Instant Multilingual Dictionary

Description

Enhance your reading comprehension with the Instant Multilingual PDF/HTML/TXT Dictionary, a Chrome extension designed for quick and easy word definitions. This tool allows users to define words or phrases on any PDF, HTML, or TXT page with just two clicks, even for local documents. The extension offers multiple ways to access definitions: by clicking a floating icon, using a customizable shortcut (Alt+Shift+Z by default), or through the right-click context menu.

For PDF users, the extension provides robust support. If tooltips cannot be displayed directly within PDFs, such as in Chrome's built-in PDF viewer, a popup window automatically opens to show the definitions, ensuring a seamless experience. This fallback mechanism makes it effective even on complex documents.

The extension is highly customizable, offering several key options. Users can tailor keyboard shortcuts to fit their workflow, select from various definition providers, including the versatile ChatGPT, and configure the appearance and functionality of the popup window. A 'Search the web' link is also provided for deeper exploration of terms. ChatGPT can be used as a backup definition source, requiring registration at chatgpt.com if necessary.

Advanced features include the 'CSP Page Pronunciation' option, which enables word pronunciation on Content Security Policy (CSP) protected pages like github.com, though it is initially disabled and requires user activation. The extension supports a wide array of languages for definitions, including Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Spanish, and Vietnamese, among many others.

Recent updates have introduced search history for easy retrieval of past definitions, a selection icon for instant translation, and improved reliability. The popup window system has been enhanced with keyboard shortcut support for recursive lookups, resizable windows with position memory, and fixes for context menu errors. Code quality and user support have also been modernized, with improved tooltip visibility and a direct support hub link.

It's important to note that while the extension supports native PDF formats and Chrome's built-in viewer, it does not support protected or scanned documents. For local document access, users must enable the 'Allow access to file URLs' option in Chrome's extension settings.

Instant Multilingual Dictionary's Core Features

• Define words on PDF, HTML, and TXT pages

• Two-click definition access

• Customizable keyboard shortcuts

• Multiple definition providers including ChatGPT

• Automatic PDF definition fallback to popup window

• Popup window configuration options

• Web search link for extended information

• ChatGPT as a backup definition source

• Word pronunciation on CSP protected pages

• Supports numerous languages for definitions

• Search history functionality

• Selection icon for instant translation

• Resizable fallback popup windows with position memory

How to use Instant Multilingual Dictionary?

1. 1

   Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store

2. 2

   Navigate to a PDF, HTML, or TXT page

3. 3

   Select a word or phrase you wish to define

4. 4

   Click the floating icon, use the shortcut, or right-click to define

5. 5

   View the definition in a tooltip or popup window

6. 6

   Customize settings like shortcuts and definition providers in the extension options

Instant Multilingual Dictionary's Use Cases

• Quick Word Definitions
• PDF Document Comprehension
• Multilingual Reading Aid
• Customizable User Experience
• Enhanced Online Learning
• Local File Dictionary

FAQ from Instant Multilingual Dictionary

• How do I define a word using the Instant Multilingual Dictionary?

  Select the word or phrase on the page, then click the floating icon, use the Alt+Shift+Z shortcut, or right-click and choose 'Define [your selected word(s)]'.

• Does this extension work on local PDF files?

  Yes, it works on local PDF, HTML, and TXT files. Ensure you enable 'Allow access to file URLs' in your Chrome extension settings for local document access.

• What languages are supported for definitions?

  The extension supports a wide range of languages including Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Bulgarian, Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese.

• Can I use ChatGPT for definitions?

  Yes, ChatGPT is available as a definition provider and can also be used as a backup source. You may need to register at chatgpt.com.

• What happens if tooltips don't show in a PDF?

  If tooltips cannot be displayed in PDFs, the extension automatically opens a popup window with the definitions, ensuring a seamless experience even with Chrome's built-in PDF viewer.

• Can I change the shortcut keys?

  Yes, you can customize the keyboard shortcuts to complement your personal workflow through the extension's options.

• Does the extension support word pronunciation?

  Yes, it offers a 'CSP Page Pronunciation' option to enable word pronunciation on certain protected pages like github.com, though this feature is initially disabled.

• What kind of documents are NOT supported?

  Protected or scanned documents are not supported. The extension works best with native PDF formats and standard HTML/TXT files.

• Is there a history of my definitions?

  Yes, version 2.4.0 introduced Search History functionality, allowing you to easily view and retrieve your past definitions.

• How is the popup window configured?

  You can personalize the popup window's appearance and functionality through the extension's settings.