TranslationPlugin: A Handy Tool for Developers
Introduction
TranslationPlugin is a highly useful plugin designed for IntelliJ-based Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) such as Android Studio. It is created to ease the process of translating content directly within the development environment, using a wide array of translation engines. Developed by a vibrant community of contributors, this tool integrates smoothly into your workflow, saving time and reducing friction when working on multilingual projects.
Features
TranslationPlugin is equipped with a host of features tailored for developers:
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Multiple Translation Engines: The plugin supports numerous leading translation services including Microsoft Translator, Google Translate, DeepL, OpenAI Translator, Youdao, Baidu, and Alibaba. This broad compatibility ensures that you have access to powerful translation capabilities.
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Language Versatility: It allows for inter-translation across multiple languages, making it a versatile tool in a globalized work environment.
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Text-to-Speech (TTS): Comes with TTS capabilities powered by Microsoft Edge, Google, and OpenAI, allowing for convenient audio rendering of translated text.
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Document Translation: Provides functionality for translating entire documents, not just individual words or sentences, which is particularly beneficial when dealing with large volumes of text.
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Automatic Features: Includes automatic word selection and breaks, simplifying the translation process for continuous text.
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Word Book: A feature that lets users save words and their translations for future reference.
Compatibility
TranslationPlugin supports a wide range of IDEs including:
- Android Studio
- IntelliJ IDEA (Community and Ultimate Editions)
- PhpStorm
- WebStorm
- PyCharm (Community and Professional Editions)
- CLion, DataGrip, DataSpell, GoLand, Rider, RubyMine, AppCode, MPS, and Aqua
- HUAWEI DevEco Studio
Installation
Installing TranslationPlugin is straightforward:
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Via IDE's Plugin Repository: Navigate to Preferences(Settings) > Plugins > Marketplace. Search for "Translation" and click install.
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Manual Installation: You can download the plugin from GitHub Releases or JetBrains Plugin Repository and install it via Preferences(Settings) > Plugins > Install plugin from disk.
After installation, restart your IDE to start using the plugin.
Usage
To start using the TranslationPlugin:
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Translation Service Setup (Optional): Depending on the engine you choose, signing up might be required for some services like OpenAI and DeepL. You will need to configure the Authentication Key in the plugin settings.
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Translating Text: Select or hover over the text, right-click, and choose the Translate option to get the translated text quickly. You can also configure shortcuts for faster access.
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Translate and Replace: This feature translates text and allows you to replace the original with the translated version in different formats like camel case or with a custom separator.
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Document Translation: Enable automatic document translation within the plugin settings, perfect for seamlessly reading and understanding large blocks of text.
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Switch Between Engines: Easily switch the translation engine using the status bar widget for quick adaptability.
Actions
The plugin provides several actionable commands, enhancing your productivity:
- Show Translation Dialog: A window displaying the translation options.
- Translate: A quick translate option available in the editor context menu.
- Translate and Replace: Directly replace texts with their translations.
- Toggle Quick Documentation Translation: Switch between original and translated texts in the documentation.
FAQ
Network Issues: If you experience any network-related issues, check your connection and proxy settings.
Garbled Text: Ensure the font being used supports the translated characters.
Shortcut Conflicts: If shortcuts aren't working, they might be conflicting with others. Reset them in your IDE settings.
Support and Contributions
Support the TranslationPlugin through various means like starring the project on GitHub, giving feedback, submitting pull requests, or sharing it with peers. Financial support can be made via Open Collective, WeChat Pay, or Alipay. Contributions, whether code or financial, are welcome and vital to sustaining the project.
Conclusion
TranslationPlugin significantly enhances productivity by integrating powerful translation capabilities directly into a developer’s IDE. With its ease of use, broad compatibility, and comprehensive feature set, it is the go-to tool for developers working with multilingual projects.
By choosing TranslationPlugin, developers can save time and simplify the translation process, all while retaining the ease and flexibility offered by their preferred development environment.