Quick Translate for macOS – Instant HUD translation with CMD+C+C

Summary: Quick Translate is a macOS menu bar app that instantly translates text using a CMD+C twice shortcut, displaying results in a HUD near the cursor without altering the clipboard. It operates fully on-device via Apple Translation APIs.

What it does

It triggers a HUD overlay with translated text when CMD+C is pressed twice, supporting multiple target languages and preserving the clipboard content.

Who it's for

Users needing fast, on-device text translation on macOS without app switching or clipboard changes.

Why it matters

It provides quicker, seamless translations than alternatives like DeepL’s CMD+C+C flow while maintaining privacy through on-device processing.