Problem
Comic text is not plain document text
Dialogue can sit inside bubbles, captions, signs, and small panel details. Copying everything by hand slows the reading workflow down.
Comic OCR translator
Comic OCR translator for page images
Comic pages are visual, so translation starts with recognizing page text without breaking the reading flow.
Solution
OCR and AI work together for readable pages
Comics Translate detects page text, translates dialogue with Gemini AI, and renders translated text back onto the page for a smoother result.
Workflow
From page image to readable translation
Import pages
Paste a manga website URL or upload PNG, JPG, and WebP images.
Detect text
OCR reads text areas from speech bubbles and page artwork.
Translate with AI
Gemini AI translates dialogue using your own API key.
Read the result
The app renders translated text back onto the page for Reader View.
Highlights
OCR translation for visual pages
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Questions
Common questions
What is a comic OCR translator?
It is a workflow that detects text from comic page images, translates it, and prepares a readable translated result.
Can Comics Translate handle manga and comics?
Yes. The app is designed for manga-style pages and comic page images.
Do translated pages stay readable?
The app renders translated text back onto the page so you can read the result in Reader View.
Can OCR still miss text?
Yes. Difficult pages can still need review, which is why Comics Translate includes repair and selected area tools.