How to Use the Document Editor in Helperbird

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

What is the Document Editor?

The Document Editor is a built-in text editor that opens in a new tab. It provides a clean, distraction-free writing space with all of Helperbird's accessibility features available. You can use dyslexia-friendly fonts, text-to-speech, and other tools while writing.


Who is This For?

This feature is helpful for:

  • Students writing essays or assignments
  • Anyone who needs a simple, accessible text editor
  • People who want to write with dyslexia-friendly fonts
  • Writers who benefit from text-to-speech to review their work
  • Anyone who wants a clean writing space without distractions

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 Document Editor

Look through the list of features until you see Document Editor.


Step 4: Open the Editor

Click the open button next to Document Editor.

A new browser tab will open with the Helperbird document editor.


Step 5: Start Writing

The editor opens with a blank document ready for you to write.

You can:

  • Type your content directly in the editor
  • Use formatting tools to style your text
  • Apply Helperbird features like dyslexia fonts and text-to-speech
  • Save your work when you are done

The editor provides a simple, clean space for writing without the distractions of a full webpage.

Tip: Use the Document Editor when you need to write something and want access to all of Helperbird's reading and writing support tools in one place.


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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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