Problem
Gemini alone still needs page preparation
A normal chat prompt can translate copied text, but manga pages need text detection, dialogue grouping, page order, and a way to put translated text back where readers expect it.
Gemini manga translator
Gemini manga translator for manga readers
Comics Translate gives Gemini AI a practical manga workflow: import pages, detect dialogue, translate with your own key, and read the rendered result.
Solution
Use Gemini inside a focused manga workflow
Comics Translate prepares the page text, sends dialogue for AI translation with your Gemini API key, and keeps the result inside a clean macOS reader.
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
Built for Gemini-assisted manga reading
your own Gemini API keyAI-assisted dialogue translationmanga page workflowone-time macOS app
Questions
Common questions
Do I need my own Gemini API key?
Yes. Comics Translate uses your own Gemini API key, so AI usage follows your Google account quota, billing, and terms.
Does the license include unlimited Gemini usage?
No. The Premium license unlocks the app workflow, while Gemini API usage is handled by your own Google account.
Can I use Google's free API tier?
Yes, when your Google account and selected Gemini model are eligible. Quotas and availability are controlled by Google.
What if Gemini translation is imperfect?
You can review the result, repair difficult pages, and rerun selected areas when a page needs extra attention.