How to Use the Helperbird Add-on for Google Docs

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

Helperbird for Google Docs brings all your favorite accessibility features right into your documents. While the Helperbird browser extension works across the web, this add-on is built specifically for Google Docs, making it easy to use features like dyslexia-friendly fonts and text-to-speech without leaving your document.


How to Add the Helperbird Add-on to Google Docs

Step 1: Open Your Document

Open any Google Docs document to get started.


Step 2: Go to Extensions

Click Extensions in the top menu bar.


Step 3: Install the Add-on

Select Get Extension from the dropdown. Search for Helperbird in the Google Workspace Marketplace, click Install, and follow the prompts to grant permissions.

Tip: You might need to sign in to your Helperbird account the first time. If you're using a work or school account, check with your admin if you need approval.


How to Use the Translate Feature

Step 1: Select Your Text

Highlight the text you want to translate in your document.


Step 2: Open Helperbird

Click Extensions in the top menu, then select Helperbird to open the sidebar.


Step 3: Translate Your Text

In the Helperbird sidebar, click Translate. Choose your target language from the dropdown, then click Translate to see the translation, or Translate & Replace to replace the original text in your document.

Tip: Use the regular Translate option first to preview the translation before replacing your original text.


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Need Additional Help?

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Noopur A.

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Emily Chan

Emily Chan

Helperbird user

Amazing Extensions in chrome. I Installed in my parents computer, because my dad have a poor vision, due to bad eye surgery. this extension really helps to have able to manipulate the font and font size for more comfortable use instead of chrome zoom feature. Because the chrome zoom feature is its overly zoom will cause the page looking super weird.

Kai Tam

Kai Tam

Helperbird user

This is my first google review ever! I have to share that the accessibility and support for independent access for students that Helperbird provides, is a game changer. It is constantly being updated with new features based on feedback and it is extremely user friendly. The ability to customize the settings allows students to have control over their own learning, aligning with Universal Design for Learning. Looking forward to sharing with students and fellow educators on a daily basis. Thanks, Helperbird team!

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Kelli Suding

Assistive technology specialist

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Heather Shepard

Helperbird user

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Helperbird user

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