Beaver Translate is a Google Workspace Add-on developed by 2023 Riverside High School graduate Jack Carbone. Jack developed the add-on while working for the Riverside Local School District's Technology Department following graduation.
Beaver Translate enables students and staff to translate Google Slides into any language.
Beaver Translate Setup:
For all students and staff with a Riverside Schools account, Beaver Translate should automatically be installed. If you should have this add-on, but it is not installed in Google Slides, then you may follow these instructions to get it setup.
1) Go to Google Slides and open any presentation.
2) Click on Extensions > Add-ons > Get add-ons (located near the top of the site). You should now be in the extensions marketplace.
3) Search "Beaver Translate" in the search bar and the app should appear if it is active.
4) Install the app.
5) Refresh your Google Slides tab(s) after install.
6) First time users will need to give permission to Beaver Translate. This will happen when you use the app for the first time.
Beaver Translate Usage Instructions:
1) At the top of Google Slides, navigate to Extensions > Beaver Translate.
2) Under the Beaver Translate dropdown, you will have options for how you would like to translate your presentation. When you click on one, a translation window will appear in the center of the screen.
3) Choose your target language to translate to (from the dropdown).
4) Ensure you are using the correct translation mode (full presentation, full copy, or selection) and then press the translate button at the bottom of the window.
5) Done! You have translated your presentation!
Beaver Translate Support
If you encounter any issues or need assistance with Beaver Translate, please refer to the following support information:
Contact Information
You can reach out to us for support at the following email address:
[email protected]
Please include a clear description of the issue you're facing or the assistance you require when contacting us. We aim to respond to support inquiries promptly.
Reporting Issues
If you encounter a bug or have technical issues with Beaver Translate, please report it to us. To submit a bug report or technical issue, please follow these steps:
1. Send an email to
[email protected] with the subject line "Beaver Translate Issue Report."
2. Provide a detailed description of the issue, including any error messages or screenshots if applicable.
3. If needed, specify the platform and environment you're using (e.g., Google Workspace, browser, operating system).
We appreciate your feedback, and your reports help us improve Beaver Translate.
Feedback and Suggestions
We value your feedback and welcome any suggestions for enhancing Beaver Translate. If you have ideas or feature requests, please send them to
[email protected] with the subject line "Beaver Translate Feedback."
Thank you for using Beaver Translate, and we're here to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.