OpenDyslexic for Chrome

Format pages using the OpenDyslexic font and low contrast help

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OpenDyslexic for Chrome - Read with Ease

"OpenDyslexic for Chrome" is a Chrome extension that replaces standard web page fonts with the OpenDyslexic font, improving readability for individuals with dyslexia. This open-source extension helps make text clearer and easier to read by providing a unique letter design that minimizes confusion. Designed for accessibility, it aims to make reading more enjoyable and less frustrating for everyone. Join the movement towards better accessibility and support inclusive reading.

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Extension stats

By: https://abbiecod.es

Users: 500,000+

Rating: 4.09

(212)

Version: 2025.1.17 (Last updated: 2025-01-20)

Creation date: 2020-05-17

Permissions:

activeTab
storage

Size: 2.20M

Email: ro*****@outlook.com

URLs: Website

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 776 ▲ 81

Other rankings

#16 in Education #36 in changelog keyword 18 ▼ 4 #105 in prevent keyword 22 ▲ 1 #183 in font keyword 58 ▼ 10 #187 in source code keyword 26 ▼ 12

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

Pros

Greatly helps users with dyslexia and visual processing disabilities.
Enhances reading comprehension and ease.
Offers a more readable font that is effective for many users.

Cons

Does not work well on certain websites, including Google search results and YouTube comments.
Doesn't support PDF files or work seamlessly with all document types.
Inability to remove the extension easily from Chrome.

Most mentioned

Works well for reading and comprehension.
Desire for PDF support.
Issues with functionality on certain websites.

User reviews

Amazing!!!

Jace Roesner, 2025-01-08

Cette extension est géniale pour ma dyslexie ! Elle rend la lecture beaucoup plus facile avec les polices adaptées. Je la recommande à 100 %

Guillaume Aoust, 2024-12-30

Really helped me so much. I didn't have high expectations when I decided to try this out, but it's been such a game changer for me when trying to get school and work stuff done.

Eileen, 2024-11-01

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Extension safety

Risk impact

OpenDyslexic for Chrome requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of OpenDyslexic for Chrome. Use it at your own risk.

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