How to connect Google Cloud Translate and Captions
Create a New Scenario to Connect Google Cloud Translate and Captions
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Google Cloud Translate, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Google Cloud Translate or Captions will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Google Cloud Translate or Captions, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Google Cloud Translate Node
Select the Google Cloud Translate node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the Google Cloud Translate
Click on the Google Cloud Translate node to configure it. You can modify the Google Cloud Translate URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Captions Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Google Cloud Translate node, select Captions from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Captions.

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Authenticate Captions
Now, click the Captions node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Captions settings. Authentication allows you to use Captions through Latenode.
Configure the Google Cloud Translate and Captions Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Google Cloud Translate and Captions Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Google Cloud Translate, Captions, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Google Cloud Translate and Captions integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Google Cloud Translate and Captions (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Google Cloud Translate and Captions
YouTube + Captions + Google Cloud Translate: When a new video is uploaded to a YouTube channel, automatically retrieve its subtitles, translate them to a target language using Google Cloud Translate, and then update the YouTube video with the translated subtitles using Captions.
Captions + Google Cloud Translate + Facebook: When a video translation request is completed in Captions, translate the video captions into another language using Google Cloud Translate, and then use the translated captions in Facebook.
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About Google Cloud Translate
Automate multilingual workflows with Google Cloud Translate in Latenode. Translate text on-the-fly within any automation: localize content from web forms, translate support tickets, or adapt marketing copy for global audiences. Integrate it into complex flows and control translation logic visually, with optional JS coding for custom rules.
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About Captions
Need accurate, automated captions for videos? Integrate Captions with Latenode to generate and sync subtitles across platforms. Automate video accessibility for marketing, training, or support. Latenode adds scheduling, file handling, and error control to Captions, making scalable captioning workflows simple and efficient.
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FAQ Google Cloud Translate and Captions
How can I connect my Google Cloud Translate account to Captions using Latenode?
To connect your Google Cloud Translate account to Captions on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Google Cloud Translate and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Google Cloud Translate and Captions accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically translate Captions transcriptions?
Yes, you can! Latenode’s visual editor makes automating the translation of Captions transcriptions with Google Cloud Translate simple. Get globally accessible content effortlessly, scaling with your needs.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Google Cloud Translate with Captions?
Integrating Google Cloud Translate with Captions allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automatically translating video captions into multiple languages.
- Creating multilingual subtitles for global audiences.
- Generating translated transcripts from video content in real-time.
- Syncing translated captions across multiple video platforms.
- Analyzing translated captions for quality and accuracy.
Can I use JavaScript to enhance translation workflows on Latenode?
Yes! Latenode allows custom JavaScript code, enabling advanced manipulation of translated text for specific formatting and use cases.
Are there any limitations to the Google Cloud Translate and Captions integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Large volumes of translation may incur costs from Google Cloud Translate.
- Caption formatting may require adjustments after translation.
- Real-time translation speed is dependent on API response times.