Guides & Tutorials
Practical guides for using Read‑Aloud for study, work, writing, and language practice. Read‑Aloud runs in your browser and speaks using the text‑to‑speech voices already installed on your device.
How voices work in Read‑Aloud
- Read‑Aloud uses your browser’s built‑in speech engine (Web Speech API) to speak with voices installed on your device.
- Voice lists can vary by browser and OS. On macOS, Chrome/Edge may expose a different set of voices than Safari.
- If a voice sounds robotic, try a different voice, or try another browser.
- If the voice list is empty, you likely need to download or enable a system voice, then reload the page (see Help).
- If you hear nothing, check your media volume and Bluetooth output routing first.
Deep dive: Browser compatibility & voice availability matrix
Browse by goal
Pick the section that matches what you’re trying to do.
Getting started
Learn the core workflow: paste text, choose a voice, adjust speed, and listen comfortably.
Study & focus
Use TTS to reduce fatigue, retain more, and finish long reads without losing the thread.
Writing & editing
Use listening to catch awkward phrasing, repetition, missing context, and tone drift.
Language learning
Turn pasted text into repeatable speaking practice (shadowing, pacing, pronunciation practice).
Accessibility & focus routines
Practical setups for dyslexia/ADHD support and reduced screen strain.
Privacy & reliability
Understand what stays on-device, what can vary by browser, and how to choose safer workflows.
Need help right now?
If something isn’t working (no sound or missing voices), start with Help & troubleshooting. If you still can’t resolve it, use the contact page.
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