https://www.proz.com/forum/sdl_trados_support/28607-trados_65_winalign_%3A_what_does_the_little_red_padlock_mean.html
This site uses cookies. Some of these cookies are essential to the operation of the site, while others help to improve your experience by providing insights into how the site is being used. For more information, please see the ProZ.com privacy policy.
Cookie settings

Technical forums » Trados support »
Trados 6.5 WinAlign : what does the little red padlock mean?
Thread poster: NancyLynn
NancyLynn
NancyLynn
Canada
Local time: 01:29
Member (2002)
French to English
+ ...

MODERATOR
Jan 20, 2005

Hi,
Small question: I'm doing a (huge) winalign project. Some English segments are spread over 3 French ones. I can link two, but not 3. The 3rd gives me a red padlock sign.

How do I get around it?

Thanks,
Nancy
 
Hynek Palatin
Hynek Palatin  Identity Verified
Czech Republic
Local time: 07:29
Member (2003)
English to Czech
+ ...
Join segments? Jan 20, 2005

I am not sure what the padlock means, but you can try to join segments (select the segments and press CTRL+J).
 
Ralf Lemster
Ralf Lemster  Identity Verified
Germany
Local time: 07:29
English to German
+ ...
Check other links Jan 20, 2005

Hi Nancy,
You can link three (or more) into one, but you cannot link over multiple levels.

For example, let's assume you have source segments, A, B, C, and D and target segments E, F, G, and H. You can link B+C+D to F, but not if D is also linked to G - that's a typical situation where you get the 'padlock'. Therefore, check whether the unit you're trying to link is connected elsewhere.

HTH, Ralf
 
NancyLynn
NancyLynn
Canada
Local time: 01:29
Member (2002)
French to English
+ ...

MODERATOR
TOPIC STARTER
Thank you both Jan 21, 2005

Now that I am back to work, I'll try what Hynek has said.

You're right, Ralf, that is what happened.

Nancy
 


To report site rules violations or get help, contact a site moderator:

Moderator(s) of this forum
Natalie[Call to this topic]
Myron Netchypor[Call to this topic]
Marco Ramón[Call to this topic]
Maya Gorgoshidze[Call to this topic]
Prachya Mruetusatorn[Call to this topic]

You can also contact site staff by submitting a support request »

Trados 6.5 WinAlign : what does the little red padlock mean?


Translation news related to SDL Trados
» RWS to Buy SDL in Transformative Deal for the Language Industry
(0 comments)
» SDL Partners with Reynen Court
(0 comments)
» SDL to Launch SLATE: Frictionless, Self-Serve, Translation on Demand
(0 comments)


Forum rules
Help and orientation




Trados Studio 2022 Freelance
The leading translation software used by over 270,000 translators.

Designed with your feedback in mind, Trados Studio 2022 delivers an unrivalled, powerful desktop and cloud solution, empowering you to work in the most efficient and cost-effective way.

More info »
Trados Business Manager Lite
Create customer quotes and invoices from within Trados Studio

Trados Business Manager Lite helps to simplify and speed up some of the daily tasks, such as invoicing and reporting, associated with running your freelance translation business.

More info »