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Keyboard Shortcuts

Use keyboard shortcuts to quickly access Helperbird features like text-to-speech, reading mode, and more.

After Keyboard Shortcuts was enabled
Before Keyboard Shortcuts was enabled

Skip the Clicks

Opening Helperbird, finding a feature, clicking buttons - it all takes time. Keyboard shortcuts let you trigger features instantly without touching your mouse.

Select text, hit a shortcut, and it's reading aloud. One keystroke for reading mode. Another for the dictionary.

Learn about Helperbird shortcuts

  • Text to Speech - Set shortcuts to quickly activate read-aloud features on any selected text.
  • Immersive Reader - Use keyboard shortcuts to instantly open clean, focused reading views.
  • Highlight Menu - Access all text tools faster with custom keyboard shortcuts instead of menus.

How to Enable Shortcuts

Keyboard shortcuts need to be turned on first. Go to Helperbird's Accessibility settings and enable shortcuts. Then they'll work anywhere in your browser.


Available Shortcuts


Who Uses This

Power users who want the fastest way to use features.

Users with motor difficulties who prefer keyboard navigation over mouse clicking.

Anyone who uses Helperbird frequently and wants to save time.


Is This Free?

Yes. Keyboard shortcuts are free in Helperbird.

More accessibility features

It used to be a little rough but the Helperbird support team gave me access to the beta and can't wait for it to be released. Giving it 5 stars mostly for support and the upcoming features.

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Download Helperbird

Text to speech, dyslexia fonts, reading rulers, color overlays, and 44 more.

Free to add, and the everyday tools stay free. Works in Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari.