DNA to Protein Translator
Convert DNA (or RNA) sequences into protein using the standard genetic code. Supports frame selection, stop-codon handling, and quick copy for downstream analysis.
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No translation yet. Enter a sequence and press Translate.
| # | Codon | Amino Acid | Short name |
|---|---|---|---|
| No codons yet. | |||
How to Use This Translator
Paste a DNA or RNA sequence, choose the reading frame that aligns with your open reading frame, optionally stop at the first stop codon, and click Translate. The calculator shows the resulting amino-acid string, summary metrics, and codon-by-codon breakdown.
Methodology
The tool uppercases every nucleotide, converts uracil to thymine when requested, and ignores whitespace. Translation steps through the sequence codon by codon (three bases at a time) starting from the selected frame. Each codon is mapped to the standard genetic code to produce an amino acid or stop marker.
- Stops are reported as “*”. Enable the stop-at-first option to end translation at the first stop codon in a frame.
- The amino-acid summary excludes stop codons so you can compare protein length across sequences.
- Codon-level metadata is provided so you can cross-check translation decisions codon by codon.
Full original guide (expanded)
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