For people in foreign trade and cross-border e-commerce, WhatsApp is a familiar tool. As the most popular instant messaging app overseas, WhatsApp has 2 billion users across more than 180 countries and regions. It allows free messaging and sending information without needing to add contacts, making it an excellent tool for expanding international business and developing global markets.
However, WhatsApp has a major drawback: it does not have a built-in translation feature. When we need to communicate with people who speak different languages, this can become an obstacle, potentially leading to miscommunication, unclear product descriptions, or even incorrect order information.
Don’t worry! In this article, I will share methods and tools to translate WhatsApp messages and overcome language barriers.
Using Google Translate
Google Translate is available both as a mobile app and a web version, both of which are free to use. Although Google Translate can translate WhatsApp messages anytime and anywhere, it is not suitable for lengthy conversations as it requires copying and pasting each message individually.
Steps:
- Download the app from Google Play or the App Store or open the web version.
- Open Google Translate and select the source and target languages.
- Copy and paste the WhatsApp message you want to translate.
- Copy the translation and send it to the recipient.
Using ChatGPT
ChatGPT 4.0 requires a subscription, but ChatGPT 3.5 is still free. Like Google Translate, ChatGPT is available both on the web and as a mobile app, providing translation services. An additional advantage over Google Translate is that ChatGPT can also suggest responses.
Using Gboard
Gboard is a keyboard app by Google that can replace your system's default keyboard and has a built-in translation feature. Here's how to use it:
- Download Gboard from Google Play or the App Store.
- Grant the necessary system permissions.
- Switch your phone's default keyboard to Gboard.
- Tap the translate button and select your language and the target language.
- Type the text you want to translate and tap the “Translate” button.
- The translated text will appear in the text box. Tap send.
Using Third-party Tools
While Google Translate, ChatGPT, and Gboard can translate WhatsApp messages, they can be cumbersome to use. Specialized third-party translation tools are simpler and more efficient. For example, WADesk has a built-in translation feature that supports real-time translation in 134 languages. It can automatically detect the recipient's language, providing direct and real-time translations.
WADesk is a multifunctional tool based on WhatsApp, offering more than just translation. It has lead generation features, helping you collect phone numbers and develop clients. It also supports mass messaging with options to set sending intervals, use random message templates, and distribute tasks across multiple accounts to reduce the risk of being blocked. Additionally, it offers customer information management for personalized marketing and conversions, as well as WhatsApp number filtering, quick replies, and automated responses. It’s worth a try!
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