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Metric	Google Translate	Translate Selected Text
User count	30,000,000	100,000
Average rating	4.24	3.83
Rating count	44,801	770
Last updated	2026-07-01	2024-06-02
Size	1.09 MB	1.24 MB
Version	2.0.17	3.0.0-stable

Short description	Translate selected text instantly while browsing with the Google Translate Chrome extension. Quickly view translations in your preferred language.	Quickly translate selected text using Google Translate without extra permissions. Open source, privacy-focused, and customizable language options.
Full summary	The Google Translate Chrome extension enhances your browsing experience by allowing you to translate selected text snippets effortlessly. Simply highlight or right-click any text segment and click the Translate icon to view its translation in your chosen language. This extension offers customizable options, such as automatically displaying translations upon text selection. Note that full-page translation is now a native feature in Chrome and is no longer supported by this extension. Stay connected with Google Translate to support your multilingual needs effectively while surfing the web. Learn more at Google Translate Help.	The Translate Selected Text Chrome extension enables users to instantly translate highlighted text on any webpage using Google Translate. By right-clicking selected text, you can choose your desired target language from a customizable list right within the context menu. This extension prioritizes user privacy by requiring no extra permissions — it only accesses the selected text upon your specific request, ensuring no background monitoring of your browsing activity. Open sourced and actively maintained, the extension invites contributions and bug reports via its GitHub repository. Additionally, a beta version is available for users interested in testing upcoming features. With an easy-to-use interface combined with a commitment to privacy and transparency, this extension is ideal for anyone seeking quick translations without compromising their online security.