Reading Mode in Helperbird makes it easier to focus on the content you’re reading by removing ads and distractions, leaving you with a clean, easy-to-read page.
How to Use Reading Mode on a Website or PDF
1. Open Helperbird
Click the Helperbird icon in the top right corner of your browser window to open Helperbird.
2. Access Quick Actions
Once Helperbird is open, you’ll see the Quick Actions menu.
3. Activate Reading Mode
Click the Reading Mode button, which is the first button from the left and is purple. This will load the Reading Mode feature into the current tab.
4. Enjoy Distraction-Free Reading
Reading Mode will clean up the page, removing ads and distractions, so you’re left with a simple, clean format.
5. Close Reading Mode
When you’re done, you can exit Reading Mode by clicking the Close Reading Mode button.
What is Reading Mode?
Reading Mode in Helperbird is a feature designed to improve your reading experience on websites and PDFs. It strips away all the unnecessary elements—like ads, pop-ups, and other distractions—leaving you with just the core content in a clean, easy-to-read format.
Whether you’re reading a news article, a blog post, or a document, Reading Mode helps you stay focused on what’s important.
Benefits of Using Reading Mode
Distraction-Free Reading
By removing ads, sidebars, and other distractions, Reading Mode helps you focus solely on the text, making it easier to absorb and understand the content.
Cleaner Layout
Reading Mode reformats the page into a simpler layout, with clear fonts and proper spacing, which can reduce eye strain and make reading more comfortable.
Better Focus
For people who struggle with attention or are easily distracted, Reading Mode creates a streamlined reading environment that helps maintain focus and improve comprehension.
Customizable Settings
You can adjust the text size, background color, and font to suit your reading preferences, making it easier to read for longer periods without discomfort.
Improved Accessibility
Reading Mode is particularly beneficial for people with dyslexia or other reading difficulties, as it presents the text in a way that’s easier to process, without the visual clutter that can make reading challenging.
Consistency Across Devices
Whether you’re on your laptop, tablet, or smartphone, Reading Mode ensures a consistent reading experience across all your devices.
How to Use Reading Mode on a PDF
The steps for using Reading Mode on a PDF are just as simple:
1. Open Helperbird
Click the Helperbird icon in the top right corner of your browser window.
2. Access Quick Actions
Once Helperbird is open, you’ll see the Quick Actions menu.
3. Activate Reading Mode
Click the Reading Mode button to load the Reading Mode feature into the current tab.
4. Enjoy Distraction-Free Reading
Reading Mode will clean up the PDF, removing any ads or distractions, and leaving it in a nice, clean format.
5. Close Reading Mode
When you’re finished, click the Close Reading Mode button to exit Reading Mode.
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