How to Use Overlay & Tints on Websites
Overlay & Tints adds a colored filter over web pages to reduce glare and visual stress—especially helpful for people with dyslexia or Irlen Syndrome.
Step 1: Open Helperbird
Click the Helperbird owl icon in your browser toolbar to open the main dashboard.
Step 2: Go to Dyslexia Tools
In the list of tools, find Dyslexia Tools and click the open icon next to it. Then toggle Overlay on.
Step 3: Customize Overlay
In the Dyslexia Tools panel:
- Click the Settings tab.
- Adjust the Brigtness slider to control the brightness of the overlay.
- Choose a Color from the palette that feels comfortable for your eyes.
Tip: Try softer colors like light blue or beige to reduce glare without making text harder to read.
Video Tutorial
Need Additional Help?
If you run into issues or want to learn more about Helperbird's reading tools, visit our Help Center or reach out to our support team. We're always happy to help make reading easier.
