Readr for Reddit
This extension adds a beautiful & clutter free reading mode for reddit.
What is Readr for Reddit?
Readr for Reddit is a Chrome extension designed to enhance readability on Reddit. It enables a clutter-free reading mode that transforms how you interact with discussions on any subreddit. The extension offers a 'read' button for an optimized viewing format, making long comment threads more manageable. Additional features include night mode, alternate font style, and keyboard shortcuts. It is currently in its beta phase with plans for future capabilities such as enhanced share options, showing more child comments, upvote links, and compatibility with Firefox and Safari.
Extension stats
By: Saransh Sinha
Users: 2,000+ 
Rating: 4.86
(222)
Creation date: 2017-06-06
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
- *://*.reddit.com/*
- storage
Size: 108.54K
Email: sa*****@gmail.com
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Extension summary
Reading long reddit comments ( AskReddit, WritingPrompts, AskScience etc. ) is no longer a pain. Try Readr for Reddit, and view individual comments in a clean design, optimised for readability. Just press 'read' on any comment, and open up the Readr viewer.
Works on all subreddits as well as self posts!
Firefox and safari versions under development :D
NEW : Night Mode, Alternate font style and a new options page!
TIP : Press 'Esc' to quit the reader UI and go back to reddit.
How To Use :
- Install the Extension
- Go to your favorite subreddit and open the discussion on the first interesting link you find
- Under the post, press the 'read' button (Present besides the permalink button)
User reviews
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Enhances readability of Reddit comments
- Excellent for long content like r/AskHistorians or r/WritingPrompts
- Beautiful design
- Very useful for users with difficulty reading small text
- Easy to use and well-received overall
Cons
- Does not work with the new Reddit layout
- Causes lag for comments
- Lacks font customization options
- Read button placement is not ideal
Most mentioned
- Does not work with the new Reddit layout
- Enhances readability
- Desire for more font customization
- Issues with lagging comments
User reviews
Excellent extension. Would be great to have more font customization.
by 
Alexander Clines, 2021-01-10
Alexander Clines, 2021-01-10It's cool, but doesn't work for new theme. I would be more than happy to see it working on the redesign. Hope you can work it out!
by 
Margo Murua, 2019-11-04
Margo Murua, 2019-11-04Does not work with the new reddit layout. Would be great otherwise
by 
Mike Massari, 2019-10-30
Mike Massari, 2019-10-30Extension safety
Risk impact
Readr for Reddit requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Readr for Reddit has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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