Professional desktop publishing for multilingual print products–from translation to print-ready files.
Professional desktop publishing for multilingual print products–from translation to print-ready files.
Desktop publishing (DTP) and printing
Do you need to translate your brochure into several languages, with an adapted layout and a fully formatted print template? KERN is happy to assist you with this and will take care of all multilingual desktop publishing (DTP) work—from font adaptation to the finished print.
Complete service for multilingual print media
Professional execution of foreign-language print products such as magazines and documents—from design and DTP translation to print preparation. Our comprehensive services and extensive experience in foreign language typesetting and DTP printing are designed to ensure top-quality presentation of your content in every language and format.
We print in every format, from simple informational letters to company brochures with multiple colors—always at top quality. Receiving translation, DTP and printing services from a single source minimizes time spent and processing efforts, and guarantees the best possible outcome for your international activities.
Are you interested in our desktop publishing services?
Feel free to contact us using the contact form, by phone, or by booking an online meeting—we look forward to hearing from you!
DTP translation and DTP printing at KERN
We offer a wide range of DTP services, from translation to providing a completely finished print template. Our seamless end-to-end solution ensures that your projects are handled smoothly and efficiently, and that you can expect the highest quality and precision.
Our multilingual DTP services at a glance
Professional graphic design and formatting
Leaving traces of success is an art that KERN has mastered – for you! KERN plays a decisive role in shaping your company’s image and gives it an external image that sticks in the minds of people who could become your customers. This gives you a presence in print media, on the internet, on radio and on television. Only when you are properly represented in advertising do you truly exist.
KERN turns your ideas into advertising concepts. When developing an advertising concept for the international market, both the visual factors and cultural aspects must be taken into account. Concepts and graphic products for the European market often do not lead to the expected success in the Eastern European, Asian or American markets. KERN can support you with its advertising experience and expertise in the design of your graphic products: our experienced DTP team gives your documents an aesthetically appealing and consistent appearance. We ensure that your content is perfectly tailored to the desired medium, be it printed materials or digital publications.
Fonts and foreign language typesetting
The internationalisation of your products requires DTP experience, font knowledge and an understanding of the technical implementation options. The foreign language typesetting and DTP team at KERN creates European, Oriental and Asian fonts in all layout programmes. KERN handles all foreign language documentation, such as operating instructions, annual reports, information brochures, catalogues and other documents. Arabic, Chinese or Japanese fonts used by KERN for foreign language typesetting can be used directly without any problems, even if you do not own the fonts yourself.
KERN’s services:
- Accurate foreign language typesetting in files supplied by you or in layouts designed by KERN
- Text conversions / text entry
- Graphic design / layout
- Scans and image processing
- Final artwork, pre-press
- Film exposure
- Proofs
The DTP specialists at KERN are always available to discuss complicated foreign language typesetting projects. Thanks to their many years of experience and state-of-the-art technical equipment, they can solve almost any typesetting problem. KERN will be happy to advise you and provide you with expert information.
Printing foreign-language documents
KERN has extensive experience in implementing the peculiarities of different languages in printing technology. This allows font characteristics and typefaces to be captured in a way that is understandable to everyone and presented in a manner typical of the country.
Print preparation
In addition to traditional print preparation methods such as lithography, montage, reprography and plate copying, KERN works directly via data transfer or computer-to-plate (CTP) processes. Unlike conventional film exposure processes, the CTP process saves you montage and film costs. At the same time, this special process allows smaller screen dots to be produced, which results in higher-quality print results compared to conventional processes. KERN also creates typesetting and image data for you using high-resolution scanners, development and exposure equipment, and produces smooth-page films.
Printing process
Web offset: For larger print runs
Web offset offers consistent print quality and high ink coverage. Another advantage of web offset is that printing can be carried out on almost all materials, even non-absorbent ones. For large print runs, KERN prints for you using the web offset process, which can produce up to 5/5 colours and also allows for complex folds.
Sheetfed offset: For small and medium print runs
Sheetfed offset offers colour intensity, register accuracy, brilliance and consistently good quality. Sheetfed offset is also advantageous for small print runs, heavy paper weights and special folding types. Your KERN team will be happy to answer any specific questions you may have about sheetfed offset.
Digital printing: For small print runs of up to approx. 500 copies
In digital printing, the print image is transferred directly from the computer to the printing machine, so that, unlike offset printing, no fixed printing template is required. By eliminating film, fixing baths and aluminium plates, digital printing is not only environmentally friendly, but also allows you to complete your print job quickly. Often, there are only 48 hours between the print job and completion, and even less if required. Digital printing is suitable for single and multi-colour mini runs, e.g. flyers, business cards, posters and manuals up to approx. 500 copies.
KERN offers screen, inkjet or laser printing depending on your needs and requirements and automatically calculates the optimal price-performance ratio for you when preparing a quote.
Desktop publishing for all languages
With a global network of native-speaking translators, we offer translation services in a wide range of languages. Your message will be conveyed accurately and culturally adapted to achieve maximum impact in different target markets.
Our DTP team is proficient in all common DTP software applications and can create and edit content in almost any language and writing system. Whether it’s right-to-left, left-to-right or vertical text, we master the challenges of multilingual desktop publishing.
