Let’s discuss how to Translate Full English PDF Documents into Spanish using MS Edge Browser. Microsoft Edge has made it easier to read PDF documents in other languages. With its new PDF translation feature, you can now translate an entire PDF file right inside the browser.
Instead of copying and pasting text into separate translation tools, Microsoft Edge handles the translation for you. With just a few clicks, you can read the entire PDF in your preferred language, saving time and effort.
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In this post, you will find all the details on how to translate full PDF documents in Microsoft Edge into over 70 languages. Microsoft’s built-in translation feature makes it easy to read PDFs in your preferred language without using external tools.
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How to Translate Full English PDF Documents into Spanish using MS Edge Browser
The PDF translation feature is now available in the Microsoft Edge Canary version. Microsoft is still testing it and collecting feedback. Microsoft plans to add this feature to the regular version of Edge soon. It is a small update, but it makes Edge even more useful for people who work or learn with content in different languages.
Note: PDF translation is currently in preview and will be generally available soon. You can try it out now in the Canary build.
| Steps | Description |
|---|---|
| Open PDF | Open the PDF file in Microsoft Edge. |
| Click Translation Icon | Click the translation icon in the toolbar. |
| Choose Language | In the pop-up window, click the dropdown and select your preferred language. |
| Click Translate | Click the Translate button. |
| View Translated PDF | A new window will open with the full PDF translated into your chosen language. |
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How to Translate Full PDF Documents
In the screenshot below, you can see that the PDF is in Afrikaans. When you open a PDF in Microsoft Edge, you’ll notice a translation icon in the toolbar (as shown below). Click on that icon, and a small window will pop up. Then, click the down arrow to choose your preferred language.
- After selecting the language, just click the Translate button to see the full PDF in your chosen language.
Translate PDFs in Microsoft Edge to 70+ Languages
With just one click, you can pick your preferred language from over 70 options like Spanish, French, Chinese, Hindi, and more. Microsoft Edge will then translate the whole PDF while keeping the layout and formatting the same. This makes the document easy to read and understand, without losing its original structure or meaning.
- Here we choose the English language and click Translate button
End User Experience
After you click the Translate button, Edge will open a new window to show the translated copy of your PDF. This may take a few seconds. In the second screenshot below, you can see that the entire PDF has been successfully translated into English.
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