• Tap and hold the post, select the text content, and tap on the Translate option in the menu.
  • You can also copy the text content from the post, and then paste it on Google Translate.
  • Ensure there’s no problem with the network connectivity on your device and clear the cache from the app.

Basic Fixes

  • Check network connection: If there’s a problem with your Wi-Fi or cellular connection, X may not be able to translate the post.
  • Language may not be supported: If X’s translation service doesn’t support the language, you won’t be able to use the feature.
  • Restart X: Close the app and open it again to see if it fixes the issue.
  • Check if X is down: If X is facing downtime , wait for the services to be restored.
  • Update X: Update the app on your iPhone or Android device for a bug-free experience.

Fix 1: Select and Translate Text

If the translate option isn’t working – tap and hold the post, select all the text, and tap on Translate . This will translate the selected text in the post to your desired language.

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Fix 2: Copy and Paste to Google Translate

Alternatively, you can also tap and hold the post, select all content, and copy & paste it to Google Translate .

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Fix 3: Clear Cache

Accumulated cache and junk files can cause problems in an application. Clearing it from X can help you resolve the issues with translating posts.

On Android

Tap and hold the X app icon > select app info > tap on Clear data > Clear cache .

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On iPhone

Offloading an application on your iPhone removes temporary data, including cache and junk files. However, it maintains all the other essential data, such as your sign-in information, in-app purchases, etc.

Step 1: On your iPhone, go to Settings > General > tap on iPhone Storage .

Step 2: Scroll down, select the X app, and tap on Offload App . Tap on the Offload App once again to confirm.

Step 3: Now, tap on Reinstall App .

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