A web-powered screen reader

Latest Version

Version
53.0.2784.15
Update
April 20, 2024
Size
4.76MiB
Developer
chrome.google.com
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Users
200,000+
Rating
2.51107 ★
Manifest Version
2
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Screen Reader Extension

Please note that this extension is now in maintenance mode; no new additions will be made moving forward.

This is scheduled to be deprecated.

The Chrome Screen reader extension is a showcase of a fully featured screen reader for the web built using only web technologies such as html and javascript. This extension specifically works within the Chrome browser to read content aloud. For more comprehensive solutions, we recommend the use of full system screen readers like ChromeVox on Chrome OS, VoiceOver on Mac, JAWS, NVDA or Narrator on Windows, etc.

By installing this extension, you agree to the Google Terms of Service and Privacy Policy at https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/.
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Source Manifest.json

{ "automation": { "desktop": true }, "background": { "page": "cvox2/background/background.html" }, "content_scripts": [ { "all_frames": true, "exclude_globs": [ "devtools://*" ], "js": [ "chromevox/injected/shadydom_loader.js", "chromeVoxChromePageScript.js" ], "matches": [ "\\u003Call_urls>" ], "run_at": "document_start" } ], "default_locale": "en", "description": "A web-powered screen reader", "differential_fingerprint": "1.dc357c31eb9bbdaf5f4701f8300748c98bf71c71ad81230ffa0fd97b5edd92d7", "icons": { "128": "images/chromevox-128.png", "16": "images/chromevox-16.png", "48": "images/chromevox-48.png" }, "key": "MIGfMA0GCSqGSIb3DQEBAQUAA4GNADCBiQKBgQDEGBi/oD7Yl/Y16w3+gee/95/EUpRZ2U6c+8orV5ei+3CRsBsoXI/DPGBauZ3rWQ47aQnfoG00sXigFdJA2NhNK9OgmRA2evnsRRbjYm2BG1twpaLsgQPPus3PyczbDCvhFu8k24wzFyEtxLrfxAGBseBPb9QrCz7B4k2QgxD/CwIDAQAB", "manifest_version": 2, "name": "Screen Reader", "options_page": "chromevox/background/options.html", "permissions": [ "accessibilityPrivate", "history", "notifications", "storage", "tabs", "tts", "\\u003Call_urls>" ], "update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "version": "53.0.2784.15", "web_accessible_resources": [ "chromevox/background/keymaps/next_keymap.json", "chromevox/injected/api.js", "chromevox/injected/api_util.js", "chromevox/injected/mathjax.js", "chromevox/injected/mathjax_external_util.js", "webcomponents-bundle.js" ]}
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How to download and manually install Screen Reader extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Screen Reader extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Screen Reader 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 Screen Reader Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Screen Reader 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 Screen Reader extension file

Select and download the Screen Reader 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 Screen Reader 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 Screen Reader 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 Screen Reader 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 Screen Reader extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Luca Facchino (ID: 00000053cf30126e) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 06/03/2024 -Unire con google traduttore Problema :Scrivere con Screen Reader + Aumento pallino Di caricamento = - scrittura fluida

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Наталья Овсянникова (ID: 000000539918d6db) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 10/09/2023 Для разработчиков ПО было бы классной функцией ставить приложение на паузу. Приложение неплохое, но неудобно, что нельзя остановить и потом включить вновь. Приходится ставить и удалять раз за разом.

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Isha (ID: 00000059cbb028cf) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 10/08/2023 Okay so I really like some features of this screenreader like the female english accent is actually comprehensible and annunciates words properly. BUT, you cannot turn it off, on certain pages like PDFs, chrome settings, etc. it messes up the format of the site and options are removed. For instance, the downloading option is missing on PDFs. The screenreader also makes certain sites function weirdly and certain aspects don't load. The voice is good, I can't say the same about the rest because I personally don't like having tab names and whatnot read out.

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Muh. Dadang Hawari (ID: 000000934c9729b2) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 10/04/2023 Guys I found it, to turn it off you can go to manage extensions, after in manage extensions you'll find some extensions that you can enable or turn it off using toggle

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Kevin Reynen (ID: 0000000cf894f27c) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 09/21/2023 Like everyone else has said, there is no toggle to run the reading off while the extensions is enabled. My work around was to install the extension on the Chrome Beta. Because this is installed as a 2nd Chrome instance, I use the supported Chrome for my day to day and then fire up Chrome Beta to use the screen reader. Not ideal, but it works for me.