In today's globalized world, accurate translation is crucial for effective communication, especially in business. However, biases and inaccuracies can creep into translations, leading to misunderstandings. Fortunately, with Promptitude, you can implement the RAG system and eliminate these issues by using your own glossary.
This article will guide you through the process of translating texts accurately by incorporating terms from your glossary, ensuring that your translations are precise and consistent.
Copy Prompt Template to Your Private List
Before diving into the steps, you’ll want to start by copying the prompt template provided by Promptitude to your private list. This will allow you to customize it according to your needs.
Simply check the translation prompt, and click on the "Copy to prompts" button. This way, you can easily access and edit it later.
Step-by-Step Guide
1️⃣ Upload Your Glossary in Promptitude
The first step in ensuring accurate translations is to upload your glossary. Here’s how to do it:
Prepare Your Glossary: Create a glossary in CSV format. This should include the terms you want to translate along with their corresponding translations.
Access Content Storage: Log in to your Promptitude account and navigate to the Content Storage section.
Upload the CSV File: Add a manual folder. Click on the "Upload" button and select your glossary file. Once uploaded, your glossary will be available for use in translations.
Behind the scenes…
After uploading your content, it is automatically divided into small chunks. This helps in identifying and adding only the most relevant parts to your prompt. GPT prompts have a word limit, so chunking helps manage content size effectively.
Default Chunk Settings: Currently, you start with chunks of 150 words and an overlap of 20% to ensure smooth processing.
📌 However, when translating with a glossary in CSV format, you can disregard the chunk size configuration. The content is divided so that each chunk corresponds to one row, meaning one term and all its attributes, across the columns.
2️⃣ Inject Your Glossary into the Prompt
Now that your glossary is uploaded, it’s time to inject it into your translation prompt. Follow these steps:
Open Your Prompt: Go to your private list and open the copied translation prompt.
Configure Context Options: In the input tab, turn on "Add Context to Your Prompt" and select the "Use input variables" option.
Select {{source_text}} variable to search for relevant chunks. This allows the system to dynamically pull in terms from your glossary that match the text you will translate.
Choose appropriate folders and tags to filter content. (glossary location)
Set a content limit, adjust chunk and similarity settings for optimal results.
Define Input Variables: Set up variables such as {{source_text}}, {{source_language}}, and {{target_language}}. This will help the system understand what text to translate and how to apply your glossary.
📌 Keep in mind, it's all about trial and error. The more you experiment with your prompt, the better you'll become at adjusting parameters, content limits, similarity, and more to find the optimal settings.
3️⃣ Translate and Check the Accuracy
With your glossary in place, you can now proceed to translate your text.
Run the Translation: Click on the "Generate" button. The system will process the text, using your glossary to ensure that the terms are translated accurately.
Review the Output: Once the translation is complete, carefully review the output. Check the relevance of your injected content in the “Content” tab, where you can see the list of chunks selected by the AI and their similarity percentage to ensure efficient translation.
Make Adjustments: If you notice any discrepancies or if certain terms were not translated as expected, you can go back to your settings and make necessary adjustments.
⭐️ Bonus
A special bonus with Promptitude is the ability to turn your prompt into a powerful tool that colleagues can use within your account, from Google Sheets, or even from a dedicated page in your prompt. This prompt allows them to easily select and input the information they want to translate from anywhere.
Use Cases
Using your own glossary for translations can be beneficial in various scenarios:
Technical Documentation: Ensure that industry-specific jargon is translated consistently.
Marketing Materials: Maintain brand voice and messaging across different languages.
Legal Documents: Guarantee that legal terms are accurately translated to avoid misunderstandings.
Benefits with Promptitude
By utilizing Promptitude for your translation needs, you can enjoy several advantages:
Consistency: Your glossary ensures that specific terms are translated the same way every time, reducing confusion.
Accuracy: The use of RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) technology helps maintain coherence and minimizes hallucinations in translations.
Efficiency: The streamlined process allows you to translate large volumes of text quickly without sacrificing quality.
Customization: You have complete control over the terms used in your translations, allowing for tailored communication that meets your business needs.
Translating texts accurately is essential for effective communication in business. By using your own glossary with Promptitude, you can eliminate biases and hallucinations, ensuring that your translations are precise and consistent.
Follow the steps outlined in this article to upload your glossary, inject it into your prompts, and produce high-quality translations that reflect your brand's voice and terminology. With Promptitude, you can confidently navigate the complexities of translation and focus on what matters most—growing your business.