter helps you do |
|---|---|
| Translation and text processing | Transfer text automatically between AI/EPS and DOCX or XML. Use DOCX with AI tools, MT systems, CAT tools or Microsoft Word. |
| XML workflow | Export structured XML with support for many character formatting attributes, especially useful for complex Illustrator documents. |
| Batch preparation | Merge hundreds of exported files into one file for efficient translation, review and project handling. |
| Layout and DTP work | Select specific Illustrator layers, rename layers, delete layers and save processed files as EPS or AI. |
| Automation | Start Sysfilter via command line, batch file or external programs for scheduled or integrated workflows. |
| Reporting | Create process reports and logs to support project documentation, troubleshooting and workflow control. |
Proven time and cost savings
Sysfilter programs are designed to save measurable time in every phase of a translation project: preparation, translation, terminology work, quality checking and DTP rework.
| Workflow area | Typical saving potential |
|---|---|
| Translation of exported Sysfilter text instead of direct DTP editing | up to 60% with a word processor |
| Translation with existing translation memory content | up to 95% |
| Automatic translation and AI-assisted translation | up to 95% |
| Familiarization of translators with DTP programs | 100% no Illustrator learning curve for translators |
| Terminology work and term list creation | up to 85% |
| Layout and DTP work after text reimport | up to 95% |
| Correction procedures and quality checks | up to 80% |
Example calculation
Even small time savings per file can become a major economic advantage when Illustrator files are processed regularly. The following example assumes an hourly rate of 40.00 EUR and a saving of at least 20 minutes per file.
| Number of files | Approx. time saved | Approx. cost saving |
|---|---|---|
| 100 files | approx. 33 hours | approx. 1,320 EUR |
| 1,000 files | approx. 330 hours | approx. 13,200 EUR |
| 10,000 files | approx. 3,300 hours | approx. 132,000 EUR |
These values are model calculations based on practical experience with files such as Illustrator, InDesign, Visio, Photoshop and CorelDraw, from roughly 10 text positions per file. Actual savings depend on file structure, translation workflow, tool chain, repetition rate and internal hourly costs.
Who uses Sysfilter?
Compatibility and system requirements
Compatible with Adobe Illustrator CC 2020 to CC 2026.
Recommended for Microsoft Windows 10 or higher.
Requires Microsoft .NET Desktop Runtime 6, x64.
Why Sysfilter for Illustrator® is a smart investment
With Sysfilter for Illustrator® you can:
Next step: See Sysfilter in action
If Illustrator files are part of your translation workflow, Sysfilter for Illustrator® can significantly reduce manual effort, speed up AI-assisted translation and make your process more reliable.
Download the trial version and discover how much time your team can save.
Sysfilter for Illustrator® – professional translation workflows for Adobe Illustrator files.