Binary Reading

Bolds the first half of any word in the source HTML of the webpage you are currently viewing
What is Binary Reading?
Binary Reading is a Chrome extension that bolds the first half of any word in the source HTML. It helps you read faster by applying formatting to the webpage you are currently viewing.

Extension stats

Users: 99 ▼ -2
Version: 0.1 (Last updated: 2023-03-09)
Creation date: 2023-03-08
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • scripting
Host permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 5.39K

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

I saw some stuff about how Binary Reading (in which the first part of a word is bolded) can help folks read faster. Wanted to try making an extension. Just click on the button in the extension drop down to apply the formatting to the page you're on! (This is was a very quick project, just want to see if people would use it!)

Extension safety

Risk impact

Binary Reading requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Binary Reading has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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