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Free mode processes supported translations locally in desktop Chrome and uses no Advanced points. Model and language downloads may be required. Availability depends on your browser, device and language pair.
MANGA OCR TRANSLATOR
Translate manga text with OCR
PanelLingo detects text in comic speech bubbles, translates it and places readable dialogue back on the image. A selected area can focus OCR when a full page is too complex.
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Translate comic speech bubbles in three steps
- Choose the image or area.Use visible images, the page or draw a smaller selection around the dialogue you need.
- Detect and translate.PanelLingo runs detection, OCR and translation in Free local or optional Advanced cloud mode.
- Check against the original.Switch views to verify names, reading order and any bubble that was not detected.
OCR and translated dialogue
日本語 → English · Advanced
This is a real Advanced result, not a concept mockup. Detection, wording and text layout can vary.
Cloud translation with points
Advanced uses one-time point packs, with no subscription or automatic renewal. Sign in and review the displayed quote or cost before starting. Website batch translation also uses Advanced points.
What can affect a result
Small, blurred or highly stylized text, busy backgrounds, unusual reading order and lazy-loaded images can affect detection, OCR, translation and layout. Some text may remain unchanged. Protected browser pages cannot be translated, and website compatibility varies. PanelLingo does not bypass paywalls or provide comics.
Compare with the original and use a selected area when a smaller target is more reliable. Use content you have permission to access and process.
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Get PanelLingo on Chrome Web Store ↗Translate comic speech bubbles in Chrome
Install from PanelLingo's official listing, then review Chrome's permission prompt before adding the extension.