Google Sheets Translation Help

Quick Start

  1. Install Funshow Translation add-on from Google Workspace Marketplace
  2. Open your Google Sheet
  3. Select cells to translate (up to 10,000 at once)
  4. Click Extensions → Funshow Translation
  5. Choose target language and translation mode
  6. Click "Translate" and wait 2 minutes

Detailed Guide

1. Installation

Visit the Google Workspace Marketplace and search for "Funshow Translation". Click Install and grant the necessary permissions.

Note: You'll need to authorize Funshow to access your spreadsheets. We're GDPR compliant and never store your data.

2. Select Content

Highlight the cells you want to translate:

  • Single cells: Click and drag to select
  • Entire columns: Click column header
  • Entire rows: Click row number
  • Entire sheet: Ctrl+A (Cmd+A on Mac)
  • Multiple ranges: Hold Ctrl and select

3. Configure Translation

Click Extensions → Funshow Translation to open the sidebar.

Language Selection

Choose from 130+ languages including Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, and more.

Translation Modes

  • Standard: General business content
  • Technical: Industry-specific terminology
  • Creative: Marketing and casual content
  • Formal: Legal and official documents

4. Start Translation

Click the "Translate" button. Processing time:

  • 100 cells: ~5 seconds
  • 1,000 cells: ~30 seconds
  • 10,000 cells: ~2 minutes

Key Features

Formula Preservation

All Excel and Google Sheets formulas remain intact and functional after translation.

Formatting Retained

Colors, borders, fonts, and cell styles are perfectly preserved.

Bulk Processing

Translate up to 10,000 cells in a single operation.

Context-Aware AI

Understands context for more accurate translations.

Common Issues & Solutions

Translation is slow or timing out

Try translating smaller ranges (max 10,000 cells). Check your internet connection. If the issue persists, contact support.

Formulas are not working after translation

Funshow preserves all formulas. If you see issues, ensure the original formulas were valid. Check cell references haven't changed.

Some cells didn't translate

Formulas and numbers are intentionally not translated. Only text content is translated to maintain data integrity.

Translation quality is poor

Try different translation modes (Technical, Creative, Formal). Ensure proper context. For critical content, consider human review.

Best Practices

  • Back up your spreadsheet before large translations
  • Use clear, simple language in source content
  • Choose the appropriate translation mode for your content type
  • Review translated content for accuracy, especially technical terms
  • Keep cell references and formulas in English for better compatibility

Still Need Help?

Our support team is here to assist you with any questions or issues.