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Sticky notes

Learn how to use Helperbird's add sticky notes to websites. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and readin...

Auto Scrolling

Learn how to use Helperbird's auto scroll on websites. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and reading sup...

Background Color

Learn how to use Helperbird's change background color. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and reading sup...

Columns

Learn how to use Helperbird's split text into columns on websites. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and...

Dyslexia Fonts

Learn how to change fonts to dyslexia-friendly options like OpenDyslexic on any website Support for all learners and ...

Dyslexia Ruler

Learn how to use Helperbird's use the dyslexia ruler. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and reading supp...

Fonts

Learn how to change the font on any website using Helperbird. Choose from dyslexia-friendly fonts like OpenDyslexic, ...

Pause and Resume Helperbird

Learn how to use Helperbird's pause and resume helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and reading...

Font Color

Learn how to change the color of text on any website using Helperbird. Choose a text color that is easier for you to ...

Font Size

Learn how to increase or decrease the font size on any website using Helperbird. Make text larger for easier reading ...

Highlight color

Learn how to use Helperbird's change the selection highlight color. Complete guide for improving web accessibility an...

Highlighter

Learn how to highlight text on any website using Helperbird. Mark important information with different colors to help...

Paragraph Borders

Learn how to use Helperbird's add borders to paragraphs on websites. Complete guide for improving web accessibility a...

Highlight color

Learn how to use Helperbird's change the highlight color. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and reading ...

Link Color

Learn how to change the color of links on any website using Helperbird. Make links stand out more or choose colors th...

Images and GIFs

Learn how to hide images and animated GIFs on any website using Helperbird. Removing images can help you focus on tex...

Line Focus

Learn how to use line focus on any website. Highlight one line at a time for better reading Support accessibility for...

Line Height

Learn how to adjust line height on any website for better reading comfort and accessibility Support for all learners ...

Letter Spacing

Learn how to use Helperbird's change letter spacing. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and reading support.

Video Controls

Learn how to control video playback speed on any website using Helperbird. Slow down videos to understand better or s...

Extract Text (OCR)

Learn how to use Helperbird's extract text from images using ocr. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and ...

Overlay & Tints

Learn how to use Helperbird's add a color overlay to any website. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and ...

Reading Guide

Learn how to use Helperbird's use the reading guide. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and reading support.

Spell Check

Learn how to use Helperbird's check grammar and spelling on websites. Complete guide for improving web accessibility ...

Text Alignment

Learn how to use Helperbird's change text alignment. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and reading support.

Word Spacing

Learn how to increase the space between words on any website using Helperbird. Word spacing makes text easier to read...

Magnifier

Learn how to use Helperbird's zoom in and magnify any website. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and rea...

Cursor Size

Learn how to change cursor size in Chrome, Firefox, or Edge with Helperbird for better visibility Support for all lea...

Notes & Notebook

Learn how to use Helperbird's access and manage your notes in helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibil...

PDF Annotations

Learn how to use Helperbird's add text boxes to pdfs in helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility an...

Text Outline

Learn how to add a colored outline around text on any website using Helperbird. Text outlines make letters stand out ...

Text Analytics in Notepad

Learn how to use Helperbird's text analytics in the Notepad. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and readi...

Highlight Word on Hover

Learn how to use Helperbird's highlight words on hover with helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibilit...

Print

Learn how to use Helperbird's print a webpage with helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and rea...

Search & Filter Features

Learn how to use Helperbird's search and filter features in helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibilit...

Reduce Motion

Learn how to stop animations on any website. Disable moving content for better focus and accessibility Support access...

Screenshot Tool

Learn how to use Helperbird's take a screenshot with helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and r...

Translate

Learn how to translate pages or text with Google Translate. Support multiple languages for accessibility Support acce...

Dark Mode

Learn how to use Helperbird's turn on dark mode in helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and rea...

High Contrast

Learn how to use Helperbird's use helperbird's high contrast themes. Complete guide for improving web accessibility a...

Immersive Reader

Learn how to use immersive reader on any website. Text-to-speech and reading tools for accessibility Support accessib...

