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Metric	Translate Selected Text	Simple Translate
User count	100,000	200,000
Average rating	3.83	4.47
Rating count	770	457
Last updated	2024-06-02	2026-01-28
Size	1.24 MB	0.41 MB
Version	3.0.0-stable	3.0.1

Short description	Quickly translate selected text using Google Translate without extra permissions. Open source, privacy-focused, and customizable language options.	Translate selected or typed text instantly with Simple Translate using Google Translate & DeepL APIs. Easy, real-time, and versatile text translations.
Full summary	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.	Simple Translate is a powerful Chrome extension designed to provide quick and effortless translations on any web page. By selecting text, a translation button appears instantly, displaying translations in real time. Users can enable options such as hiding the translation button when unnecessary and automatic language switching between English and Japanese for seamless bilingual communication. The extension also supports translating input text directly from its toolbar popup and offers convenient context menu options to translate entire pages, selected text, or links. Backed by Google Translate and DeepL APIs, Simple Translate ensures accurate and versatile translations, enhancing your browsing and reading experience. It is also available on Firefox and Edge browsers for cross-platform convenience.