Professional foreign language typesetting and printing for your international markets
As a result of economic globalization, printed documents need to be produced in the local language and/or in multiple languages. KERN will be happy to assist you with professional foreign language typesetting for your print products.
At KERN, we have extensive experience in implementing the specialfeatures of different languages in print, ensuring that font characters and typefaces are displayed in a manner typical for the country. We print in every format, from simple informational letters to company brochures with multiple colorsalways at top quality.
Digital printing and a "one-stop shop" approach
With digital printing, we can achieve remarkably good results with relatively small projects for up to approx. 500 copies. The “one-stop shop” approach combines foreign language typesetting, translation, and printing from a single source. That minimizes your time, costs, and processing effort and guarantees you the greatest possible success in your future international activities.
Why choose KERN for desktop publishing?
Our customers have trusted us for years because of our outstanding expertise in desktop publishing, translation, and print preparation. We combine creativity with technical expertise, and we value precision and attention to detail in everything we do. Regardless of the size of your project or your industry, we are ready to meet your requirements and deliver your material with first-class quality.
The advantages for you at a glance:
Our services include the seamless transfer and preparation of texts from various desktop publishing programs. We ensure that your existing layout is preserved and all text elements are seamlessly integrated.
Professional foreign language typesetting, directly in the documents you supply or in layouts designed by KERN: Whether you already have a layout or want to design one from scratch, our desktop publishing experts have mastered the art of professional foreign language typesetting. We ensure that your content is presented perfectly and aesthetically in any language you desire.
If required, we also offer text conversion and text capture services. We can convert printed documents or unformatted texts to electronic files and put them into your desired format.
We professionally prepare your documents for printing, including checking color profiles, image resolution, and fonts. If necessary, we create proofs to ensure that your printing project is implemented with the highest quality and color fidelity.
Upon request, we can also handle the printing process. We work with reliable printing companies to ensure that your printed materials are delivered on time and with the desired quality.
Accessible documents
As a full-service provider of accessible documents, KERN helps you professionally implement PDF, Word, and PowerPoint files that meet the requirements of the BITV 2.0, the PDF/UA standard, and the EU Directive 2016/2102. That ensures your content is accessible to all user groups—including people with disabilities—and that legal requirements are met.
Our services in the area of accessible documents
Thanks to our DTP and layout expertise combined with linguistic competence, we ensure that your documents are aesthetically pleasing, functional, and accessible in every language. Whether you need brochures, annual reports, or training materials—we optimize your content so it can be fully understood by all users.
- Review and optimization of existing documents (PDF, Word, PowerPoint)
- Creation of accessible PDFs according to the PDF/UA standard
- Use of semantic tags, headings, and logical reading order
- Alt text for images and graphics
- Contrast and color optimization for better legibility
- Accessible forms and interactive content
- Detailed documentation and certification of accessibility
FAQs about desktop publishing
You will find brief answers to the most important questions about DTP translation and DTP printing here.
What is desktop publishing?
What is multilingual desktop publishing?
Multilingual desktop publishing (DTP) refers to the process of desktop publishing in which documents and publications are created, formatted, and edited in several different languages and writing systems. This specific area of DTP is particularly relevant for companies and organizations that operate in international markets or wish to address target groups in different countries.
The challenges of multilingual desktop publishing lie in correctly displaying texts in different languages with different writing systems (e.g. Latin script, Cyrillic script, Arabic script, or Asian characters) and in coping with layout adjustments that can arise due to different text lengths and writing directions (from left to right, from right to left, or vertically).
An experienced multilingual desktop publishing team has the necessary expertise to overcome these challenges. It can ensure that the text is translated correctly and in a culturally appropriate manner. The layout remains consistent and professional, and every aspect of the publication meets the specific requirements of the target languages. This is crucial in order to preserve a company’s message and image in different cultural and linguistic contexts while ensuring clear and effective communication.
What does KERN's "DTP & printing" service include?
The service includes professional, multilingual desktop publishing (DTP), layout design, layout adaptation, foreign language typesetting, and the creation of print-ready files through to the finished print template.
For which documents and media is DTP & printing suitable?
DTP & printing is ideal for brochures, magazines, information sheets, catalogs, technical documentation, and other multilingual print products—from simple informational letters to multicolor company brochures.
‑What does multilingual desktop publishing mean at KERN?
Multilingual DTP means that texts and layouts in different languages and writing systems (e.g. Latin, Cyrillic, Arabic, or Asian characters) are converted correctly—including the right typesetting, text flow, and typographical adjustments.
‑What services are included in the DTP process?
The scope of services may include: text entry or transfer, graphic design/layout, image editing, final artwork, pre-press, creation of print-ready files, proofs if necessary, and final printing.
Which printing techniques are used at KERN?
Depending on the print run and requirements, KERN offers sheet offset, web offset, or digital printing, depending on the quantity, quality, and format.
How do internationally active companies benefit from DTP and printing services?
For globally active companies, the service ensures that foreign-language brochures, manuals, and marketing materials are translated accurately in terms of typography and language. That strengthens brand presence and saves time and effort in the international rollout of products and services, since all the materials are available in a consistent and ready-to-use format.
Why should you order DTP, translation, and printing from a single source at KERN?
Because the translation, layout, and printing are optimally coordinated—this reduces interface risks, saves time, and ensures consistently high quality in every language and format.