How to Convert Wordfast TM into TMX
The most convenient way to convert Wordfast TM into TMX format involves Xbench
Read full articleA Wordfast TM file has .txt extension. Actually, it is an usual .txt file delimited with tabs in a special way. Converting it into TMX format that allows TM exchange between all other CAT tools can be done in several ways. The easiest and quickest way involves Xbench (either free or paid version).
Step 1: Load your Wordfast TM into Xbench. There is a special file type Wordfast Memory there:
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Do not forget to set the checkbox Ongoing translation.
Step 2: In Xbench, select Tools > Export Items, or simply press CTRL + R.
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Export Items dialog box appears. Specify the settings in Output section: what languages are considered to be source and target, and the path and the file name for the .tmx file of the TM.
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Press OK button. The .tmx file you get is the converted Wordfast TM.