A Complete Guide to the Google Translate Extension

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Translate any language you find online with the Google Translate extension
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You can translate a language into another language with Google Translate. If you've installed Google Translate extension, you can translate words without having to open a new tab.

Things You Should Know

  • Find the extension in the Chrome Web Store named "Google Translate" and click the ADD TO CHROME button.
  • Highlight a word on any webpage and click on the extension icon (a puzzle piece) in the top-right corner to find and click the Google Translate extension.
  • You can pin the Google Translate extension to your toolbar by clicking the thumbtack icon next to the extension name.
Part 1
Part 1 of 3:

Installing the Google Translate Extension

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    1
    Go to the Chrome Web Store. Visit the Chrome Store with your PC.
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    2
    Search for Google Translate .
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    3
    Download the extension. Find Google Translate from the results and click on ADD TO CHROME .
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    4
    Done. Now you can see the extension's icon on the browser.
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Part 2
Part 2 of 3:

Using the Extension

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    1
    Highlight the words you want to translate.
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    2
    Click on the Google Translate icon.
  3. 3
    Try translating text in other ways.
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    4
    Done. Now you can see the words in your own language. You can also change the language.
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Part 3
Part 3 of 3:

Changing the Extension Settings

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    1
    Open Google Translate's extension options. Right-click on the extension's icon and select Options from there.
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    2
    Change primary language. Click on the "My primary language" box and select your language on from the drop down list.
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    3
    Change pop-up translations. Select an option:
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    4
    Click Save to save the settings.
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