Speed Reading Mode

Improve reading speed by removing distractions and the need to move our eyes

Speed Reading Mode - Firefox Add-on for Swift Reading

'Speed Reading Mode' is a unique Firefox add-on that aims to improve your reading efficiency. It works by removing unnecessary distractions from your reading material and lessening your need to move your eyes while reading. This can be very beneficial for those who spend a lot of time browsing the web as it can significantly increase your reading speed.

Add-on stats

Manifest V2
Daily users: 660
3
Rating: 4.04
(25)
Version: 0.6resigned1 (Last updated: 2024-04-25)
Version code: 5730625
Creation date: 2018-04-04
Weekly download count: 19
Firefox on Android: Yes
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 63.74K
URLs: Website

Other platforms

Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Simple and effective functionality
  • Works well as advertised and helps with reading documents more efficiently
  • Offers customization options for reading speed and settings
Cons
  • Cannot select specific text to read, must read the entire page
  • Limited feature set, users desire more options like dark theme and advanced text selection
  • Inconsistent performance across different websites, may not work on some sites
Most mentioned
  • Inability to highlight or select specific text to read
  • Request for additional features like dark theme and pause functionality
  • Works effectively for speed reading but needs improvements
User reviews

This is a very useful addon. I would like to have more features, like dark theme for example.
by caisah, 2024-12-07

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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Speed Reading Mode requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
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Risk likelihood

Speed Reading Mode has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details
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