PDF Reader

Learn how to use Helperbird's use the pdf reader in helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and re...

Reading Mode

Learn how to use Helperbird's Reading Mode to create a clean, distraction-free reading experience. Reading Mode remov...

Voice Typing

Learn how to use Helperbird's use voice typing (speech to text). Complete guide for improving web accessibility and r...

Text to Speech

Learn how to use Helperbird's Text to Speech feature to have any text read aloud. Listen to articles, emails, documen...

Highlight Menu

Learn how to use Helperbird's use the highlight menu in helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility an...

Math Reader

Learn how to use Helperbird's use math reader in helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and readi...

Quick Actions

Learn how to use Helperbird's use quick actions in helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and rea...

Speed Reading

Learn how to use Helperbird's use speed reading in helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and rea...

Word Prediction

Learn how to use Helperbird's Word Prediction feature to get word suggestions as you type. Word prediction helps you ...

Keyboard Shortcuts

Learn about Helperbird keyboard shortcuts. Speed up your accessibility workflow with quick keys Support accessibility...

Saturation

Learn how to use Helperbird's adjust color saturation. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and reading sup...

Emphasize Links

Learn how to make links more visible on any website using Helperbird. Emphasize links with underlines and styling to ...

Link & Image Descriptions

Learn how to use Helperbird's show link and image descriptions. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and re...

Word Spotlight

Learn how to use word spotlight. Highlight individual words while reading for better focus Support accessibility for ...

Disable on Specific Websites

Learn how to use Helperbird's disable helperbird on specific websites. Complete guide for improving web accessibility...

Paragraph Background Color

Learn how to use Helperbird to add a background color to paragraphs on any website. Make text easier to read by highl...

Video Playback Speed

Learn how to use Helperbird to speed up or slow down videos on any website. Control video playback speed from 0.1x to...

Manage Notes & Highlights

Learn how to delete, visit, search, and organize your sticky notes and highlights using the Notes app in Helperbird. ...

Simplify Text

Learn how to use Helperbird to simplify complex text into plain, easy-to-understand language. A complete guide to the...

Summarize Text

Learn how to use Helperbird to summarize long articles, web pages, and text into short, easy-to-read summaries. A com...

Supported Languages

Helperbird is translated into over 65 languages. Learn which languages are supported and how Helperbird automatically...

Grammar Checker

Learn how to use Helperbird's Grammar Checker to check and correct your grammar on any website. A complete guide to t...

Right-Click Context Menu

Learn how to access Helperbird features by right-clicking on any webpage. Use text-to-speech, translate, summarize, a...

Accessibility Profiles

Learn how to apply one-click accessibility profiles in Helperbird for dyslexia, ADHD, low vision, Section 508 complia...

PDF Drawing Tools

Learn how to draw on PDFs with Helperbird's pen, shape, arrow, and line tools. A step-by-step guide to marking up any...

Text to Speech in Google Slides

Learn how to use Helperbird to read Google Slides out loud with text to speech or Immersive Reader. Use the Extract T...

Save and Download PDFs

Learn how to save and download your annotated PDFs in Helperbird. All annotations including text boxes, drawings, and...

Share and Export PDFs

Learn how to download, save, and share annotated PDFs using Helperbird. Students can save their work locally or uploa...

AI Features for Learning

Learn how to use Helperbird's AI-powered features to access curriculum content, demonstrate learning, and support rea...

Offline Mode

Learn how Helperbird works offline without an internet connection. Most Helperbird features continue to work when you...

Floating Button

Learn how to enable the floating Helperbird button on every website. A small button that lets you open Helperbird fro...

Why Immersive Reader Does Not Always Work

Learn why Immersive Reader sometimes does not load on certain websites like National Geographic, and what you can do ...

Sticky Notes on Desktop

Learn how to keep Helperbird sticky notes accessible from your desktop on Windows, macOS, and Chromebooks. Tips for u...

Chemistry & Physics Voice Typing

Learn how to dictate chemistry formulas and physics notation with Helperbird's voice typing modes — say it out loud a...

Math Mode (Speech to Math)

Learn how to turn on Math Mode in Helperbird's voice typing and dictate equations out loud — say 'x squared plus y sq...

