Here’s how to translate any text you come across.

go for the name of the source language you want to translate from in thetop-left of the screen.

In this example, we’re usingEnglish.

Screenshots showing how to use Google Translate.

Then grab the name of the destination language you want to translate to in the screen’s top-right.

In this example, we’re usingSpanish.

The Google Translate app will continually translate what you’re writing in the field underneath.

Screenshots of how to use the camera with Google Translate.

In our example, we’ll use a food menu.

pick the source language and the translation language at the top of the screen.

In this example, we are usingChinese to English.

Screenshots of a photo translation in Google Translate.

Align what you want to translate in your camera window and selectInstant.

Then skip toStep 4.

Google will translate the image on your machine.

Screenshots showing how to dictate and listen to translations in Google Translate.

Some languages offer live translation, but others require a saved image.

To scan and save a selection for translation, select theScanbutton.

Here’s how to do it.

Screenshots showing how to transcribe a transcription in Google Translate.

grab the source language and the translate to language at the top of the screen.

Tap the microphone icon and when prompted with a beep, begin speaking.

Google will automatically translate your voice into text form.

Screenshots showing how to translate a conversation in Google Translate.

Select theSpeaker iconto hear the translation spoken back to you.

If you want to dictate what you say into a different language instead, select theTranscribeicon.

Then begin speaking as before, and what you say will be translated into your destination language on screen.

Transcribing is different than dictating.

When you’re transcribing, you’re creating a written output of your voice.

Transcribing is especially useful if you’re gonna wanna send a message or write an email.

When you’re finished speaking, tap the microphone again to end the transcription.

go for the source and destination languages at the top of the screen.

This lets you both see what’s being said in real-time.

How Many Languages Does Google Translate Support?

Google Translate can translate about 103 different languages for text translation.

Real-time speech conversations support 43 distinct languages, while camera image translation is available in up to 88 languages.

You might think handwriting is more challenging, but it supports 95 different languages.

Before beginning any of the instructions below, see to it the app is open and functioning.