A powerful browser extension to enhance web readability by a single click.

Latest Version

Version
2.2.0
Update
June 9, 2019
Size
407KiB
Developer
Category
Users
980
Rating
4.3913 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
ActiveTab
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Read Pro Extension

READ PRO solves the pains of internet readers by empowering the user to take control of the content of any web page. User can decide what they want to read, how they want to read, and what they want to do with the content. READ PRO helps in creating an enjoyable web experience for the user while they read millions of content all over the internet.

Use READ PRO by either clicking on the icon or pressing “Ctrl+Shift+L” key.

Key Features:
* Read Mode
* Text to Speak Mode
* Erase Mode
* Highlight Mode
* Read Later
* Open Read Later
* Save as PDF
* Help Mode

Key Points:
* READ PRO is 100% free and don't support ads
* READ PRO works best on pages with articles, news, blogs, Q&A, etc
* Currently, READ PRO only support chrome browser
* READ PRO maintains user privacy and don't save any user-specific information
* READ PRO is blocked on major social platforms because of their internal policies

Finally, we encourage you to explore the READ PRO on countless websites and share your feedback with us. If you want more from the READ PRO then just let us know, and we shall prioritize your needs in our next release.

To learn more about the READ PRO please check out the website.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 2, "name": "Read Pro", "version": "2.2.0", "short_name": "Read Pro", "web_accessible_resources": ["images/*.png", "icons/*.png", "html/*.html", "css/*.css", "json/*.json", "js/*.js", "third-party/*.js", "fonts/*.otf", "fonts/*.ttf"], "content_security_policy": "script-src 'self' https://www.google-analytics.com; object-src 'self'", "description": "A powerful browser extension to enhance web readability by a single click.", "icons": { "16": "icons/icon_16.png", "32": "icons/icon_32.png", "48": "icons/icon_48.png", "128": "icons/icon_128.png" }, "background": { "scripts": ["third-party/jquery-3.4.1.min.js", "third-party/ga.js", "js/background.js"], "persistent": false }, "browser_action": { "default_icon": "icons/icon_48.png" }, "author": "ReadPro Developers", "homepage_url": "https://sites.google.com/view/readpro/home", "permissions": ["activeTab"], "commands": { "_execute_browser_action": { "suggested_key": { "windows": "Ctrl+Shift+L", "mac": "Command+Shift+L", "chromeos": "Ctrl+Shift+L", "linux": "Ctrl+Shift+L" } } }}
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How to download and manually install Read Pro extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Read Pro extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Read Pro extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Read Pro extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Read Pro extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Read Pro extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Read Pro Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Read Pro extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Read Pro extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Read Pro extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Read Pro extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Read Pro extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Read Pro extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Read Pro extension file

Select and download the Read Pro extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Read Pro extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Read Pro extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Read Pro extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Read Pro extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Guthrie (guthrien) (ID: 00000034e30f06be) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 09/23/2023 Does a good job of cleaning the page and allowing you to print or download, however, it leaves ugly watermarks that are more like ad bumps in the pdf. There are other free options out there that do not do this.

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Pat MySecret (ID: 0000000f565a0b8a) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/29/2023 Great neat layout! I like the night mode contrast! Works with my Auto Copy extension! It doesn't toggle images, and it's tough to know which ones will get through, and it also doesn't have many fancy options, but the extension cuts through junk far better than most, and I've tried a lot of the competition. It's a Winner! 4/23/22 One request though, for pages that it don't work, please lose that cutesy dangling image. 5/29/22 I notice my Chrome locks if I use it w/ TheAtlantic.com, but my pc isn't very up-to-date & there may be other conflicts. 8/29/23 Exports to .pdf and OneNote .. no extension update since June 2019

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Chris Vydas (ID: 000000a1b7cc9ce4) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 11/16/2022 Three years later, yet Issues remain, any changes made in preferences are not saved ever and refer to defaults. Voice settings still defaults to non-system default languages like Bulgarian for ex. even after making changes and upon closing. Re-opening the speech button and settings are reverted. No way to restore saved bookmarks, highlights, etc. Basically all features are bugged or broken.

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Samuele gg (ID: 000000b00bfe818f) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 04/18/2022 Don't work on all pages

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Rehab Yasser (ID: 000000ba9f28d269) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/29/2021 genius