How To Use Apple Translate App On Iphone

Languages supported by Translate app on iPhone

How to translate text, voice, and conversations on iPhone

Before you start, make sure you’ve selected the languages you wish to translate, and that your internet connection is active.

Translate text or voice in Translate app

Translate text with iPhone camera view

If you come across a hoarding or a menu written in a language you don’t understand, you can use the camera feature of the Translate app and get the desired results. Here’s how: Note: You can also change the language from the dropdown above. Additionally, there’s an option to add an existing image on your iPhone to translate its text.

Use Conversation mode in Translate app

Note: Tap the alignment icon at the bottom left to switch between Side by Side and Face to Face. Here, you can also tap the three dots to choose between Detect Language, Auto Translate, and Play Translation. Auto Translate during a chat lets you translate without continually touching the microphone button. When you begin or finish speaking, your iPhone will recognize it automatically. 

How to use iPhone camera to translate text

The translated languages are switchable. You also get options such as Play Translation, Copy Translation, Add to Favorites, and Open in Translator is also available. The text you have marked as a favorite may be checked at any time in the Favorites tab. 

Translate text in images on iPhone

Use Siri to translate conveniently on iPhone

Siri card opens the Translate app when you tap it. You may also tell Siri to translate this for me.

Turn on offline mode for Translate app on iPhone

Be sure that you have enabled On-Device Mode to use offline mode. To do so, launch Settings → Translate → toggle on On-Device Mode. Now, let’s see how to download languages on the app. Note: Make sure to download two languages, one that is your native and the other that you intend to translate.  Winding Up…  This is how you can use the improved Translate app on iPhone in iOS 17. I hope this guide helped you understand and learn more about this handy app. If you have any questions, please ask via the comments section below. Read more: 

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