Plae - Translation – On-device macOS translation app

Summary: Plae is a macOS menu bar app providing private, offline translation using Apple’s built-in tools or a local LLM. It offers fast access via a shortcut and supports cross-language communication without internet.

What it does

Plae translates text on-device using Apple Intelligence or a local llama.cpp-powered LLM, accessible from the menu bar with a shortcut.

Who it's for

It is designed for macOS users needing quick, offline translation to communicate across languages.

Why it matters

Plae solves the lack of simple, always-available translation apps on macOS that work offline and privately.