Catalogue covers in English, Hebrew and Simplified Chinese, with PDF tags marked on the Hebrew cover for the heading, the body text and the image

Desktop Publishing and PDF Accessibility Services

DTP Services Berlin

Desktop publishing and PDF accessibility for translation agencies, companies, publishers and public institutions. Translated InDesign files are laid out in 40+ languages, and PDFs are made accessible to PDF/UA-1 and WCAG 2.1 AA. When a project needs both, accessibility is built into the source file before translation, so tags and alt text carry into every language.

Based in Berlin, with 20+ years in the translation industry and 10+ years in multilingual DTP. You're in direct contact with the specialist working on your files, at every stage.

€4

per page starting rate for multilingual DTP in InDesign

40+

languages, including right-to-left and CJK

2

revision rounds included in multilingual DTP

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Services

Three core services

One file can go through all three: reviewed before translation, laid out in each language, then delivered as an accessible PDF.

Multilingual DTP

Translated InDesign files laid out in 40+ languages, including Arabic and CJK. From €4 per page.

  • Layout for translated IDML and INDD files
  • Arabic, Farsi, Urdu, Hebrew, Hindi and Thai
  • Two revision rounds with your linguists included
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PDF Accessibility

Accessible PDFs to PDF/UA-1 and WCAG 2.1 AA, including multilingual and right-to-left documents.

  • Tags, reading order, alt text and language tagging
  • Validated with PAC 2026 and the NVDA screen reader
  • A remediation report with every delivery
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Publishing Consulting

File preparation and workflow advice before translation starts, when fixing problems costs least.

  • Source file review before translation
  • Project scoping and rate assessment
  • Workflow advice for multilingual projects
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Projects

Sample projects and layout work

The two sample projects walk through the work step by step, including the problems found and how each was fixed. The project pages cover layout for publishers and companies.

Sample projectAccessible PDF SampleA PDF that passed PAC with zero failures and still had six problems. How each one was found, fixed and verified. Sample projectMultilingual DTP SampleOne catalogue typeset in English, Hebrew and Simplified Chinese, with right-to-left mirroring and CJK typesetting. Layout workBook Layout & DesignPrint-ready book layout for publishers and self-publishing authors, including KDP formatting. Layout workMagazines & BrochuresLayout production and translation DTP for magazines, marketing brochures and printed collateral.
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Process

How a project runs

  1. Send your files

    Share the files, target languages or requirements, and your deadline. The Project Brief Generator helps you collect the details.

  2. Free assessment

    You receive the scope, any risks spotted in the files, a quote and a timeline.

  3. Production and review

    Layout or remediation is done, and you or your linguists review the result. Multilingual DTP includes two revision rounds.

  4. Delivery

    Final files arrive with packaged source files and, for accessibility work, a remediation report.

Both service pages describe the process in detail: multilingual DTP and PDF accessibility.

Languages

40+ languages and the scripts they use

Layout is possible in any language your translators or proofreaders can review. These are the script families covered most often:

  • Latin-script languages
  • Cyrillic
  • Greek
  • Georgian
  • Arabic, Farsi, Urdu (RTL)
  • Hebrew (RTL)
  • Devanagari (Hindi)
  • Chinese, Japanese, Korean
  • Thai, Khmer, Burmese

See the full language list and typography rules

Testimonials

What clients and partners say

Onur was hands-down the best DTP expert we ever worked with. Detail-oriented, deadline-driven and a true problem-solver. We've done many complex design projects and he has always come up with creative solutions. He never misses a deadline: a must for tight deadlines and large-volume projects.

Anchal L.COO · Translation & DTP Agency

We especially appreciated that Onur approached the work as a true product partner, not only as a reviewer. His input helped us make better decisions and create a more natural and locally relevant experience for users in Türkiye.

Localization Team, BOLDProduct and marketing launch in Türkiye

Mr. Ilter proved to be a highly responsible and motivated person, able to handle short-term orders and high workload. He is always going the extra mile, something highly appreciated by us as well as our clients. I can highly recommend him at any time.

Thomas EderHead of Project Management · Nativy GmbH, Vienna

Onur handles our graphic design projects with great attention to detail and delivers them reliably on time. He also prepares our PDFs for print and digital publication and makes sure they are accessible, so our documents work for every reader.

Repertus GmbHOnur's position: Graphic Designer

Onur is highly accurate, reliable and responsive. We outsource regularly and are very satisfied with the services provided.

Terratra OÜTranslation Agency

Fast and attentive delivery, always up for comments and reviews, makes it easy to work with.

Verified Upwork ClientUpwork · 5-star review
FAQ

Common questions

How much does it cost?

Multilingual DTP for InDesign files starts at €4 per page for each language version. PDF accessibility work and other file formats are quoted after a free assessment of the actual file. See how DTP rates are calculated by file format.

How long does a project take?

It depends on the file and the scripts involved. A well-prepared 30-page InDesign file can be laid out in a few hours, and right-to-left languages can double that. Every quote comes with a timeline.

Are revisions included?

Yes. Multilingual DTP includes two revision rounds and the final delivery. New text or amendments after final delivery may be quoted separately.

Which languages do you cover?

More than 40 languages, including right-to-left scripts and complex scripts such as Chinese, Japanese and Hindi. See the full language list.

Can you work under an NDA?

Yes. An NDA can be signed before any files are shared.

DTP Insights & Resources

Guides from day-to-day project work

Guides on pricing, file preparation, multilingual layout and PDF accessibility.

Pricing · File FormatsDTP Rate per Page: How Desktop Publishing Is Priced by File Format InDesign · Translation PrepHow to Prepare an InDesign File for Translation: A Guide for Designers and Project Managers Multilingual Layout · PlanningHow Much Does Text Expand in Translation, and How Do You Design for It? PDF Accessibility · EAAPDF Accessibility Remediation for Multilingual Documents Multilingual DTP · LayoutWhat Is Multilingual DTP and When Do You Need It?
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Start with a free project assessment

Send your files and describe the project. You'll get the scope, a quote and a timeline, plus any risks spotted in the files.

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