# Overview

Welcome to the VNTranslator Docs!

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This documentation provides comprehensive guidance on using VNTranslator to translate visual novels and PC games.

If you're looking to perform a specific workflow, check out the sections below to find the right tools and guides.

## Getting Started

To begin using VNTranslator, refer to the [Getting Started](https://docs.vntranslator.com/getting-started/getting-started) section.

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[getting-started](https://docs.vntranslator.com/getting-started/getting-started)
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## Clipboard Translator&#x20;

The Clipboard Translator provides quick and automatic translation. It detects text copied to your clipboard and instantly displays the translation in the [Extra Window](https://docs.vntranslator.com/features/extra-window).

Learn more about [Clipboard Translator](https://docs.vntranslator.com/user-guide/clipboard)

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## OCR Translator

The OCR Translator extracts text directly from your screen using Optical Character Recognition (OCR) and translates it. This feature includes advanced options such as [pre-processing](https://docs.vntranslator.com/user-guide/ocr/pre-processing), [post-processing](https://docs.vntranslator.com/user-guide/ocr/post-processing), and support for multiple [OCR engines](https://docs.vntranslator.com/user-guide/ocr/ocr-engines).

Learn more about [OCR Translator](https://docs.vntranslator.com/user-guide/ocr)

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## AutoTrans

AutoTrans is an exclusive feature that provides real-time translation of in-game text. It automatically detects and translates game dialogue as you play.

Learn more about [AutoTrans](https://docs.vntranslator.com/user-guide/autotrans)

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## TextractorCLI & XUAT Integration

VNTranslator supports the following third-party integrations:

* [**TextractorCLI**](https://docs.vntranslator.com/user-guide/textractorcli) is a text hooker that extracts in-game text and sends it to VNTranslator for translation. The translated text is displayed in the [Extra Window](https://docs.vntranslator.com/features/extra-window)
* [**XUAT**](https://docs.vntranslator.com/user-guide/xuat-xunity-autotranslator) (XUnity.AutoTranslator) is used to translate Unity-based games in real-time.\
  Text extracted by XUAT is sent to VNTranslator for translation, then returned to XUAT to be displayed directly in the game.

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## ~~RenPy Script~~ (Deprecated)

A legacy feature for translating RenPy-based games.

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This feature is no longer actively maintained or supported.
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