How to Use the Line Focus Feature in Helperbird

The Line Focus feature in Helperbird helps you concentrate on your reading by highlighting the line you’re focused on while dimming the rest of the page.

It’s a great tool for anyone, especially those with dyslexia, who wants to improve reading focus.


How to Use the Line Focus Feature in Helperbird

1. Open Helperbird

Click the Helperbird icon in your browser’s toolbar to open Helperbird.

2. Find the Line Focus Feature

Use the search bar in the menu to find the Line Focus feature.

3. Turn On Line Focus

Toggle the switch next to Line Focus to turn it on.

4. Start Reading

A transparent line will appear aligned with your cursor, highlighting the current line of text while shading the rest of the page.


Customizing the Line Focus Feature

Adjusting the Height of the Focus Line

  1. Make sure Line Focus is active, then click on Settings.
  2. Find the Height slider in the settings panel.
  3. Move the slider to adjust the height of the focus line to your liking.

Adjusting the Width of the Focus Line

  1. With Line Focus turned on, go to the Settings panel.
  2. Find the Width slider.
  3. Adjust the slider to set the width of the focus line so it fits the text you're reading.

Changing the Color of the Line Focus Overlay

  1. Make sure Line Focus is turned on, then open the settings.
  2. In the Color options, click on a colored circle.
  3. Pick a color for the overlay that contrasts well with the text and background for better focus.

Adjusting the Brightness of the Overlay

  1. Activate Line Focus by following the earlier steps.
  2. Open the Settings for customization options.
  3. Find the Brightness slider.
  4. Slide left to make the overlay lighter, or right to make it darker, depending on your preference.

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