Voice & Language Settings

Learn how to change the voice, speed, pitch, and language for Text to Speech and Voice Typing in Helperbird. Choose f...

Microsoft 365 SSO

Learn how to set up Helperbird with Microsoft 365 SSO. Helperbird supports two authentication methods, subscription k...

Text to Speech in Word Online

Learn how to use Helperbird's Text to Speech feature in Microsoft Word Online. Have your documents read aloud while y...

Getting Started

How to Log in to Helperbird

Learn how to log in to Helperbird. Access your account and settings for accessibility tools Support accessibility for...

Getting Started

How to turn Helperbird on

How to turn Helperbird on and off. Learn more about Helperbird features and how to get the most from your accessibili...

Getting Started

Pin an Extension

How to Pin the Helperbird Extension. Learn more about Helperbird features and how to get the most from your accessibi...

Getting Started

Installing Helperbird

Learn how to install Helperbird. Step-by-step guide for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari Support accessibility for every...

Getting Started

Redeem a Helperbird Pro Voucher

Learn how to redeem a Helperbird voucher. Activate your Pro subscription with your code Support accessibility for eve...

Getting Started

What is Helperbird Free?

Learn about Helperbird Free. Core accessibility features included. No credit card required Support accessibility for ...

Getting Started

What is Helperbird Pro?

Learn about Helperbird Pro. Premium features for advanced accessibility and reading support Support accessibility for...

Getting Started

Manage Your Subscription

Learn how to view, update, or cancel your Helperbird Pro subscription. Manage your payment method, billing details, a...

Getting Started

What is Helperbird Pro Unlimited?

What is Helperbird Pro Unlimited? Discover what features are included in this plan designed for schools, districts, a...

Getting Started

Contact Support

Contact Helperbird support. Get help with technical issues, billing questions, or general inquiries about our accessi...

Getting Started

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Common Helperbird Issues. Learn more about Helperbird features and how to get the most from your acce...

Getting Started

Feature Not Supported

Contact Helperbird support. Get help with technical issues, billing questions, or general inquiries about our accessi...

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Customize Quick Actions

How to Add a Feature to the Quick Actions. Learn more about Helperbird features and how to get the most from your acc...

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Use Helperbird at Home

Learn how students can use Helperbird on their home computer or personal device, even if their school provides Helper...

Getting Started

Switching from Read&Write

Coming from Read&Write by Texthelp? This guide maps Read&Write features to their Helperbird equivalents so you can fi...

Getting Started

Quick Start Guide

Get started with Helperbird in under 2 minutes. Learn how to install, pin, and use your first accessibility feature o...

Getting Started

Check Your Version

Learn how to find which version of Helperbird you are running. Useful for troubleshooting and making sure you are up ...

Getting Started

Export Your Notes

Learn how to export all your saved sticky notes, highlights, and extracted text from Helperbird so you can back them ...

Getting Started

Export Your Settings

Learn how to export your Helperbird settings so you can back them up or transfer them to another device or browser.

Getting Started

Import Your Settings

Learn how to import a previously exported Helperbird settings file to restore your preferences on a new device or aft...

Getting Started

Open Helperbird in Chrome or Edge Side Panel

Learn how to access Helperbird through the side panel in Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge so it stays open while you b...

Getting Started

Open Helperbird in the Firefox Sidebar

Learn how to access Helperbird through the Firefox sidebar panel so it stays open while you browse. A step-by-step gu...

Getting Started

Sync Your Settings

Learn how to turn on sync in Helperbird so your preferences, colors, and feature settings stay the same on every devi...

Getting Started

View the Roadmap

Learn how to access the Helperbird roadmap to see upcoming features, vote on ideas, and follow the development of Hel...

Getting Started

Helperbird for Teachers

A practical guide for teachers on using Helperbird in the classroom. Learn how to support students with dyslexia, ADH...

Getting Started

Helperbird on Android (Edge)

Learn how to install and use Helperbird on your Android phone or tablet using Microsoft Edge. Access text to speech, ...

Getting Started

Helperbird on Android (Firefox)

Learn how to install and use Helperbird on your Android phone or tablet using Firefox. Access text to speech, dyslexi...

