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@revoconner revoconner released this 16 Sep 10:34
0.1.0
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Initial release of Firefox Live caption translate setup files and extension

Installation guide:

  • Download the files named
    • LiveCaptionTranslate-Setup-0.1.0.exe along with the
    • LiveCaptionTranslate-Setup-0.1.0-1.bin,
    • LiveCaptionTranslate-Setup-0.1.0-2.bin and
    • LiveCaptionTranslate-Setup-0.1.0-3.bin on your computer in the same folder.
  • If they have downloaded, simply run the LiveCaptionTranslate-Setup-0.1.0.exe file by double clicking it.
  • The setup GUI will guide you with setting up the backend. You won't have to worry about setting anything up manually.

An example of the folder structure is shown below:

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The extension

  • The extension should ideally be downloaded from Mozilla Firefox extension page (a link will be provided when Mozilla accepts the extension submission).
  • However, if you run firefox developer edition, you can download the unsigned live_caption_translate-0.1.6.zip file and install it manually via the extension page inside firefox.

Release FAQ

  • Why the mismatch in version number between backend and extension?
    • The only reason is because I updated the build number for extension on every rebuild so make it easier to install it my tests as upgrade. For the backend the installer was only built after the testing so nothing there.
  • How do I run the backend again?
    • The backend automatically runs as a background app and shows an icon in the system tray when you first login after a reboot.
    • To run it manually type %APPDATA%\LiveCaptionTranslate\backend\LiveCaptionTranslate.exe into windows search and just click it.
    • The backend only loads AI models when the extension is activated on a tab, so not a lot of resources are used by the backend when not in use.
  • Where is the log file?
    • The log file is in %APPDATA%\LiveCaptionTranslate\logs folder. You can go this exact folder by right clicking the system tray icon as well.
  • Why does the backend installer shows a warning when trying to run?
    • If you encounter any Smart screen warning you that it's untrusted executable, that's only because the executable is unsisgned as I cannot be bothered to set up a paid azure dev accounts.
    • So it is unsigned with a verified microsoft certificate, it's unverified by Microsoft. This does not mean the installer is unsafe.
  • Why are there multiple setup files and why are they so large in size?
    • The files are large because they bundle the AI models with them, so you don't have hunt for the models yourself. Everything is set up for your ease of use.
    • They are split into multiple parts to not be a single huge executable file by its own, which can cause problems with Windows.
  • How do I quit the backend server?
    • Simply right click the system tray and quit it.
    • Remember: when restarting the backend after quitting, you must restart any existing running instances of firefox, otherwise they the extensio and backend will not be able to send the audio data to and from each other.
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