Translation

How to Translate Websites (Chrome & Safari)

This guide covers how to use built-in translation features in Google Chrome and Apple Safari across all your devices.

1. Windows & macOS (Desktop)

Google Chrome (Windows/macOS)

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Chrome usually detects foreign languages automatically and shows a popup in the address bar.

• Automatic: Click the Google Translate icon in the address bar (next to the Bookmark star).

• Manual: Right-click anywhere on the page and select Translate to [Language].

• Change Language: Click the three dots in the translation popup to "Choose another language."

 

Apple Safari (macOS only)

• How to translate: Look at the Smart Search field (address bar). If the page can be translated, the Translate button (two speech bubbles with a '文' and 'A') will appear.

• Action: Click the button and select Translate to [Your Language].

• Note: If you don't see the icon, the page might not be available for translation in your current region or language.

 

2. Android

Google Chrome

1. Open Chrome and go to a foreign language site.

2. A language bar appears at the bottom. Tap your language.

3. If the bar is missing: Tap the More icon (three dots) > Translate...

 

3. iPhone & iPad (iOS)

Google Chrome

1. Tap the Google Translate icon on the left side of the address bar.

2. Select Translate.

3. If missing: Tap the More icon (three dots) at the bottom right > scroll down > Translate.

 

Apple Safari

1. Open a website in Safari.

2. Tap the Page Settings button (represented by AA or a Translate icon) in the address bar.

3. Tap Translate to [Language].

4. If it's the first time, tap Enable Translation.

 

4. Troubleshooting & Settings

"Always Translate" Settings

• Chrome (All): In the translation popup/bar, select the Gear or Three Dots and check "Always translate [Language]".

• Safari (iOS): After translating, tap the Translate icon > Manage Languages to download languages for offline use.

 

Translation Not Appearing?

1. Chrome: Go to Settings > Languages and ensure "Offer to translate pages..." is toggled ON.

2. Safari: Ensure your device is updated. Safari translation is available for major languages (English, Spanish, Chinese, French, German, Russian, Portuguese, Italian, Korean, and Japanese).

 

Translating Images (Menus/Signs)

If the text is inside an image (like a photo of a menu):

• Chrome/Android: Long-press the image and select Search Image with Google > tap Translate.

• Safari/iOS: If you have an iPhone with "Live Text," simply long-press the image or tap the Live Text icon (the little square viewfinder) in the bottom right of the image, then tap Translate.