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Overview
Translate text faster by using shortcuts in the DeepL desktop app. You'll speed up your work by removing the need to manually copy and paste text.
For Mac
To use a shortcut to translate text from any app:
- Select the text you would like to translate
- Press the keyboard shortcut ⌘ + C + C (hold ⌘ while pressing C twice)
- Translated text will appear in a small window on top of the app you're using
To customize and manage your shortcut:
- Open the DeepL for Mac app
- Click the menu icon
and choose Settings
- Go to DeepL Shortcut and choose your preferred settings
Note: Your combination must include a modifier key (⌘/Ctrl/Option/Shift) and an alphanumeric key (character, digit, or spacebar).
For Windows
To use a shortcut to translate text from any app:
- Select the text you would like to translate
- Either click the floating DeepL icon or press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + C + C (hold Ctrl while pressing C twice)
- Translated text will appear in a small window on top of the app you're using
In your app's settings you can:
- Enable / disable / customize the keyboard shortcut
- Choose where you'd like the translation to appear (small window vs directly in the DeepL app)
- Show / hide the floating DeepL icon
To customize and manage your shortcut:
- Open the DeepL for Windows app
- Click the menu icon
- Click the Keyboard shortcuts tab and locate the Choose your shortcuts section
- Choose your preferred settings under Translate selected text
Note: Your keyboard shortcut combination must include a modifier key (e.g., Ctrl) and an alphanumeric key (character, digit, or spacebar).