Summary: In the latest experimental updates of Google Translate, Google is adding new features that enhance the text translation experience. These changes...
In the latest experimental updates of Google Translate, Google is adding new features that enhance the text translation experience. These changes include a full-screen display of the translated text and two new buttons named "Understand" and "Ask" for greater interaction with the translation.
🔍 Full-Screen Display of Translated Text
In the experimental version for Android, Google is testing the capability to display text translations in a larger font and in full-screen mode. This feature allows users to present translations more easily, especially during face-to-face conversations or when they want to take a picture of the translated text to show to the other person. This feature also assists individuals with visual impairments by making the translated text clearer to read. It is worth noting that a similar situation exists in the iOS version of the app and is expected to reach the Android version soon.
🛠️ New "Understand" and "Ask" Buttons
In the new update, the old "Ask a Follow-up" button has been removed and replaced with two new options:
Understand: This option is designed for those who, in addition to the translation, want to know why the translation turned out the way it did. By tapping this button, aspects such as sentence structure, word choice, and the logic behind the translation are explained.
Ask: Similar to the previous "Ask a Follow-up" button, this button allows users to pose follow-up questions about the translation. For example, one might ask, "Is this translation formal?" or "How can I express this translation more politely?"
In this way, the user not only sees the translation but can also understand why it is rendered in that manner or request more details from the translator about the usage of the translation.
📱 Usage Context and Benefits
When traveling abroad and needing to clearly show a translation to someone (for instance, in a restaurant, taxi, or while shopping) — the full-screen display helps make the translation readable from a distance.
When you want to clarify grammatical details or the precise meaning of the translated sentence — the Understand button is useful here.
When you want to ask a follow-up question like "How can I say this more correctly?" or "Is there a more formal option?" — the Ask button comes in handy.
Additionally, for those who are learning a language, these features can be a significant help in understanding not just the translation but also the reasons behind different translation choices.