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How to Change Background Color on Websites

Changing the background color makes reading more comfortable by reducing eye strain and improving focus on the content.

Step 1: Open Helperbird

Click the Helperbird owl icon in your browser toolbar to open the main dashboard.

Screenshot showing the Helperbird main dashboard with Reading Options visible

Step 2: Go to Reading Options

In the list of tools, find Reading Options and click the open icon next to it.

Screenshot showing the Reading Options with an Open button

Step 3: Customize Background Color

In the Reading Options panel:

  1. Go to the Colors tab.
  2. Toggle Background on.
  3. Choose your preferred color from the palette.
  4. The background color will update immediately across the page.

Screenshot showing the Colors tab with Background toggle enabled and a color palette

Tip: Try softer colors like light blue or beige to reduce glare and eye fatigue during long reading sessions.

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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.

"After using Helperbird I can't say enough positive things about it. This extension has truly transformed my online reading experience. Whether it's adjusting font sizes, reducing eye strain with the gray filter, or using the dyslexia-friendly fonts, Helperbird offers a range of features that cater to individual preferences and needs. The customizable color options and text alignment have also been incredibly helpful for personalizing my browsing. And the speed reading feature? It's a game-changer! Overall, Helperbird is a versatile, user-friendly tool that enhances accessibility and makes online reading a breeze. Highly recommended!"

Charlie Nishelle Calkins
Helperbird Pro user
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