Highlighted Text-to-Speech

Adds an option to read the highlighted text using Text-to-Speech.

Highlighted Text-to-Speech Chrome Extension

Highlighted Text-to-Speech is a Chrome extension that adds the ability to listen to highlighted text on web pages using Text-to-Speech (TTS) technology. This extension enhances your browsing experience by allowing you to effortlessly consume content through spoken words.
Install from Chrome Web Store

Extension stats

Users: 1,000+
Rating: 2.17
(6)
Version: 1.0 (Last updated: 2023-07-23)
Creation date: 2023-07-22
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • tts
Size: 11.23K

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Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

Description:

The Text-to-Speech Highlight Chrome extension offers a seamless and convenient way to listen to highlighted text on web pages using Text-to-Speech (TTS) technology. Whether you want to multitask, have difficulty reading, or simply prefer listening, this extension empowers you to consume content effortlessly through spoken words.

Key Features:

User-Friendly Text-to-Speech: Highlight any text on a webpage, right-click, and select "Read with TTS" from the context menu. The extension immediately converts the selected text into natural-sounding speech, enhancing your browsing experience.

Customizable Voice Options: Tailor the TTS experience to your preferences. Adjust voice rate, language, and choose between male, female, or neutral voices (based on availability). Make the TTS voice match your style!

Offline Functionality: No internet connection required to use the TTS feature. Enjoy the convenience of listening to highlighted content even when offline.

How to Use:

Install the Text-to-Speech Highlight extension from the Chrome Web Store.

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User reviews

There definitely is a word count limiter on this. I was able to hear 56 words pretty much each time I TTS the same content. Very odd. Needless to say this will not do for what I'm looking for.
by CK Leach, 2024-08-05

Needs to be able to read for longer.
by Lamara Stuart, 2024-06-08

Worst app ever
by raghav bahri, 2024-05-18
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Highlighted Text-to-Speech does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

Highlighted Text-to-Speech has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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