Screenshot reader™

Screenshot reading support for Read&Write for Google Chrome™
What is Screenshot reader™?
Screenshot reader™ is an extension that provides OCR support for users of Read&Write for Google Chrome. It enables the new screenshot reading functionality released in December 2016.

Extension stats

Users: N/A
Rating: 2.70 (80)
Version: 2.0.3 (Last updated: 2024-07-15)
Creation date: 2020-06-30
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very high risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • activeTab
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 16.35M

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Extension summary

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This extension provides OCR for users of Read & Write for Google Chrome. You should not install this extension unless you want to enable the new screenshot reading functionality released in December 2016

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • It works and allows copying text from screenshots.
  • Simple and free to use.
  • Useful when functioning correctly.
Cons
  • Frequently does not work after a short period.
  • Slow performance, potentially due to performing multiple tasks.
  • Outdated and may not function on various devices.
Most mentioned
  • Does not work.
  • Frustrating due to inconsistent performance.
  • Worked initially but stopped functioning after some time.
Recent reviews
THIS IS A BAD APP😡
by Kevin Cooper, 2024-09-23

this is a good app
by Nathan Martinez, 2024-09-23

Hi google peeps and read and write software This app is good but not perfect It skips words- pls fix this issue
by Lee Klemmer, 2024-09-12
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Screenshot reader™ may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

Screenshot reader™ is very likely to contain malware and should not be trusted. Avoid installing.

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