Follow these step by step instructions to translate anything from a website to the basic functions of your computer operating system to a language other than English.
Translating Web Pages in Chrome
When you find a page written in a language you do not understand, you can use Chrome to translate the page. Follow the basic steps:
- On your computer, open Chrome.
- Go to a web page written in another language.
- At the top, click Translate.
- Chrome will translate the web page this time.
- Not working? Try refreshing the web page. If it still doesn't work, right-click anywhere on the page. Then click Translate to [Language].
Change the Language of your Chrome Browser
You can set Chrome to display all settings and menus in the language of your choice. This option is only available on Windows computers. Follow these steps:
- On your computer, open Chrome.
- In the upper right corner, click More Settings.
- At the bottom, click Advanced.
- Under "Languages," click Language.
- Next to the language you would like to use, click More. If the language is not listed, add it by clicking Add languages.
- Click Show Google Chrome in this language. This option is only available on Windows computers.
- Restart Chrome to apply the changes.
Important: To add or remove languages from web content on your Chromebook, learn how to manage languages.
On Mac or Linux? Chrome will automatically display in your computer's default system language.
Change MAC language
To change the language your Mac uses, follow these steps:
- On your Mac, select Apple menu> System Preferences and then click Language and Region. Open the language and region preferences for me.
- Click General.
- Do one of the following: Add a language: click the Add button, select one or more languages in the list, and then click Add. The list is divided by a separator line.