How to Use the Dyslexia Ruler on Websites
The Dyslexia Ruler helps you track lines while reading by adding a semi-transparent bar that highlights text—especially helpful for people with dyslexia or anyone who struggles to follow long lines of text.
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 Dyslexia ruler on.
Step 3: Customize Dyslexia Ruler
In the Dyslexia Tools panel, click the Settings tab to customize your ruler:
- Height: Adjust how tall the ruler appears
- Width: Control how wide the ruler extends across the screen
- Color: Choose a color that works best for your eyes
- Brightness: Make the ruler more or less transparent
- Follow Cursor: Toggle on to make the ruler follow your mouse, or off to keep it in a fixed position
- Position: Set where the ruler appears on the screen when Follow Cursor is off
Tip: Try enabling Follow Cursor mode and using a light blue or beige color with medium brightness for comfortable line tracking.
Video Walkthrough
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.
