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While reading an article, you may encounter unfamiliar words. Google Dictionary is a convenient tool when you want to quickly look up the meaning of a word without any hassle.
Provided as a browser extension, Google Dictionary allows you to simply double-click on a word in the text to check its meaning and pronunciation.
This article explains in detail how to use and configure Google Dictionary. It is intended for Windows 10 PCs using Google Chrome as the browser.
About Google Dictionary
How to set up Google Dictionary
How to use Google Dictionary
Finally
About Google Dictionary
Google Dictionary is a Google Chrome extension that functions like a dictionary. It is easy to install.
When you select a word on a web page, its meaning is immediately displayed. Google Dictionary supports multiple languages, so you can translate not only in English but also in other languages like Chinese and German. This makes it useful for foreign language learning and translation work.
Using Google Dictionary is simple, just double-click on the word you want to search. You can also customize operations by combining keys like “Ctrl” or “Alt” to make it even more user-friendly.
How to set up Google Dictionary
Next, let’s explain how to install and configure Google Dictionary.
To use Google Dictionary, you need to add it as a Google Chrome browser extension. Search for “Google Dictionary” in the Chrome Web Store to find the extension.
Go to the extension page and click on the “[Add to Chrome]” button to add Google Dictionary to Google Chrome.
After adding it, enable Google Dictionary Pins from the extension icon in the top right corner of the screen. This will ensure that Google Dictionary is always visible.
Right-click on the Google Dictionary icon in the top right corner of the screen and select “Options”.
This will display the settings screen. First, select “Japanese” under “My Language”. In “Define popup window”, you can set up a pop-up window with an explanation that appears when you double-click or select a word. Check your preferences and select both options, then set the “Wake Up Key” to “None”.
In “Word History”, you can choose whether to save the history of searched words. If you want to save it, check “Save searched words including definitions”. Once you have finished your settings, click on “Save” at the bottom of the settings screen to save your settings.
How to use Google Dictionary
Next, let’s explain how to use Google Dictionary.
Searching for Meanings
First, double-click or drag to select the word you want to know on the web. A pop-up window will appear with the meaning of the word.
If the explanation in the pop-up window is not sufficient, click on “More” at the bottom right of the pop-up window to move to a web search page where you can further research. This saves you the trouble of typing the word you want to search for.
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Not all selected words will show their meanings, so please be aware that meanings may appear or not depending on the selection. However, the message “Search the Web” will be displayed at the bottom right of the pop-up, allowing you to seamlessly transition to a web search.
Translation
Google Dictionary also supports foreign language translations. When you select English, a pop-up window displaying the meaning in Japanese will appear. In addition to English, translations to other languages such as Chinese and German are also possible.
Clicking on the speaker icon next to a word allows you to listen to its pronunciation.
Furthermore, in the translation section, you will see “More” at the bottom right of the pop-up. Clicking here will jump to Google Translate, where you can learn more.
Key Mapping
When you select a word or double-click on it, a pop-up appears. In this case, the pop-up will also appear just by copying text. Therefore, it is useful to set it up to show the pop-up when selecting text while pressing a key.
To assign a key, open the Google Dictionary settings screen mentioned above. Next, set it up in “Popup definition”.
There will be an item called “Activation key”. The options are “None”, “Ctrl”, “Alt”, “Shift”. If you select “None”, the pop-up window will appear just by selecting or double-clicking a word. On the other hand, if you choose “Ctrl” or others, the pop-up will appear when you double-click on a word while pressing that key.
When assigning a key, be sure to press “Save” at the bottom of the settings screen to save the changes.
Finally
By using Google Dictionary, you can easily and quickly search for the meaning of words on the web. This saves you the hassle of switching screens and improves your work efficiency.
It also has translation capabilities, helping you understand words and phrases in foreign languages such as English or Chinese. Mastering the use of Google Dictionary will make browsing and reading online text more efficient.
We hope this article serves as a useful reference for mastering Google Dictionary.
●Written by Reo Mitaka (Reo Mitaka | Kyoto Media Line / https://kyotomedialine.com FB)
Programmer. Supports small and medium-sized enterprises in the digital field, with a focus on DX transformation. Main areas of development are backend, frontend, and applications. Also interested in humanities such as history.