AI feature makes Google Translate more powerful

Based on a recent APK teardown, Android Authority has spotted a demo of how the Ask a Follow-up feature works. The feature promises to be a convenience for users, helping them understand and refine translations in more detail. The APK teardown allows for predictions of features that may appear in the future, although not all of them are publicly released.

How the Ask a Follow-up feature works

When users type text to translate in the Google Translate app, a new Ask a Follow-up button will appear at the bottom of the translation results. This button opens up a series of AI-powered options to enhance the translation experience. Specifically, the feature works like this:

- Translation information: Click the Ask a Follow-up button to get additional context about the completed translation, helping users better understand the nuances of the translation result.

- Custom Tone and Style: The feature allows users to choose from a variety of options such as Formal, Simplify, Casual, Alternative Translations, Rephrase, and Regional Variants. This selection will change the tone and style of the translation.

- Feedback and audio: Users can listen to the translated text by tapping the audio icon, and can also provide feedback on the translation quality through the like and dislike buttons.

- Other details: The new feature also provides cultural notes, grammar explanations, and regional variations, helping users better understand translation differences depending on context or location.

The new Ask a Follow-up feature was spotted in Google Translate version 9.3.78.731229477.7, but it hasn't been widely rolled out yet. Once it does, Google Translate's new AI-powered feature could become a useful tool for those looking to gain deeper insights into translations.

With the ability to adjust the tone, provide additional context, and provide real-time feedback, this feature promises to bring a more personalized and educational translation experience. Users should follow the upcoming updates from Google Translate so they don't miss the official information about this feature.

Lesley Montoya

Update 03 March 2025