How to Install Helperbird

Learn how to install Helperbird. Step-by-step guide for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari Support accessibility for everyone.

Getting Helperbird installed is quick and easy. Just pick your browser or device below and follow the steps. You'll be up and running in no time.


How to Install Helperbird for Google Chrome

Step 1: Open the Chrome Web Store

Launch Google Chrome on your computer. Go to the Helperbird extension page on the Chrome Web Store.


Step 2: Add to Chrome

Click the blue Add to Chrome button on the Helperbird extension page.


Step 3: Confirm Installation

A pop-up window will appear asking for confirmation. Click Add Extension to proceed.


Step 4: Start Using Helperbird

Helperbird is now installed! You'll see the Helperbird icon appear in the top-right corner of Chrome. Click it to start using Helperbird.


How to Install Helperbird for Microsoft Edge

Step 1: Open the Edge Add-ons Store

Start Microsoft Edge on your computer. Go to the Helperbird page in the Microsoft Edge Add-ons store.


Step 2: Get the Extension

Click the Get button to start installing Helperbird.


Step 3: Confirm Installation

A pop-up will appear asking for confirmation. Click Add extension.


Step 4: Start Using Helperbird

Helperbird is now installed! The Helperbird icon will appear in the top-right corner of Edge. Click it to open Helperbird.


How to Install Helperbird for Mozilla Firefox

Step 1: Open the Firefox Add-ons Store

Launch Firefox on your computer. Go to the Helperbird page in the Firefox Add-ons store.


Step 2: Add to Firefox

Click Add to Firefox to install Helperbird.


Step 3: Confirm Installation

A pop-up window will appear. Click Add to confirm the installation.


Step 4: Start Using Helperbird

Helperbird is now installed! You'll see the Helperbird icon in your Firefox toolbar. Click it to start using Helperbird.


How to Install Helperbird for Safari

Step 1: Open the App Store

Start Safari on your Mac. Open the App Store application.


Step 2: Search for Helperbird

Search for Helperbird for Safari in the App Store.


Step 3: Install Helperbird

Click Get or Install and follow the prompts to download Helperbird.


Step 4: Enable in Safari

Once installed, open Safari Preferences and go to the Extensions tab. Find Helperbird and check the box to enable it.


Step 5: Start Using Helperbird

Helperbird is now ready to use in Safari! You'll see the Helperbird icon in your Safari toolbar.


How to Install Helperbird on Google Docs

Step 1: Open Google Docs

Start a Google Docs document in your browser.


Step 2: Go to Add-ons

Click Extensions in the top menu bar (previously called Add-ons in older versions).


Step 3: Get Add-ons

Select Add-ons > Get add-ons from the dropdown menu.


Step 4: Search for Helperbird

The Google Workspace Marketplace will open. Search for "Helperbird" in the search bar.


Step 5: Install Helperbird

Click Install on the Helperbird listing.


Step 6: Allow Permissions

A pop-up will ask for permissions. Click Continue and then Allow to grant Helperbird the necessary permissions.


Step 7: Start Using Helperbird

Helperbird is now installed! Access it from the Extensions > Helperbird menu in Google Docs.


How to Install Helperbird on Google Slides

Step 1: Open Google Slides

Start a Google Slides presentation in your browser.


Step 2: Go to Add-ons

Click Extensions in the top menu bar (previously called Add-ons in older versions).


Step 3: Get Add-ons

Select Add-ons > Get add-ons from the dropdown menu.


Step 4: Search for Helperbird

The Google Workspace Marketplace will open. Search for "Helperbird" in the search bar.


Step 5: Install Helperbird

Click Install on the Helperbird listing.


Step 6: Allow Permissions

A pop-up will ask for permissions. Click Continue and then Allow to grant Helperbird the necessary permissions.


Step 7: Start Using Helperbird

Helperbird is now installed! Access it from the Extensions > Helperbird menu in Google Slides.


How to Install Helperbird on iPad/iPhone

Step 1: Open the App Store

Launch the App Store on your iPad or iPhone.


Step 2: Search for Helperbird

Search for Helperbird for Safari in the App Store.


Step 3: Download the App

Tap GET or INSTALL to download and install the Helperbird app. You may need to use Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID password.


Step 4: Open the App

Once installed, tap the Helperbird app icon on your home screen to open it.


Step 5: Enable in Safari

Follow the on-screen instructions to enable Helperbird in Safari. You'll need to go to your device's Settings > Safari > Extensions and turn on Helperbird.


Step 6: Start Using Helperbird

Helperbird is now ready to use in Safari on your iPhone or iPad!

Note: Helperbird requires iOS 15.0 or later.

Tip: After installing on any browser, consider pinning Helperbird to your toolbar for quick access. Check out our guide on pinning extensions!


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