Google Classroom

Install Helperbird Google Docs and Slides add-on. Add accessibility features to your Google Workspace documents and p...

Google Docs add-on

Install Helperbird Google Docs and Slides add-on. Add accessibility features to your Google Workspace documents and p...

Google Drive

Install Helperbird Google Docs and Slides add-on. Add accessibility features to your Google Workspace documents and p...

Google Slides add-on

Install Helperbird Google Docs and Slides add-on. Add accessibility features to your Google Workspace documents and p...

Install Google Docs/Slides Add-on

Install Helperbird Google Docs and Slides add-on. Add accessibility features to your Google Workspace documents and p...

Add-on Features

Install Helperbird Google Docs and Slides add-on. Add accessibility features to your Google Workspace documents and p...

Dictionary

Learn how to use Helperbird's dictionary app. Get word definitions and enhance your reading Support for all learners ...

Helperbird Notepad

Learn how to use Helperbird's Notepad. Write and edit text with accessibility support for all learners and educators.

Reading List

Learn how to use Helperbird's reading list app. Save and manage articles for later reading Support for all learners a...

Open PDFs with Helperbird

Install Helperbird Google Docs and Slides add-on. Add accessibility features to your Google Workspace documents and p...

Equation Editor

Learn how to open and use Helperbird's Equation Editor — type or dictate equations, hear them read aloud, and copy or...

How to Access the PDF Reader in Helperbird

Learn how to use Helperbird PDF support. Read and annotate PDFs with accessibility tools Support for all learners and...

How to Cancel Your Helperbird Pro Subscription

Need to cancel your Helperbird Pro subscription? No problem. This quick guide will show you exactly how to do it in j...

Request a Refund

Request a refund from Helperbird. Learn our refund policy and how to process your return Support for all learners and...

How to Update Your Credit Card Information

Need to update your credit card details for your Helperbird subscription? It's easy. Here's how to do it in just a fe...

How to Use Your Subscription Key for Helperbird

Use your Helperbird subscription key to activate premium accessibility features and tools Support for all learners an...

How to Manage Your Helperbird Pro Subscription

Need to view your subscription details, update payment info, or cancel? Here's how to access and manage your Helperbi...

Family Sharing

Learn how to install Helperbird on iOS with Family Sharing. Share accessibility with family Support accessibility for...

How to Download the Helperbird App on iPad

Learn how to download Helperbird for iPad. Get accessibility tools on your tablet for better reading and writing supp...

How to Download the Helperbird App on iPhone

Learn how to download Helperbird for iPhone. Bring accessibility tools to your mobile Support accessibility for every...

Enable Helperbird in Safari

Learn how to enable the Helperbird Safari extension on your iPhone or iPad. Follow these simple steps to start using ...

Using Helperbird on iOS

Learn how to use Helperbird on your iPhone or iPad. Discover how to access features, customize settings, and get the ...

iOS vs Desktop Differences

Compare Helperbird iOS vs desktop features. Understand platform differences and capabilities Support accessibility fo...

Helperbird on iPad in the Classroom

A guide for teachers and students on using Helperbird on school iPads. Learn how to open Helperbird in Safari, use ke...

How to Enable and Use Sync in Chrome or Edge

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Install Helperbird Through G Suite

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Install Helperbird for Specific Users

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Force Pin Helperbird Extension

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Remove Helperbird for Everyone

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Managed Keys

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Setting Policies in Enterprise

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Storage Options

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Deploy Helperbird for Schools and Businesses

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Force Install Helperbird in G Suite

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Pro Unlimited Usage Dashboard

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Unlimited License Management

Manage Helperbird Unlimited licenses for your organization Deploy, assign, and track accessibility tools across your...

Deploy with Microsoft Intune

Deploy Helperbird using Microsoft Intune Automate accessibility tool rollout across your Windows devices and organiz...

Disable Helperbird Features with JSON Policy

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Set Helperbird JSON Policy for Individual User

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Set Helperbird JSON Policy for User Group

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Set Helperbird JSON Policy in Google Admin

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Set Up a Child OU for Helperbird

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Disable Helperbird on Specific Websites

Administrative guide for deploying Helperbird in your organization. Manage licenses, deployments, and team accessibil...

