VoiceRead

This extension makes reading on Chrome easy and audible

VoiceRead - A Text-to-Speech Chrome Extension

VoiceRead is a Chrome extension designed to transform web reading into an effortless, audible task. It features text-to-speech technology with synchronized highlighting and a customizable reading interface. Initially created to assist a dyslexic client, VoiceRead offers functionalities such as pause/play, reading speed control, and a settings panel. The extension is still in its beta-version with support primarily for English language. Open-source and customizable, it allows users to correct any bugs they encounter.

Extension stats

By: VoiceRead
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 3.20
(10)
Version: 1.0 (Last updated: 2022-06-14)
Creation date: 2016-01-11
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tts
  • fontSettings
Host permissions:
  • http://*/*
  • https://*/*
Size: 40.27K

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Extension summary

VoiceRead is a Google Chrome extension made to make reading the web a breeze. Inspired by the VoiceDream app on iPad, VoiceRead integrates text-to-speech with synchronized highlighting and a customizable personalized web reading interface. It was originally made for 6.811 at MIT, Principles and Practices of Assistive Technology, to help assist a client with dyslexia.

NOTE THIS IS A BETA VERSION. There are bugs, and some voices are not as well supported as others. VoiceRead is open-source, feel free to fix any bugs you find here: https://github.com/jinmajin/voiceread-for-chrome

Currently English-only, but if there is interest we can adapt for other languages.

Instructions: To use, highlight text in the browser and hit the shortcut "ALT+R" to open VoiceRead. You can pause/play by selecting the button in the corner or also by hitting spacebar. Hit "S" while in VoiceRead to open/close the settings panel. You can also use the left and right arrow keys to increase/decrease reading speed on the fly.

User reviews

No funciona
by Pablo Fredes, 2024-05-03

Works perfectly on my laptop running the latest version of Chrome, PC with Windows 11. I will be using this with my dyslexic students as the Voice Dream app is hell to download/install on non-Apple devices... Thanks so much, dev!!!!
by Rosa Nguyen, 2024-02-27

still doesnt work a year later dont waste your time
by Jon Broeker, 2023-11-29
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Extension safety

Risk impact

VoiceRead requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

VoiceRead may not be trust-worthy. Avoid installing if possible unless you really trust this publisher.

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