Uploaded May 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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This tutorial shows how to translate text in Microsoft Word. First, we will look at how to translate specific text. Then, we will look at how to translate an entire Word document. Lastly, the Pro Tip at the end shows how to turn off spelling and grammar suggestions (the red lines) for the translated text.

This tutorial was filmed in Word for Microsoft 365. These steps also apply to Word for Mac (Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac), Word 2021, Word 2019, and Word for the web.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:57 How to Translate Text
01:42 How to Translate an Entire Document
02:41 How to Turn Off Spelling & Grammar Suggestions (Red Lines) from Translated Text

📝 Companion Blog Post/Transcript for this Video
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How to Translate Text in Microsoft Word (PC, Mac, and Web)
erinwrightwriting.com/translate-text-in-microsoft-word

💻 Related Resources
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How to Change the Proofing Language in Microsoft Word
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How to Change the Proofing Language in Word for Mac
youtu.be/YmJOJ5ypJeE

How to Use Microsoft Word (Playlist)
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTcwfTvXiBsjMtG6vRKB1jIV_pvfIdQjK

How to Use Word for Mac (Playlist)
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTcwfTvXiBsiERbFGLG604i1h490xRBdJ

💻 Please visit my blog at erinwrightwriting.com for more easy-to-follow tips on writing, editing, and document software.

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