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How to Use Helperbird on Android with Firefox

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

What You Need

  • An Android phone or tablet
  • Firefox browser (version 120 or later)
  • Firefox for Android supports extensions, which is how Helperbird works on your phone

Step 1: Install Firefox

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

Step 2: Install Helperbird

  1. Open Firefox on your Android device
  2. Tap the three-dot menu in the top-right corner
  3. Tap Add-ons
  4. Tap Find more add-ons
  5. Search for Helperbird
  6. Tap Add to Firefox and then tap Add to confirm

Helperbird is now installed.

Step 3: Open Helperbird on a Website

  1. Go to any website in Firefox
  2. Tap the three-dot menu in the top-right corner
  3. Tap Add-ons
  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) — Pull text out of images, worksheets, or documents
  • 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

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 Add-ons 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

  • Quick access — After installing, Helperbird appears in your Add-ons menu every time you tap the three-dot menu
  • OCR on the go — The Extract Text feature is great for reading printed text like signs, worksheets, or textbook pages
  • Offline features — Font changes, overlays, and reading rulers work without an internet connection

Video Tutorial

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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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