Reader Mode

Reader Mode

Puts Google Chrome into read mode for a pleasant reading experience.

What is Reader Mode?
'Reader Mode' is a Chrome extension designed to enhance your reading experience online. It converts any webpage into a clutter-free, easy-to-read format by clicking on the glasses icon. In this mode, not only is the page given a black-on-white color scheme to reduce strain on the eyes, but ads and Flash animations are also removed. The reader mode can be toggled on and off, and users can adjust the font size to their preference for ultimate convenience.
Stats
By: xcv58
Users: 2,000+
Rating: 2.75 (20)
Version: 1.0.9 (Last updated: 2015-05-07)
Creation date: 2015-05-07
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 211.97K
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Summary

This extension is a forked version of https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/read-mode/nagcaahojecfeopbghgihcabgiepploa

Just click on the glasses icon in the address bar, the current page will turn into a nice-to-read black on white page allowing you to read without forcing your eyes. Ads and Flash animations are also removed while on read-mode. Click the icon again and everything will go back to normal.

Use Alt+F to toggle Reader Mode.

Use Alt+1, Alt+2, Alt+3 to decrease, increase, reset font size.

User reviews
User reviews summary
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Makes reading easier
  • Works well with certain websites
  • Nice view
Cons
  • Does not work for some users
  • Limited functionality
  • Incompatible with certain websites
Most mentioned
  • Does not work
  • Nice view
  • Makes reading easier
Recent reviews
Does not work. So useless!
by A Google user, 2015-11-08

Doesnt do anything
by A Google user, 2015-07-21

Does not work. So useless!
by A Google user, 2015-11-08
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Safety
Risk impact

Reader Mode is risky to use as it requires a number of sensitive permissions that can potentially harm your browser and steal your data. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing. We recommend that you only install Reader Mode if you trust the publisher.

Risk likelihood

Reader Mode has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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