Google translator allows to translate texts and web pages to and from several languages (English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese) by using the Google online translation services. This means that you obviously need to be connected to the Internet in order to use it.

This small app is very easy to use. It stays minimized on your system tray, without interrumpting your work. Then, whenever you need to translate any text string, just select it with your mouse and press the appropiate keyboard shortcut. You can set your own favorite key combination in the program's configuration menu.

The translated text can be shown up in a balloon-type hint box (if it's a short translation) or in a pop-up message window, if it's a longer one. The text can also alternatively be copied to the Clipboard right after being translated into the target language.