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Translate Not Working in Chrome: 5 Quick Ways to Fix it
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Despite Google ensuring users canuse the Translate app offline, it still has the feature automated on the Chrome browser. This feature guarantees you do not miss out on vital information due to language differences.
But for some reason, users are complaining that the Translate feature is no longer working on Chrome. And it is fair to say it has reduced the ease of use of the browser.
To help restore normalcy, we have gathered five effective fixes for the problem. These solutions cut across a wide area and should get your Translation back in no time.
Why is my Translate not working?
There are various reasons why Translate might not be working in Google Chrome. Below are some of the common ones:
How do I enable translation in Chrome?
With this, Chrome should always offer to translate pages for you.
Quick Tip:
Try installing the extension to another browser. If you want a browser that keeps up with the latest web developments while staying light and fast, we suggest trying Opera One.
TheGoogle Translate extensionis available to download in the Opera One add-ons store. Not only that but the browser comes with a native AI and modular AI-ready design that can help you with your translation needs.
Opera One
What can I do if Translate doesn’t work in Chrome?
1. Update Chrome
Sometimes, the simplest fix might be the most effective. An outdated browser could cause all manner of problems.
Browser update has proved to fix the Translate option not working or showing on Chrome on Android, iOS, and PC.
2. Delete browsing data
If the Translate option is not working on Google Chrome on some websites, it might be due to the accumulation of corrupt browsing data. Clearing them should do the trick here.
3. Disable Extensions
4. Use the Google Translate extension
If the Translate page option is not showing on Chrome after applying the fixes above, using the extension might be your best bet to restore normal service.
5. Reset Chrome to default
How do I fix This page could not be translated?
This page could not be translated issue is usually down to the website. Either the page is written badly and hard for Google Translate to understand, or the website is built using text-containing technology. And that is out of your reach to fix.
The Translate not working issue can deny you access to valuable information due to language differences. But with the fixes in this guide, you should get things working normally again.
Are you facing issues likeChrome doesn’t change language? Then check our detailed guide on how to fix it easily.
Feel free to let us know the fix that helped you solve the problem in the comments below.
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Ola-Hassan Bolaji
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A Computer Engineering graduate, he has spent most of his life reading and writing about computers.
He finds joy in simplifying complex topics into simple solutions for PC users. The quality of his work and providing step-wise tested and proven solutions to PC issues are all that matter to him.
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He’s a Computer Engineering graduate who has spent most of his life reading and writing about computers & operating systems.
