Quick Start Guide
Get started with Translate It in minutes
Quick Start Guide
With Translate It!, easily translate text and website elements. This guide will walk you through a few simple steps to get started with this powerful extension.
Step 1: Install the Extension
You can install Translate It! from official browser stores:
Chrome Installation
- Go to the Chrome Web Store
- Click the
Add to Chromebutton
Firefox Installation
- Go to the Firefox Add-ons
- Click
Add to Firefox
Step 2: Initial Setup
After installing the extension, it uses Google Translate service by default, which is free. To configure using other AI service providers, follow these steps:
Configuring Translation Services (Optional)
- Click the Translate It icon in your browser toolbar
- Go to Settings
- Select your preferred translation service and enter the corresponding API key.
Getting an API Key (Optional)
For non-AI services:
- Visit the service provider's website
- Get your API key
- Enter the API key in the extension settings
Step 3: Using Translate It!
Method 1: Translate Selected Text
- Select the desired text on a webpage
- Click on the translation icon that appears to see the translation
Method 2: Element Selection Mode
- Click the Translate It icon
- Enable
Element Selection Mode - Click on the desired element on the page
- Translation appears directly in place of the element
Method 3: In-field Translation
- Type in web forms
- Use the
Ctrl+/shortcut to translate your text
Method 4: Translation in Separate Window
- Click the Translate It icon
- Enter your text in the popup window
- View the translation
Keyboard Shortcuts
Alt+E: Enable element selection modeESC: Exit element selection mode / Revert to original textCtrl+/: Translate in text fields
Language Settings
- Select the source language, or set it to
Auto - Choose your target language (Persian, English, etc.)