Google Meet allows you to view real-time translated captions during a meeting. This is a great tool for collaborating with international teams. Follow these steps to activate them:
Step 1: Turn on Captions
In the bottom control bar of your meeting window, find the CC icon (Captions).
- Action: Click the CC icon to activate the captioning feature.
- Once active, the button will turn blue.
Step 2: Access Caption Settings
Once captions are enabled, a small Settings icon (gear) will appear in the top right corner of your screen (or sometimes within the caption bar itself).
- Action: Click on the Gear icon to open the “Settings” menu.
Step 3: Configure Translation
In the Settings window that appears:
- Select Captions (Untertitel) from the left-hand sidebar.
- Meeting Language: Ensure the “Language spoken in the meeting” (In der Besprechung gesprochene Sprache) is set correctly (e.g., German).
- Choose Mode: Select the option for Translated Captions (Übersetzte Untertitel).
- Select Your Language: Under “Translation language” (Ihre gewünschte Sprache), click the dropdown menu and select your preferred language (e.g., English, French, etc.).
Note: Translated captions are only available for certain Google Workspace editions. If you do not see the “Translated Captions” option, it may not be enabled for your organization’s account.
