A modern, intuitive speed reader that just works.

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Version
0.2.0
Update
June 1, 2019
Size
188KiB
Developer
Category
Users
1,000+
Rating
4.66667 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Tabs
Http://*/
Https://*/
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Readio Speed Reader Extension

Readio Speed Reader is a smarter speed reader, built from scratch with a modern and intuiitive design to give you a pleasant reading experience. We value simplicity and speed and we've made it really easy for you to get started.

Readio attempts to find the correct content on each page automatically, and places a quick access button in the bottom right corner of every readable page. The quick access buttons allow you to read the automatically detected text or open the editor to paste your own text. Of course, you can always select and right click any text on a page to read it.

Everyone has their own preferences, and therefore we've built in multiple options to personalize Readio to your liking. These options include dark/bright themes, word positioning and highlighting, font styles, speed variation, and much more!

We're still in the beta phase, so please feel free to leave feedback if you notice anything wonky or have any feature suggestions. You can also help develop Readio by contributing to our open source repository on Github:

https://github.com/nicklassandell/Speed-reader
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 2, "name": "Readio Speed Reader", "short_name": "Readio (beta)", "description": "A modern, intuitive speed reader that just works.", "version": "0.2.0", "permissions": [ "tabs", "http://*/", "https://*/", "storage", "contextMenus" ], "icons": { "16": "img/icon-16.png", "48": "img/icon-48.png", "128": "img/icon-128.png" }, "options_page": "welcome.html", "background": { "scripts": ["js/min/background.js"], "persistent": false }, "web_accessible_resources": ["img/*.png"], "browser_action": { "default_title": "Read this page with Champ", "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "content_security_policy": "script-src 'self' 'unsafe-eval'; object-src 'self'"}
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How to download and manually install Readio Speed Reader extension for Chrome

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

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

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

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

This is another method to install Readio Speed 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 Readio Speed Reader extension file

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

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User reviews

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Artem “hArtKor” Kornukhov (ID: 000000ee3f0e0572) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 10/05/2023 It's a great expansion without a doubt. Two suggestions: 1. Now the window with text opens on the left border of the screen, which is not very convenient, I would like it to open in the centre of the screen, or on the full screen (now it opens on the full screen in height, but not in width). 2. Add the "text continuation" option to the settings to show not only one word, but also the subsequent text.

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Illia Kholiavin (ID: 000000d00d57d124) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/23/2023 Wow, this is super. I don't write reviews frequently, but it is amazing extension. I guess that it is the one of the best free of charge extensions so far. It is very helpful for studying also. Thank you!

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Antonio (ID: 000000dab6373242) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 12/28/2022 Without a doubt the best rsvp app on the internet. Works perfectly and looks clean. It would be better if you could add multiple words each time it flashes.

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Cindy Bahl (Cindy) (ID: 0000009be9acf12d) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/22/2022 Wow. I've tried a few apps and extensions that try to do this. But this extension does it beautifully. One question - "Smart Speed" is an option. It includes a question mark icon "?" that a user would assume provides more explanation on that feature. However, it doesn't do anything. And I tried to find what the difference is between having just this one option on or off, but couldn't. I realize it is still in beta, so tiny bugs are to be expected and I'm overall impressed with it! But could you provide a little insight into this option?

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Michael N (ID: 000000e5bbccd36e) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 04/29/2022 I love it!!!