Transform any articles into podcast-quality audio with just a click.

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Version
1.1.7
Update
June 10, 2024
Size
541KiB
Developer
read-this.ai
Category
Users
465
Rating
5 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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read-this.ai Extension

Rediscover the Joy of Reading with Read-this.ai

Do you constantly feel like you should read more substantive content, but can never find the time or focus? Are you tired of wasting time on empty social media instead of enriching your mind?

The Read-this.ai Chrome extension turns any online article into an immersive audio experience with just one click. Our AI assistant instantly converts text into natural, human-quality narrations so you can absorb more content hands-free.

Listen to long-form articles during your commute, workout, or while plowing through emails. Rediscover the joy of reading without the eye strain.

I built Read-this.ai out of frustration with robotic text-to-speech services. Our smooth narrations bring the written word to life and let you get lost in the content.


Using Read-this.ai is effortless and intuitive, designed to fit seamlessly into your web browsing routine:

- Simply hold \"r\" + \"t\" (as in 'read this') on any web page. Our smart reader will instantly read the entire page or the text you've selected, bringing the content to life with high-quality voice narration.

- Right-click on any page or selected text. Our extension will then read the whole article or just the selected text, based on your preference. This feature is perfect for when you need a quick summary or specific information from a lengthy article.

- Or just click on the Read-this.ai extension icon. It will activate the speech synthesis for the entire page, transforming the text into an audio format. Whether it’s long-form articles, blog posts, etc,


With Read-this.ai, the convenience extends beyond your browser. Every piece of audio generated by our Text-To-Speech Chrome Extension can be effortlessly downloaded through our website. This feature allows you to save narrations for later, making it perfect for offline listening or archiving important articles.

But that's not all – for an even more versatile experience, take your audio narrations on the go with our dedicated iOS and Android apps. Whether you're commuting, exercising, or just relaxing, our apps ensure that your favorite articles are always just a tap away. Listen to high-quality voice narrations anytime, anywhere, bringing a new level of flexibility to your content consumption.

Embrace the future of web interaction with Read-this.ai. From seamless integration in your Chrome browser to portable audio access across devices, we're redefining the way you experience the web – one article at a time.
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Source Manifest.json

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How to download and manually install read-this.ai extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install read-this.ai 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-this.ai extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install read-this.ai extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download read-this.ai extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a read-this.ai 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-this.ai Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the read-this.ai extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the read-this.ai extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for read-this.ai 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-this.ai 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-this.ai extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install read-this.ai 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-this.ai extension file

Select and download the read-this.ai 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-this.ai 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-this.ai 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-this.ai 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-this.ai extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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