Helperbird now works with Word Online, offering a variety of tools to make editing and reading documents easier. Make sure you have Helperbird version 105 or later installed.
Using Helperbird with Word Online
1. Open Word Online
Open your preferred web browser and go to the Word Online website.
2. Log In
Log in to your Microsoft account if you haven’t already, and open a document in Word Online.
Activating Helperbird
3. Open Helperbird
Click the Helperbird icon in your browser’s toolbar to open the Helperbird menu.
4. Check Your Version
Make sure you’re using version 105 or later. You can see the version number at the bottom of the Helperbird menu.
Using Helperbird Features
5. Access Features
With the Helperbird menu open, you can use features like text-to-speech, dyslexia-friendly fonts, and color overlays right in Word Online.
6. Read Text Aloud
To have text read aloud, select 'Text-to-speech' from the Helperbird menu and highlight the text in your Word document.
7. Change the Font
To use a dyslexia-friendly font, search for 'Font' in the Helperbird menu and choose options like Lexend or OpenDyslexic.
8. Use Color Overlays
For color overlays, go to 'Overlay' in the Helperbird menu, turn it on, and choose the color you like. This will apply the overlay to the Word Online interface.
Saving Your Work
9. Save Your Document
After making changes or adding notes with Helperbird, save your document in Word Online to keep all your changes.
10. Access Your Settings
You can always access your customized settings by clicking the Helperbird icon, and they’ll be applied to any document you work on in Word Online.
By following these steps, you can use Helperbird to make Word Online more accessible and easier to use for your writing and reading tasks.
Please Note
Some features may require you to sign in to your Helperbird account.
Video Tutorial
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