Domains to Whitelist

A quick reference for IT admins showing which domains need to be whitelisted for Helperbird to work in your school or...

Helperbird in Locked & Lockdown Mode

Learn how to make Helperbird work during locked mode quizzes, lockdown browsers, and assessment testing on Chromebook...

Helperbird in Locked Mode

Learn how to make Helperbird work during locked mode quizzes on Chromebooks. This guide covers force-installing Helpe...

JSON Policy Validator & Builder

Build, validate, and troubleshoot your Helperbird JSON policy for Google Admin Console. Check for errors, validate fe...

Helperbird in ChromeOS Kiosk Mode

Learn how to deploy and configure Helperbird on shared Chromebooks running in kiosk mode. This guide covers force-ins...

Floating Button

Learn how to enable a floating Helperbird button on every page using managed JSON policy. This is useful in kiosk mod...

Data Hosting

Learn where Helperbird stores data and how it handles student information. All user settings and preferences are stor...

PHIPA & MFIPPA Compliance

Learn how Helperbird complies with PHIPA and MFIPPA privacy requirements for Ontario school boards and public sector ...

District-Wide Deployment

Learn how to use a single subscription key to deploy Helperbird across an entire school district using Google Admin C...

Provisioning & Rostering

Learn how to deploy and provision Helperbird across your school or district using Google Admin, Microsoft Intune, SDS...

Admin Dashboard

Learn how to use the Helperbird admin dashboard for license management, usage tracking, and reporting. Monitor adopti...

Troubleshooting

Network and Firewall

Troubleshoot Helperbird Pro firewall issues. Fix connectivity problems with your firewall Support accessibility for e...

Troubleshooting

Why Helperbird Doesn't Work on Certain Pages

Troubleshoot pages not supported by extension. Learn where Helperbird works and limitations Support accessibility for...

Troubleshooting

Text to Speech Not Working

Troubleshoot text to speech not working in helperbird. Get help with common Helperbird issues and find solutions quic...

Troubleshooting

Settings Not Syncing

Troubleshoot helperbird settings not syncing between devices. Get help with common Helperbird issues and find solutio...

Troubleshooting

Pro Features Still Locked

Troubleshoot helperbird pro features still locked - how to fix. Get help with common Helperbird issues and find solut...

Troubleshooting

Helperbird Running Slow

Troubleshoot helperbird running slow - how to fix performance issues. Get help with common Helperbird issues and find...

Troubleshooting

Why Helperbird Is Greyed Out on iPad

Troubleshoot safari extension greyed out on ipad - jamf & mdm. Get help with common Helperbird issues and find soluti...

Troubleshooting

Disable Edge Mini Menu

Learn how to disable the Edge mini menu. Improve accessibility and user experience by removing the popup menu from di...

Troubleshooting

Subscription Not Activating

Troubleshoot when your Helperbird subscription shows as Free or No active subscription even though you have a valid l...

Troubleshooting

Resync Your Subscription

Is Helperbird showing as Free even though you have an active subscription? Learn how to use the Check Subscription bu...

Troubleshooting

Report an Issue

Learn how to report a bug or issue with Helperbird and share debug information with the support team to help resolve ...

Troubleshooting

Reset All Settings

Learn how to delete all your Helperbird settings and start fresh. This guide walks you through resetting the extensio...

What People Are Saying

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This app does wonders!!

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Incredible Tool, and Simple to Use!

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Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Talking to the Helperbird support team during their live stream was a great experience. They gave me a preview of what's coming to Helperbird for Firefox, and I'm really excited about it. I'd give a 5/5 rating for the current features and the sneak peek.

Herchel Pur

Firefox user

Fantastic! Helperbird is very easy to use, and yet, so powerful!

Anonymous Users

Helperbird user

The free version of this is so great and helpful to a LOT of people...but the upgraded version is next level:)

Mia Laudato

Helperbird user

I really liked the ease of setting up and also accessing the tool while you are on chrome. I had no trouble, and within a week found myself using it without even noticing.

Daniel C.

Account Executive

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