translate-book

Translate PDF, DOCX, and EPUB books into multiple languages with chunked processing.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/deusyu/translate-book --skill translate-book-deusyu
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Skill: translate-book
Source: https://github.com/deusyu/translate-book/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/deusyu/translate-book --skill translate-book-deusyu

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) and assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of translating lengthy books by orchestrating automated, chunked translation workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Full-Book Translation: Converts input books in PDF, DOCX, EPUB formats into multiple languages through synchronized chunking and parallel processing.
  • Multi-Format Output: Produces translated versions in Markdown, HTML, DOCX, EPUB, and PDF for versatile use.
  • Use Case: For academic or professional projects requiring multilingual distribution, users can quickly generate translated editions of existing books with minimal manual effort.

Quick Start

Run the translate-book skill on your PDF file 'novel.pdf' to translate into French.

Frequently Asked Questions about translate-book

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I translate an entire book from PDF to another language?

To translate an entire book from PDF, you can use an automated pipeline that splits the document into chunks, processes them in parallel, and merges the translated content. This ensures reliable translation of large files with minimal manual effort.

What is the best way to translate an EPUB file into multiple languages?

The best way to translate an EPUB file into multiple languages is through synchronized chunking and parallel processing. This approach divides the e-book into manageable sections, translates them simultaneously, and outputs multilingual versions in formats like EPUB or Markdown.

Can I automate the translation of large documents without losing formatting?

Yes, you can automate the translation of large documents while retaining structure by using a chunked translation pipeline. It splits content, translates segments in parallel, and merges them into high-quality outputs like DOCX, PDF, or HTML.

Does parallel chunking work for translating academic papers and lengthy books?

Parallel chunking works effectively for translating academic papers and lengthy books. By dividing large texts into synchronized chunks, it processes translations concurrently, making it ideal for academic and literary projects requiring multilingual versioning.

What file formats are supported for automated book translation and output?

Automated book translation supports input formats like PDF, DOCX, and EPUB. The pipeline processes these files and produces translated versions in versatile formats including Markdown, HTML, DOCX, EPUB, and PDF for multilingual distribution.

Why does translating large books manually often fail or take too long?

Translating large books manually fails due to context loss and slow processing speed. An automated chunked workflow solves this by splitting, translating, and merging content reliably in parallel, ensuring high-quality output for publishing.