# Read&Write for Android

> Boost confidence and attainment for students struggling with reading and writing

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.texthelp.readwriteforandroid](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.texthelp.readwriteforandroid)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.texthelp.readwriteforandroid`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Everway
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 55,508
- **Rating:** 2.83 / 5 (163 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.3.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-22
- **First published:** 2015-01-20
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 186 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.texthelp.readwriteforandroid)
- **Website:** [http://www.texthelp.com](http://www.texthelp.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSCAqrK4iljsLsdp\_tpIJWDatmcwp6STy\_BGLlk5sRGVN6CCXis1EqTPyEE7n3efDPKvM8RUl03YEak/pub?v=3](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSCAqrK4iljsLsdp_tpIJWDatmcwp6STy_BGLlk5sRGVN6CCXis1EqTPyEE7n3efDPKvM8RUl03YEak/pub?v=3)

## Description

Read&Write for Android is a specialized keyboard designed to support students struggling with reading and writing, especially those with dyslexia or learning English as a second language (ESL). Tailored for Android tablets, it integrates powerful assistive features such as 'speak as I type', tailored word prediction, talking and picture dictionaries, and a spell checker. Users can select text to have it read aloud with on-screen highlighting, simplifying content creation and editing.

Ideal for self-study and BYOD classrooms, this extension boosts confidence and academic achievement by making typing and comprehension easier across emails, social media, online forms, and assignments. The trial includes full access to these features for 30 days. For detailed licensing, pricing, and terms, users can refer to Texthelp's documentation.

## Rankings

- #286,802 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ALL_DOWNLOADS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACTION_MANAGE_OVERLAY_PERMISSION`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PROJECTION`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.texthelp.readwriteforandroid.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User reviews for 'Read&Write for Android' are mixed. Some users praise its helpfulness for education and integration with Google Drive, stating improved functionality. However, many report frequent crashes, difficulty in usability, lack of consistent read-aloud function, and issues with keyboard functionality and product activation. These reliability and usability problems diminish user experience, though the app shows promise in assisting reading and writing tasks.

### Pros

- Helps with reading and writing tasks, especially for educational purposes
- Works well with Google Drive documents
- Improved functionality over time as per some users
- Provides assistance for users with ADHD

### Cons

- App crashes and freezes frequently
- Difficulty in using or figuring out how to use the app
- Does not read aloud consistently as expected
- Keyboard auto spell and key feedback are poor and annoying
- Problems with inserting product or serial numbers and activation

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.texthelp.readwriteforandroid)