Introducing the Next Big Release of Helperbird ➑️

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How to use a dyslexia ruler on a website or pdf


How to use Dyslexia ruler

Step 1: Open Helperbird, this is done by clicking the Helperbird icon in the top right corner of your browser window.

Step 2: The extension will open. Showing the quick actions and other features.

Step 3: Scroll until you find the Ruler card.

Step 4: There is many different options, from styles, colors, and transparency.

Step 5: Toggle the on/off switch to On.

Step 6: A ruler, will now appear on the page.

Step 7 (Optional): Change the options to your liking.

Video Tutorial

Ruler features

Follow cursor

Follow cursor is a feature that allows the ruler to follow your cursor as you move it across the page. This feature is turned off by default.

Ruler color

Ruler color is a feature that allows you to change the color of the ruler. The default color is black.

Ruler size

Ruler size is a feature that allows you to change the size of the ruler. The default size is 100px.

Ruler position

Ruler position is a feature that allows you to change the position of the ruler. The default position is top.

Ruler opacity

Ruler opacity is a feature that allows you to change the opacity of the ruler. The default opacity is 100%.

Ruler Width

Ruler Width is a feature that allows you to change the width of the ruler. The default width is 1px.

Ruler Styles

  • Dyslexia Ruler
  • Line focus
  • Reading guide

Need more help?

If you encounter any issues with the activation process, please contact the Helperbird support team for assistance.