Signs and menus
Understand useful information while moving through a new place.
What it does
Translation for text outside your keyboard.
Photo and camera translation helps with words that are printed or already visible on a screen. Capture the text, choose the languages and read the translation in the app.
- 01Choose an existing photo or capture a new image.
- 02Translate visible text into the language you need.
- 03Save a scan or continue with another image.
Simple flow
Turn a picture into readable meaning.
Choose the language pair
Set the language in the image and the language you want to read.
Take or select a photo
Keep the text clear and inside the camera frame.
Read the translation
Review the translated text and save the scan when needed.
Everyday uses
For the words you meet along the way.
Printed notes
Translate short instructions and practical documents.
Labels and screens
Read visible text without typing every word by hand.
Translate what you can see.
Use a photo or camera alongside message, text and live voice translation.
Open in Google Play →