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Page Reader
A completely free extension to read highlighted text via Text To Speech.
What is Page Reader?
'Page Reader' is a free Chrome extension aimed at enhancing inclusivity and learning. This unique tool reads out any highlighted text on a webpage, offering a useful aid for those who prefer auditory learning or require accessibility solutions. Quick to install and easy to use, Page Reader offers a seamless reading experience on the web. Always free, it serves as a testament to our commitment towards universal accessibility and an open internet.
Stats
Users:
10,000+
Rating:
2.37
(30)
Creation date:
2020-03-03
Risk impact:
Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Manifest version:
2
Permissions:
- activeTab
- alarms
- storage
Size:
83.00K
Stats date:
Chrome-Stats Rank
#
8771
▲ 4
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Summary
This is a very easy to use Text To Speech extension. Simply highlight any section of text on your page, then click the extension icon on your Chrome toolbar and it will be read back to you. The extension is entirely free, and always will be.
Any and all feedback/suggestions are welcome, as I plan on continuing to update it as needed.
User reviews
User reviews summary
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
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spammy, or outdated.
Pros
- voice is clear and understandable
- useful for listening to text when too lazy to read
- can customize pitch and speed of the voice
Cons
- stops reading after a few sentences
- only reads a limited amount of text (e.g., 28 words at a time)
- no visible stop button to stop the voice
- cannot change tabs or open settings without stopping the audio
- the voice is mechanical and can be grating or scary
Most mentioned
- cuts off mid-sentence
- requires frequent reselection of text
- voice quality is robotic and unnerving
- inconvenient to operate (need for simplicity in starting and stopping)
- lacks functionality when tabbing away or wanting to continue in the background
Recent reviews
Trash.
by
Seth Dressler, 2024-02-22
Seth Dressler, 2024-02-22I'm not sure if this desire a star. It cuts off mid-sentence and no matter what you try, couldn't seem to resolve the issues. I just deleted it.
by
James West, 2024-02-09
James West, 2024-02-09cuts in the middle of sentence
by
programmer_1 programmer_1, 2023-04-12
programmer_1 programmer_1, 2023-04-12Safety
Risk impact
Page Reader is safe to use. It does not request any sensitive permissions.
Risk likelihood
Page Reader has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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