Machine translation (MT) uses algorithms to convert text from one language to another automatically, without human input. When deciding whether to use MT, the most important question to ask is: what's the risk if there's an error in the translation? MT works well for gisting or low-stakes content, but it's not the right choice when there's brand risk, regulatory exposure, or potential risk to life. Watch to learn how MT engines work and get a practical framework for deciding when MT makes sense on your own projects.