Clearly Reader

Clearly Reader is a browser extension and web app that transforms online reading into a distraction-free and customizable experience. It removes ads, sidebars, and floating texts to present content in a clean, easy-to-read format. Users can adjust fonts, themes, colors, and layout to reduce eye strain and read comfortably in any lighting condition. Beyond decluttering, Clearly Reader offers powerful tools like text-to-speech with adjustable voice settings, intelligent AI summaries, and keyword highlighting to help users absorb information better. It supports multilingual translation, enabling quick word-by-word or paragraph translations while reading. The tool also includes article clipping, exporting content to formats like PDF, Word, Markdown, and integration with popular note-taking apps such as Craft, Obsidian, Pocket, and Instapaper. This makes it ideal for students, researchers, and professionals who want to organize and revisit content efficiently. Clearly Reader syncs user settings and clips across devices, supporting a cloud-based workflow. Its AI Reader assistant enhances comprehension by providing summaries and keyword readings. The extension supports multiple browsers including Chrome, Edge, and Firefox, as well as an iOS app. With a free tier offering essential reading features and premium plans unlocking advanced AI and cloud capabilities, Clearly Reader caters to casual readers and power users alike. It balances simplicity with rich functionality to improve focus and productivity when reading online.

Key Features

• 🗣️ Text-to-speech with adjustable voice, pitch, and speed for hands-free reading

• 🌐 Multilingual translation to read content word-by-word or by paragraph

• 📄 Export articles in PDF, Word, Markdown, EPUB, and other formats for offline use

• 📝 Clip and bookmark favorite articles with cloud sync across devices

• 🤖 AI Reader assistant provides summaries and keyword highlights to boost comprehension

Pros

• Offers a distraction-free reading mode that removes ads and floating texts

• Includes AI-powered summaries and keyword reading to enhance understanding

• Supports exporting to multiple formats and integration with popular note-taking apps

• Syncs settings and clips across devices for a consistent reading experience

• Available on multiple browsers and as an iOS app

Cons

• Some advanced AI and cloud features require a paid subscription

• Free tier limits cloud clipping and export capabilities

FAQ

How do I use text-to-speech in Clearly Reader?

You can activate text-to-speech on any article, then choose your preferred voice, adjust the reading speed and pitch to suit your listening comfort.

Can I translate articles while reading?

Yes, Clearly Reader supports quick translation of words or paragraphs into multiple languages directly within the reading interface.

What export formats does Clearly Reader support?

You can export articles as PDF, Word documents, Markdown, EPUB, HTML, and more, making it easy to save or share content offline.

Does Clearly Reader sync my reading settings across devices?

Yes, with a premium subscription, your themes, clips, and preferences sync across all your devices using the cloud.

What browsers and platforms support Clearly Reader?

Clearly Reader is available as an extension for Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and also offers an iOS app for mobile reading.

How does the AI Reader assistant help me?

The AI Reader provides article summaries and highlights key words to help you understand and remember content more effectively.