Screen Reader

A web-powered screen reader
What is Screen Reader?
Screen Reader is a showcase of a fully-featured screen reader for the web, built using web technologies such as HTML and JavaScript. It specifically works within the Chrome browser to read content aloud.
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Extension stats

Users: 200,000+
Version: 53.0.2784.15 (Last updated: 2024-04-21)
Creation date: 2019-09-05
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • accessibilityPrivate
  • history
  • notifications
  • storage
  • tabs
  • tts
  • <all_urls>
Size: 4.99M

Ranking

# 1563 ▼ 23
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Extension summary

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Please note that this extension is now in maintenance mode; no new additions will be made moving forward.

This is scheduled to be deprecated.

The Chrome Screen reader extension is a showcase of a fully featured screen reader for the web built using only web technologies such as html and javascript. This extension specifically works within the Chrome browser to read content aloud. For more comprehensive solutions, we recommend the use of full system screen readers like ChromeVox on Chrome OS, VoiceOver on Mac, JAWS, NVDA or Narrator on Windows, etc.

By installing this extension, you agree to the Google Terms of Service and Privacy Policy at https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
    Cons
    • Cannot deactivate or turn off the extension easily.
    • Breaks the user interface of the extensions tab.
    • Lacks intuitive controls and customization options.
    • Causes frustration and annoyance due to persistent activation.
    • No clear instructions or support for users.
    Most mentioned
    • Users have difficulty finding a way to turn off or deactivate the extension.
    • The extension obstructs the accessibility of the extensions page.
    • Frustration with the lack of a simple on/off toggle.
    Recent reviews
    I just wanted something to read my doc back to me. NOW IT IS SPELLING OUT MY REVIEW LETTER FOR LETTER
    by Raegan And Amilia Bffs Forever, 2024-11-17
    worst extenssssssssssssssssssssssion not closing at allllllllllllllllllllllllllllll
    by Vikram Bajpayee, 2024-11-15
    It is a good extension, the only one thing you can improve is to add an option to pause/stop it
    by Dulce Lemus, 2024-11-13
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    Extension safety

    Risk impact

    Screen Reader requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

    Risk likelihood

    Screen Reader is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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