Translating spreadsheet data manually is tedious. You have to copy cells one by one, translate them elsewhere, and paste them back — often losing cell references, formatting, and data validation rules.
The faster way: AI Sheets Translator
AI Sheets Translator is a Google Workspace add-on that translates spreadsheet content with one click — while preserving your cell formatting, formulas, and sheet structure.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1: Install AI Sheets Translator
Visit Google Workspace Marketplace and click Install.
Step 2: Open your spreadsheet
Open any Google Sheet and go to Extensions → AI Sheets Translator to launch the sidebar.
Step 3: Select cells and target language
Select the cells you want to translate and choose from 100+ supported languages.
Step 4: Click Translate
Click the Translate button. AI Sheets Translator processes selected cells while keeping formatting, formulas in other cells, and sheet structure intact.
Tips for best results
- Select text cells only — skip formula cells for accurate translation.
- Use consistent terminology — uniform phrasing translates more consistently.
- Review key data — while AI translation is highly accurate, financial or legal data benefits from a quick human review.