Translate Selected Text with a Browser Extension
Speed up your workflow and understand any webpage content instantly. Smartcat’s translate selected text extension provides AI translations right where you need them, so you won't need to copy-paste or switch tabs anymore.
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Global teams at thousands of companies, including 20% of the Fortune 500, use Smartcat for everything from major projects to quick browsing translations.
Integrate Instant Translation Into Your Team's Workflow
Seconds
Instant Translation
Get translations powered by Smartcat's advanced AI engine, which understands context and nuance.
100%
In-Context Workflow
Translate text without leaving your page. Boost productivity for your entire team.
280+
Languages Supported
Our extension helps your team work more efficiently across languages.
A Translation Extension for Your Favorite Browser
We've built Smartcat extensions for the browsers you already use. Find the right chrome extension to translate selected text, a firefox extension translate selected text, or our native safari extension translate selected text.
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How to Use the Translate Selected Text Extension
How It Works
1
Install the Smartcat Extension
Add the extension to Chrome, Safari, or Firefox in seconds.
2
Select Text on Any Page
Highlight any text on any website, including documents viewed in-browser.
3
Get an Instant Translation
Click the Smartcat icon to get a high-quality AI translation in an overlay.
4
Connect to Your Workspace
Edit translations and save new terminology to your team's shared glossary.
5
Improve Your AI Over Time
Every edit helps train your AI engine, improving future translations for the whole team.
Connect Quick Translations to Your Core Projects
400%
Faster Translation Turnaround Time
Achieved by Smith+Nephew after switching to Smartcat.
70%
Cost Savings
For Stanley Black & Decker, increasing quality and efficiency.
31 hours
Work Time Saved Monthly
For Babbel’s marketing and L&D teams.
Fast and Accurate In-Context AI Translations
Install our translate selected text chrome extension to streamline your workflow. Enjoy high-quality AI translations, reduce context switching, and connect every translation to your team's central localization platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the chrome extension to translate selected text work?
The Smartcat chrome extension translate selected text allows you to highlight any text on a webpage. A single click provides an instant AI translation in an overlay, so you never have to leave your page. It's a simple select to translate extension.
Is there also a firefox extension translate selected text?
Yes. We offer a fully-featured firefox extension translate selected text. It has the same powerful AI translation and team collaboration features as our Chrome extension.
What about Mac users? Is there a safari extension translate selected text?
Absolutely. Mac users can boost their productivity with our native safari extension translate selected text. We also offer an ios safari extension translate selected text for translating on the go.
How is this different from other translation extensions?
Our chrome extensions translate selected text connect to a full localization platform. They use your team's Translation Memory (TM) and glossaries for consistent, high-quality results. Every edit improves your AI for future projects, unlike standalone tools.
Can I use the extension to translate a selected word?
Yes. The chrome extension translate selected word feature is perfect for quickly understanding single terms. You can also select entire paragraphs or sections. It's flexible for any amount of text.
Does this work for text in different file formats online?
Yes. If you can select the text in your browser, you can translate it. This includes text within articles, web apps, and even documents viewed online. Our chrome extensions translate selected text odf and other document formats that render in the browser.
Is my data secure when using the translate selection chrome extension?
We take security seriously at Smartcat. The translate selection chrome extension is built with enterprise-grade security. We are SOC 2 Type II compliant, and all data is encrypted end-to-end to protect your confidentiality.
How does this extension help my marketing or L&D team?
This tool connects quick, on-the-fly translations to your main content workflow. Your team can research in other languages, check competitor sites, or review source material efficiently. All learnings can be saved back to your central glossaries, ensuring everyone stays aligned.