Translate the Text in a Social Media Image Into Another Language

What the tool does and does not do

• It reads the text in the picture and redraws it in one of 14 languages, keeping the layout. (Image translator)
• The FAQ describes the translation as AI-made. In a post, text that is small, blurry, curved, decorative or handwritten may be missed, read wrongly or translated badly, and certain lines can stay in the original language. (FAQ)
• The text is redrawn, so fonts and spacing may change, and long translations may be shortened to fit. Numbers, prices and brand names are meant to stay as they are, but check them.
• Roughly 1 megapixel, in the standard shape that matches your post most closely.

When it fits and when to rebuild

• Fits: a quote graphic, an announcement, an infographic with large text, a simple poster.
• Rebuild in your design tool: images with a brand font, a very tight layout, decorative lettering, many small labels, or a result you will print large.

How to translate text in a social media image

1. Start with the sharpest, largest source you have

   Use the design file's export, not a screenshot. Large, clear text works best.

2. Open Image translator for your post

   Upload a JPG, PNG or WebP and choose the language. You see the credit price first.

3. Run it

   Translating the post typically finishes in 10 to 40 seconds. A failed run releases the held credits automatically, and credits may stay held while the outcome is still being checked.

4. Compare line by line

   Check names, dates, times, prices, links, hashtags and @handles. These should not change.

5. Read it as a reader would

   A literal translation can be correct and still sound odd in a post. Have someone who reads the language check the tone.

6. Check the layout

   Long translations can crowd the design or be shortened.

7. Check the size

   Compare the result's shape with the platform's image slot. We have not checked platform sizes for this guide.

8. Save the translated post within 24 hours and keep the original

Review checklist before posting

• Names, places and brands spelled the way you spell them.
• Dates, times and currency in the format readers expect.
• Idioms and jokes: they often do not translate word for word.
• No legal, medical or safety wording that you haven't had checked. The FAQ says never to rely on the tool alone for allergens, medicine, safety or legal information.
• Caption text and alt text in the same language.

Frequently asked questions