PDF Translator

Chrome extension to format and translate selected text directly from PDF files with DeepL.
What is PDF Translator?
"PDF Translator" is a Chrome extension that allows users to select and translate text directly from PDF files. The application uses DeepL to provide translation services and supports a variety of languages. Users can modify language settings and select preferred translation panel positions through the options page. For usability, key combinations can also be set. While the extension aids in creating clean translations by auto-correcting text, it is not officially affiliated with DeepL.

Extension stats

By: pipbcmsi
Users: 10,000+
Rating: 2.10 (10)
Version: 3.5.0 (Last updated: 2023-01-27)
Creation date: 2020-07-01
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • webNavigation
  • webRequest
  • <all_urls>
  • webRequestBlocking
  • file:///*/*
  • storage
Size: 6.68M

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Extension summary

Overview

This is a Chrome extension that automatically corrects selected text directly from a PDF file and displays the translation results at DeepL.

********************************* ATTENTION ********************************* This is an unofficial chrome extension and we are not responsible for any disadvantages caused by this extension.

This Chrome extension is """not affiliated with DeepL""".


How to use it is as follows https://pipbcmsi.hatenablog.com/entry/2020/09/18/185414?_ga=2.140626994.1643856825.1600406469-1867267133.1600406469

The following languages are supported.(The default translation is English to Japanese. To change the language, use the options (right-click on the icon) to change the language.)

  • English
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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Helps solve PDF translation issues that existing plugins cannot address.
  • Translates text correctly by removing unnecessary line breaks typical in PDFs.
  • Uses DeepL, which is a trusted translation service.
Cons
  • Opens new tabs without user permission, which is annoying.
  • Does not recognize Hebrew and incorrectly translates it to Japanese.
  • Can be slow and is less convenient due to new tab opening.
Most mentioned
  • I hate opening new tabs without permission.
  • Does not work properly for certain languages (e.g., Hebrew).
  • Takes time to translate but solves specific PDF translation problems.
Recent reviews
useless
by Sulis Tigantono, 2024-03-13

by annam nizami, 2024-02-16

I hate opening new tabs without permission.
by m world, 2023-07-19
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Extension safety

Risk impact

PDF Translator is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install PDF Translator if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

PDF Translator is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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