STranslate is a WPF-based desktop application providing integrated translation and OCR capabilities. It is designed for users who need a convenient tool for text translation and optical character recognition, with a recommendation to configure personal API keys for optimal performance and to bypass limitations of free services.

How It Works

The tool leverages multiple translation and OCR services, allowing users to select their preferred providers. It supports integration with various APIs, including DeerAPI, and utilizes PaddleOCRSharp for its OCR engine. The WPF framework ensures a responsive and modern user interface.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Installation: Download the latest Release version and extract it.
• Requirements: No specific software prerequisites are mentioned beyond the extracted application files. However, the README strongly recommends obtaining and configuring API keys for services like DeerAPI for a better user experience.
• Documentation: Usage Document
• Discussion: Discussions

Highlighted Details

• Supports multiple translation and OCR services.
• Offers integration with the DeerAPI aggregation platform.
• Developed using WPF for a modern UI.
• Open-source and free to use.

Maintenance & Community

The project is maintained by zggsong. Community discussions are encouraged via GitHub Discussions.

Licensing & Compatibility

• License: MIT License.
• Compatibility: The MIT license permits commercial use and linking with closed-source projects.

Limitations & Caveats

The README emphasizes that a better user experience is achieved by applying for and configuring personal API services, implying that the default free service tiers may have limitations or be less reliable.