These language packs now come with Google neural machine translation (GNMT) making offline translation as accurate as being online. Otherwise, look for the download icon on the right hand side of a language as you select it. Recommended is about 40mb, and has more words.ĭialogue box will offer you the option to download them when you first choose a language. The small file is usually about 3mb and contains popular words. Offline translation files come in two sizes – small and recommended. That’s why it makes sense to download a language pack, or offline translation file, as Google likes to call it. And even when it is, data charges can be prohibitive. Words and phrases immediately transform into a language you can understand, right before your eyes.Ī connection to the internet cannot always be guaranteed in your travels. Tap on the ‘Camera’ icon on the home screen and point your camera towards whatever it is you want translated. This feature is perfect for quickly translating signs and menus. Useful for languages full of tricky umlauts, simply tap on the ‘Handwriting’ option and follow the instructions. Write it downĪ new handwriting option allows you or your new local chum to write a word or phrase on your phone’s screen and have that translated. Rather than type in a word or phrase, Google Translation also gives the option for you, or a friendly local, to say a word or phrase and have it translated.Īgain, set the languages on the home screen, but this time choose the ‘Voice’ icon and speak. Simply set the languages, type in a word or phrase and your translation will appear. The most basic Google Translate function and the default option offered on the home screen.
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