How to Use Helperbird on Android with Microsoft Edge

Learn how to install and use Helperbird on your Android phone or tablet using Microsoft Edge. Access text to speech, dyslexia fonts, OCR, and more on the go.

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What You Need

  • An Android phone or tablet
  • Microsoft Edge browser (version 125 or later)
  • Edge supports extensions on Android, which is how Helperbird works on your phone

Step 1: Install Microsoft Edge

If you do not have Edge installed, download it from the Google Play Store.


Step 2: Enable Helperbird

  1. Open Microsoft Edge on your Android device
  2. Tap the three-dot menu at the bottom of the screen
  3. Tap Extensions
  4. Search for Helperbird and tap Get
  5. Tap Add to install the extension

Edge will download and enable Helperbird automatically.


Step 3: Open Helperbird on a Website

  1. Go to any website in Edge
  2. Tap the three-dot menu at the bottom of the screen
  3. Tap Extensions
  4. Tap Helperbird to open it

Helperbird will appear as a panel over the page.


Step 4: Use Helperbird Features

You can use the same features as on desktop, including:

  • Text to Speech — Have any text read aloud
  • Extract Text (OCR) — Point your camera or select an image to pull text out of it
  • Dyslexia Fonts — Switch to a more readable font
  • Color Overlays — Reduce eye strain with a tinted overlay
  • Reading Mode — Strip away clutter and focus on the content
  • Immersive Reader — Use Microsoft's reading tool

Tap any feature to turn it on. Your settings are saved automatically.


Step 5: Sign In to Pro

To unlock all features, sign in with your email or subscription key:

  1. Open Helperbird from the Extensions menu
  2. Scroll to the bottom and tap Settings
  3. Tap Subscription key
  4. Paste your key and tap Save

Guide: How to use your subscription key


Tips

  • Pin Helperbird — In the Extensions menu, tap the pin icon next to Helperbird so it appears in your toolbar for quick access
  • OCR on the go — The Extract Text feature is great for reading printed text in the real world, like signs, worksheets, or textbook pages
  • Offline features — Font changes, overlays, and reading rulers work without an internet connection

Video Tutorial

Coming soon


Need Additional Help?

If you have any questions or run into any issues, please contact the Helperbird support team. You can reach us at Helperbird support. We are happy to help you get the most out of Helperbird.

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