How to Use the Dictionary in Helperbird

Learn how to use Helperbird's use the dictionary in helperbird. Complete guide for improving web accessibility and reading support.

What is the Dictionary?

The Dictionary feature lets you look up the meaning of any word on a webpage instantly. Simply select a word and click the Dictionary button to see its definition without having to open a new tab or search manually.


Who is This For?

This feature is helpful for:

  • Students learning new vocabulary while studying
  • Anyone reading content in a second language
  • People who encounter unfamiliar words while browsing
  • Researchers and professionals reading technical content
  • Anyone who wants to improve their vocabulary

Step 1: Open Helperbird

Click the Helperbird icon in your browser toolbar. It looks like a small owl and is usually in the top-right corner of your browser.

This will open the Helperbird menu.


Step 2: Go to the All Features Section

Scroll down to the bottom of the Helperbird menu. You will see a section called All Features.

Click the arrow next to All Features to expand it and show all available features.


Step 3: Find Dictionary

Look through the list of features until you see Dictionary.

Click the open button next to Dictionary. This will prepare the dictionary to look up a word.


Step 4: Select a Word

Go to any webpage and use your mouse to select the word you want to define. Click and drag to highlight the word.


Step 5: View the Definition

After selecting the word, a panel will open showing:

  • The word you selected
  • Its definition and meaning
  • Sometimes additional information like pronunciation or examples

You can close the definition panel when you are done and select another word to look up.

Tip: The Dictionary is great for quickly learning new words while reading articles, studying, or browsing the web.


Video Tutorial


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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David Linde

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A Google User

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It is simply amazing, Helperbird helps you find out from everything from the Readermode feature, color changes and so much more. It has really changed my life!!

John Mc Carthy

John Mc Carthy

Helperbird user

Let me tell you, I didn't know how badly I needed this until I got it. It was much like when I got glasses, I had just assumed that was how everyone saw the world...then it wasn't. Thank you Helperbird for the efforts you put forth in this lovely extension for everyone to use. The fact that you can use so much on the free just goes to show that this is something to help aid people not just some money grab. However with the pricing it still couldn't be a money grab. Thank you all again for the efforts you put forth so others can enjoy the internet more fully.

Matthew Burns

Matthew Burns

Health care worker

Wow i am really glad someone had this idea. We need more helper tools like this.

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Mohammad Karzai

Helperbird user

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