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Feature iconPDF Read Aloud

Drag & select text in PDFs hosted online to hear them read aloud.

Overview

What this Feature Does

PDF Read Aloud allows users to select any text within PDF documents and hear it read aloud using natural-sounding voices, making PDF content fully accessible.

Why it Matters

  • Makes PDF documents accessible for students with dyslexia or reading difficulties
  • Supports multilingual learners with clear pronunciation of academic text
  • Enables independent learning from research papers, worksheets, and digital textbooks

MTSS:

  • Tier 2: Essential support for students with reading challenges
  • Tier 3: Critical accessibility tool for students with significant reading difficulties

Bonus Points

Works with any PDF document including textbooks, research papers, and worksheets. Does NOT work with PDFs that are opened directly in the browser, i.e. pages with URLs that end '.pdf'

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