How To Fix Translate App Not Working On iPhone?

To troubleshoot the Apple Translate app not working on your iPhone, follow these steps:

1. Enable On-Device Mode (for offline translations):

   • Go to Settings > Translate.
   • Turn on the On-Device Mode toggle if needed.

2. Check Downloaded Languages (for offline translations):

   • Open the Translate app.
   • Tap the three horizontal dots at the top-right corner and select Download Languages.
   • Ensure the desired language(s) are downloaded; if not, tap the arrow icon next to the language name to download it.

3. Allow Mobile Data Usage (for online translations):

   • Go to Settings > Translate.
   • Turn on the Mobile Data toggle.

4. Switch to 5G or Wi-Fi (for faster online translations):

   • If using cellular data, switch to a stronger Wi-Fi network or a faster mobile connection (like 5G).

5. Force Quit and Relaunch Translate App (if app freezes or crashes):

   1. On the home screen, swipe up and hold to see background apps.
   2. Find the Translate app window, swipe up to remove it.
   3. Reopen the Translate app.

6. Update Translate App and iOS:

   1. Open Settings, then tap General.
   2. Select Software Update. Download and install updates if available.
   3. Check if the problem persists after updating both the OS and the Translate app.

7. Reset Network Settings (for advanced troubleshooting):

   1. Go to Settings > General > Transfer or Reset iPhone.
   2. Tap on Reset > Reset Network Settings.
   3. Enter your passcode and confirm resetting network settings.

8. Delete and Reinstall the App (if none of the above works):

   1. Delete the Translate app from your device.
   2. Visit the App Store and reinstall the latest version of the Translate app.

Remember that some solutions may require toggling certain features off and on again, which has been reported to resolve issues by some users. If none of these steps work, consider contacting Apple Support directly for further assistance.