Reading, writing, and research tools to empower learners and professionals to access text in a flexible way. Read&Write supports people who think and work differently. Creating accessible working environments for everyone.
Creating flexible working and learning environments for students and professionals.
Read&Write helps with many reading and writing challenges, including dyslexia. It helps users to digest on screen text with options for Text-to-Speech, Screen Masking, Prediction and Audio Maker. Its diverse features mean everyone can process information in a way that suits their individual preferences.
For DSA students
Read&Write supports reading comprehension allowing students who use it to implement a multisensory approach to tasks by listening to the computer read text out loud, while following the text visually.
In the workplace
For employees in the workplace, Read&Write presents a host of features like a dyslexic spell checker, Text-to-Speech, and Screen Masking tools to help users demonstrate their expertise.
Read&Write can be used to support attention and organisation difficulties. The features in Read&Write can be used to improve focus. It also provides alternative ways to consume text and get ideas down on paper, helping with low engagement.
For DSA students
Read&Write’s highlighting feature can be used to gather and store useful information that can later be collated into a document. This quick and simple approach helps students to work more efficiently before their attention begins to wane.
In the workplace
Read&Write’s Screen Masking feature, helps users stay focused on the text onscreen, particularly in a busy office. The audio maker gives users the option of listening to important text if sitting at a desk for long periods of time is challenging.
People who experience stress or anxiety can benefit from many of the features in Read&Write. Streamlining everyday tasks and enhancing focus helps individuals to thrive at university and in the workplace.
For DSA students
Tools like Highlighters, Research Folder, and Voice Notes help students to process complicated text and organise their notes.
In the workplace
Individuals who are challenged by stress and anxiety disorders can reduce their stress levels by the text-to-speech feature. It allows users to listen to text being read out loud, providing an alternative method to reading challenges or focus.
From reading, writing and research tools, it’s all inside this subtle toolbar.
Reads on-screen text aloud to help process and understand information while improving concentration.
With adjustable colors, tint the screen to reduce visual fatigue and use the light-up pane to help focus when reading.
Organise research with ease using color-coded highlights. Mark important points and download a document with sources linked for easy reference.
The Prediction tool offers suggestions as you type. Hover over a word to hear it out loud and streamline writing.
Share ideas and collaborate effortlessly through Voice Notes. Quickly record feedback and add it as a comment in any document.
Make sure writing is error-free with Check It - a built-in spelling and auto correct tool designed to help with writing more clearly and precisely.
Simply talk while the software types, to get thoughts and ideas out on paper and reduce keystrokes.
Read&Write seamlessly integrates with eight main platforms. Students can use Read&Write on their Chromebook, laptop, MacBook or tablet.
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Who does Read&Write benefit?
Read&Write is beneficial for people with dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, Dyspraxia, Dyscalculia and more, as well as individuals who need reading support or writing assistance. Read&Write also supports students and professionals with mental health disorders, and those with physical disabilities or dexterity challenges. There are also features in Read&Write that can help students at university, or people in the workplace who live with low vision, visual impairments, and hearing loss.
Does Read&Write need internet access?
Some features on the toolbar do require internet access. While Read&Write for Google Chrome is a browser extension that requires the internet for most features, text to speech can still be used offline. In the case of using the desktop versions of Read&Write for Windows and Mac, only a few features require the internet.
What platforms/devices does Read&Write work on?
Read&Write integrates across Windows, Mac and Google Chrome. It’s compatible for use across most devices including laptop, tablet or chromebook. Not only that, users can enjoy features as they browse the web, read PDFs, or collaborate with one another in a shared document.
What’s included in a DSA subscription?
Your subscription means everyone can enjoy the benefits of Read&Write across all platforms including Windows, Mac, Google Chrome, Edge, iPad, and Android.
With a DSA subscription, students also get access to OrbitNote and AutoCorrect included in their package.
Our support site gives you, and the people you support, access to lots of common questions that other users of our software have about the technical stuff. If you can't find what you're looking for there, then our Tech Support team is on hand at support@texthelp.com 9-5pm every day to help with troubleshooting or technical problems.
What’s included in an Access to Work subscription?
Your subscription means everyone can enjoy the benefits of Read&Write across all platforms including Windows, Mac, Google Chrome, Edge, iPad, and Android.
Our support site gives you, and the people you support, access to lots of common questions that other users of our software have about the technical stuff. If you can't find what you're looking for there, then our Tech Support team is on hand at support@texthelp.com 9-5pm every day to help with troubleshooting or technical problems.
People who use Read&Write through the Access to Work scheme can also benefit from our Academy. On the Read&Write Academy they will find a whole host of resources from video tours to How-tos, to help them get to grips with the product.
Is Read&Write available in other languages?
Yes, Read&Write is available in lots of different languages, including Arabic and most recently Irish (Gaelic). To see all of the languages Read&Write supports, follow the instructions in this support article.
Does Read&Write work with Learning Management Systems?
Yes, Read&Write works in many of the major LMS's such as Canvas, Schoology and Brightspace. If you don't see your LMS on that list, just ask us.