Helperbird Google Docs and Slides Add-on Features
Discover all the accessibility features available in the Helperbird add-on for Google Docs and Slides. Learn about translation, text-to-speech, dyslexia fonts, and more.
The Helperbird add-on for Google Docs and Slides brings powerful accessibility features directly into your documents and presentations. Here's what you can do.
Translation
Translate Selected Text
Highlight any text in your document or slide and translate it into over 100 languages. Choose to view the translation or replace the original text with the translated version.
Translate & Replace
Perfect for working with multilingual documents. Translate text and replace it in one click, maintaining your document's formatting.
Text to Speech
Listen to Your Documents
Have your documents and slides read aloud to you. Select text and click play to hear it spoken in a natural voice.
Multiple Voices
Choose from different voice options and adjust the reading speed to match your preference.
Dyslexia Support
Dyslexia-Friendly Fonts
Apply fonts designed for easier reading, like OpenDyslexic, directly to your selected text.
Text Formatting
Adjust letter spacing, word spacing, and line height to make text more readable.
Additional Features
Summarize Text
Get quick summaries of selected text to understand key points faster.
Word Count & Statistics
View detailed statistics about your selected text including word count, character count, and reading time.
Immersive Reader
Open selected text in Microsoft's Immersive Reader for an enhanced reading experience with additional customization options.
How to Use Features
Step 1: Open Helperbird
In Google Docs or Slides, click Extensions in the top menu, then select Helperbird to open the sidebar.
Step 2: Select Your Text
Highlight the text you want to work with in your document or slide.
Step 3: Choose a Feature
Click on any feature in the Helperbird sidebar to apply it to your selected text.
Tip: Most features work instantly. For translation, you'll be prompted to choose a target language before the translation appears.
Pro Features
Some features require Helperbird Pro. If you see a lock icon next to a feature, upgrade to Pro to unlock it. Your Pro subscription works across the browser extension, Google add-on, and all Helperbird apps.
Video Tutorial
Need Additional Help?
Questions about add-on features? Reach out to our Helperbird support team and we'll help you out!
