--- title: Using Translation Memories in Lara's UI description: Learn how to create, import, export, and manage Translation Memories in Lara — and how to use them to keep your translations consistent. --- [Skip to content](https://support.laratranslate.com/en/using-translation-memories-in-laras-ui#main-content) - [English](https://support.laratranslate.com/en/using-translation-memories-in-laras-ui) - [Deutsch](https://support.laratranslate.com/de/verwendung-von-übersetzungsspeichern-in-laras-ui) - [Italiano](https://support.laratranslate.com/it/utilizzo-delle-memorie-di-traduzione-nella-ui-di-lara) English Show submenu for translations [![Lara logo](https://support.laratranslate.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Screenshot_2025-01-07_at_10.24.13-removebg-preview.png?width=119&height=50&name=Screenshot_2025-01-07_at_10.24.13-removebg-preview.png)](https://support.laratranslate.com/en/?hsLang=en) Open main navigation Close main navigation - - [English](https://support.laratranslate.com/en/using-translation-memories-in-laras-ui) - [Deutsch](https://support.laratranslate.com/de/verwendung-von-übersetzungsspeichern-in-laras-ui) - [Italiano](https://support.laratranslate.com/it/utilizzo-delle-memorie-di-traduzione-nella-ui-di-lara) English Show submenu for translations - [Submit a request](https://2er2r1.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2CJaQX4efSGa8WhPQM8ImGg) [Submit a request](https://2er2r1.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2CJaQX4efSGa8WhPQM8ImGg) How can we help you? - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. [Lara Translate Knowledge Base](https://support.laratranslate.com/en?hsLang=en) 2. [How to use Lara](https://support.laratranslate.com/en/how-to-use-lara?hsLang=en) July 8, 2026 # Using Translation Memories in Lara's UI ## Guide to upload and use Translation Memories in Lara Translation Memories (TMs) help keep your translations consistent and aligned with your brand's voice. In Lara, you can create, import, export, and use Translation Memories directly from the interface. **Creating a Translation Memory** You can create a new Translation Memory directly from your Lara account. Once created, populate it  by importing a TMX file. **Importing a Translation Memory** You can import a Translation Memory directly from your Lara account. To import a TMX file: 1. Go to **Memories** in your Lara account 2. Click **Add memory** 3. Enter a name for your Translation Memory 4. Drag and drop your TMX file into the upload area, or click **browse files** to select it from your computer - supported formats: .tmx, .tmx.gz (maximum 1GB) 5. Click **Create** ![](https://support.laratranslate.com/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jul-08-2026-10-43-44-5674-AM.png?width=347&height=244&name=undefined-Jul-08-2026-10-43-44-5674-AM.png) If you are an existing Translated client and want your existing memories associated with your Lara account, contact our Support Team and we'll take care of it. **Exporting a Translation Memory** You can export any of your Translation Memories as a TMX file: 1. Open the Translation Memory you want to export 2. Select **Export** 3. Your TMX file will be generated and downloaded (maximum 1 GB) ![](https://support.laratranslate.com/hs-fs/hubfs/undefined-Jul-08-2026-10-44-04-0254-AM.png?width=321&height=226&name=undefined-Jul-08-2026-10-44-04-0254-AM.png) **Using Translation Memories in translations** Whether you are translating text or documents, you will see the list of available TMs and can select or deselect one, multiple, or none before starting your translation. When TMs are enabled, Lara uses them to ensure consistency in terminology and style across your content. 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