User Guide

Quick start with Translation Input Method

1 Installation

Translation Input Method supports Windows, macOS, and Linux. Installation takes just a few minutes.

Windows Installation

  1. Download: Visit the download page and select Windows version (supports Windows 10/11 64-bit).
  2. Run Installer: Double-click the downloaded .exe file. If UAC prompts appear, click "Yes" to allow.
  3. Choose Install Path: We recommend using the default path. Installation requires about 200MB of space.
  4. Complete Installation: The process usually takes 2-3 minutes. The installer automatically adds Translation Input Method to your system input methods.
  5. Restart: After installation, restart your computer or re-login to ensure the input method loads properly.

macOS Installation

  1. Download DMG: Get the macOS version from the download page (supports macOS 11.0+).
  2. Open DMG: Double-click the downloaded .dmg file to mount it.
  3. Drag to Applications: Drag the Translation Input Method icon to the Applications folder.
  4. First Launch Authorization: Open Applications, right-click Translation Input Method, and select "Open". If security prompts appear, go to "System Preferences → Security & Privacy" to allow it.
  5. Add Input Method: In "System Preferences → Keyboard → Input Sources", click "+" to add Translation Input Method.

Linux Installation

Linux users should check the download page first and follow the currently listed release notes or source instructions. Avoid package names, scripts, or mirrors that are not shown there.

# Verify the current Linux source on the download page first
# Follow only the release notes or package listed there

💡 Installation Tip

First-time installation requires internet connection for activation. After activation, you can use offline translation features.

2 Basic Usage

The core feature of Translation Input Method is translate-as-you-type, making multilingual input simple and efficient.

Switching to Translation Input Method

After installation, use system shortcuts to switch input methods:

  • Windows: Win + Space or Ctrl + Shift
  • macOS: Control + Space or Command + Space
  • Linux: Super + Space (depends on desktop environment)

Basic Input Flow

1️⃣

Type Original

Enter text in any language

2️⃣

Select Target Language

Choose translation language

3️⃣

View Translation

See real-time results

4️⃣

Confirm

Press Space or Enter

Language Switching

Translation Input Method supports multiple languages. Methods to switch target language:

  • Method 1: Right-click taskbar input method icon → Select target language
  • Method 2: Use shortcut Ctrl + Shift + T to quickly switch between common languages
  • Method 3: Configure default translation direction in settings

3 Keyboard Shortcuts

Function Windows Shortcut macOS Shortcut Description
Switch Input Method Win + Space Ctrl + Space Switch between input methods
Switch Translation Language Ctrl + Shift + T Cmd + Shift + T Switch between common languages
Open Settings Ctrl + Shift + P Cmd + Shift + P Quick open settings panel
Translation History Ctrl + H Cmd + H View recent translations
Add to Dictionary Ctrl + D Cmd + D Add current translation to custom dictionary

💡 Tip

All shortcuts can be customized in settings to match your preferences.

4 Advanced Features

🤖 Smart Suggestions

AI-powered context-aware translation recommendations.

  • Phrase associations
  • Sentence completion
  • Synonym suggestions
  • Context adaptation

☁️ Cloud Sync

Sync your data across all devices.

  • Custom dictionary
  • Translation history
  • Personal settings
  • Shortcut configurations

📴 Offline Mode

Works without internet connection.

  • Built-in offline engine
  • 常用 common words
  • Auto-update when online
  • Privacy protection

🎓 Professional Mode

Optimized for specialized fields.

  • Technical/IT terms
  • Medical terminology
  • Legal language
  • Business vocabulary

5 Troubleshooting

Cannot switch to Translation Input Method?

Please check your system input method settings and ensure Translation Input Method is added to the input method list.

Translation results inaccurate?

You can switch translation engines in settings or add custom dictionaries to improve accuracy.

Input method not responding or laggy?

Possible solutions:

  • Clear translation history cache (Settings → Advanced → Clear Cache)
  • Close unnecessary background applications to free up memory
  • Check if disk space is sufficient (requires at least 500MB)
  • Restart Translation Input Method service

Still Having Issues?

Check the FAQ or return to the download page to verify the setup source

More Specialized Guides

Windows Install Guide

Verify source, handle permissions, and test input switching

macOS Setup Guide

First launch, input source setup, and shortcut conflict checks

Linux Source Check

Verify release sources before using Linux packages or scripts

Shortcut Not Working

Check input switching, conflicts, and app-level interception

Candidate Not Showing

Troubleshoot input state, language settings, and candidate display

Cannot Switch Input Method

Check input source, language bar, system switching, and install source

Not Working After Install

Troubleshoot missing input sources, no response, and plain-field tests

Stuck on First Run

Network, proxy, system time, and managed-device checklist

Lagging or Freezing

Separate local resources, current app behavior, network mode, and source

Blank Translation Output

When typing works but output is blank, check language direction, app context, and network state

Wrong Language Direction

Verify source language, target language, and mixed-text input scenarios

Clipboard and Rich Text

Remove hidden formatting and links before pasting from browsers or documents

Read Changelog Before Updating

Use download page, changelog, and announcements to decide whether to upgrade

Blocked in Specific Apps

Compare plain fields, then check privileges, sandboxing, and fullscreen windows

Multi-Monitor Candidate Position

Check primary display, scaling, window location, and single-display comparison

Missing After OS Update

Check input source reset, permission state, and session reload order

Security Prompt Checklist

Verify the official download page and publishing notes before allowing prompts

Windows Language Bar Missing

Check taskbar input indicator, keyboard list, and download source

macOS Input Source and Privacy

Check input sources, security prompts, privacy permissions, and sign-in reload

Remote Desktop and VM

Identify where input happens before choosing install and troubleshooting location

Official Download and Mirror Risks

Verify platform, version, and repacked-file risks from the official download page

Verify Publishing Page

Check version, platform file, release notes, and first input test

Linux IBus/Fcitx Setup

Check input frameworks, session reload, and candidate display

Managed Device Approval

Corporate download, permissions, IT handoff, and first test checklist

Upgrade or Clean Reinstall

Choose overwrite, repair, or clean install before updating

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Korean Input Translation

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Offline Translation Setup

Configure offline mode for translation without internet

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Cross-Language Typing Tips

Practical tips to boost your multilingual typing efficiency

Custom Dictionary Guide

Create and manage custom dictionaries for better translations

Ready to Get Started?

Download Translation Input Method now and experience efficient multilingual input

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