How to use Speed Reading Playback in Helperbird
Enhance your reading experience on web pages and PDFs with Helperbird's Speed Reading feature. Here’s how to navigate the playback controls:
Starting Speed Reading
Step 1: Click on the Helperbird icon to open the extension.
Step 2: Use the search function within Helperbird to locate the 'Speed Reading' feature.
Step 3: Highlight the desired text for speed reading.
Step 4: Hit the 'Play' button that appears after highlighting to begin speed reading.
Playback Features
Display: As the Speed Reading feature plays, it shows the current word centrally, with the previous and upcoming words listed for context.
Pause: Click the 'Pause' button, which replaces the 'Play' button during playback, to temporarily stop reading.
Navigation: Use the left and right arrow buttons to move backward or forward through the text, one word at a time.
Customizing Speed Reading in Helperbird
Tailor your Speed Reading experience to suit your preferences by adjusting several settings. To access these options:
Step 1: Click on the Helperbird icon in your browser to open the extension.
Step 2: Use the search feature to find the 'Speed Reading' feature.
Step 3: Click the 'Settings' button within the Speed Reading section to open customization options.
Adjusting Speed
- Speed: Drag the slider under 'Speed' to increase or decrease the Words Per Minute (WPM) rate.
Changing Color
- Color: Choose your preferred color for the speed reading text by clicking on the desired color circle.
Bold Middle Letter Mode
- Bold Middle Letter: Toggle 'Bold letter mode' on to highlight the middle letter of each word in a distinct color, enhancing focus and readability.
Phonics Mode
- Phonics Mode: Switch on the phonics mode to have words broken down into phonetic segments, facilitating better pronunciation and comprehension.
Video Tutorial
- Coming soon.
Need more help?
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