Unable to save opened project package in correct folder.

When I open the project package and try to save it in the same folder, I get an error message saying "The specified folder already contains files - choose a new or empty folder'. I've tried creating new folders with shorter pathways but I always get the same message.  I have to save them in the same folder so that they will clean up later.  I'm using Trados 19.  Any help would be appreciated please.  Thank you.



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[edited by: Christine Birch at 3:28 PM (GMT 1) on 17 Jul 2026]
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  • Hello,

    It seems like the issue you're encountering is related to how Trados Studio (2019) handles project folder naming and file paths. Here's a step-by-step guide to resolve this issue:

    ### Step 1: Check for Trailing Spaces in the Project Name

    1. Open the project package in Trados Studio.

    2. Carefully review the project name in the "Save As" dialog box.

    3. Ensure there are no trailing spaces at the end of the project name. Trailing spaces can cause conflicts when saving the project in an existing folder.

    ### Step 2: Disable "Append Project Name to Project Folder" Option

    1. When opening the project package, look for the option **"Append project name to project folder"** in the dialog box.

    2. Uncheck this option. This will prevent Trados Studio from automatically appending the project name to the folder path, which might be causing the conflict.

    ### Step 3: Save the Project in a New Folder

    1. If the above steps do not resolve the issue, create a new folder specifically for this project.

    2. Save the project package in this new folder to avoid conflicts with existing files.

    ### Step 4: Verify File Path Length

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  • Hello,

    It seems like the issue you're encountering is related to how Trados Studio (2019) handles project folder naming and file paths. Here's a step-by-step guide to resolve this issue:

    ### Step 1: Check for Trailing Spaces in the Project Name

    1. Open the project package in Trados Studio.

    2. Carefully review the project name in the "Save As" dialog box.

    3. Ensure there are no trailing spaces at the end of the project name. Trailing spaces can cause conflicts when saving the project in an existing folder.

    ### Step 2: Disable "Append Project Name to Project Folder" Option

    1. When opening the project package, look for the option **"Append project name to project folder"** in the dialog box.

    2. Uncheck this option. This will prevent Trados Studio from automatically appending the project name to the folder path, which might be causing the conflict.

    ### Step 3: Save the Project in a New Folder

    1. If the above steps do not resolve the issue, create a new folder specifically for this project.

    2. Save the project package in this new folder to avoid conflicts with existing files.

    ### Step 4: Verify File Path Length

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