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Hey there! 👋 I created this add-on to help you focus on what matters most - the content.

— Marius, Founder of Web Highlights

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Let's get you set up in just a few steps 🚀
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1. Pin Reader Mode Extension

Click the extension icon in the top right corner and click the "Pin" icon to have it always available.

2. Start Reading

Visit any website and click the Reader Mode icon to start reading.

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3. Highlight Text

Select any text within the reader to highlight it in multiple colors and view it in the sidebar.

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Video transcript
  1. Click any highlight Clicking a highlight on the page opens its popup: a row of actions above the line, and tags and a note below it.
  2. Add a note, with formatting The note field is always open, so typing adds a note to the highlight right away. The toolbar under the note formats it — here a click on B makes the last words bold; italic, lists and more sit next to it.
  3. Tag it to find it later Typing in Tags suggests the tags you already use; picking one adds it, and a new name is created with “+ Create”.
  4. Or note the whole page A note can also be about the whole page, without a highlight: the small note button between two cards in the sidebar adds one, with the same toolbar — here a line and a short bulleted list.
  5. All in your sidebar The sidebar shows the highlight with its note and tags, and the page note below it. Tags let you find them again in the sidebar and in the web app.

4. Take Notes & Organize

Add personal notes and organize your research with custom tags. Access your annotations instantly from the popup or sidebar.

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  1. Summarize any page One click on AI summary in the sidebar writes the key points of the page. The summary is saved with the page, above your highlights. Key points, TL;DR, headline or teaser; short, medium or long.
  2. Or chat with it Or chat with the page: ask a question and the answer comes from the page itself. AI chat works on websites, PDFs and YouTube videos.
  3. Right on your device The AI runs on your device — Gemini Nano in Chrome, Phi-4-mini in Edge — with no cloud. The free plan includes one AI summary and one new AI chat a day; Ultimate and the free trial lift those limits.

5. AI Summary

Create AI-powered summaries of your highlights and web pages with the AI built into your browser. It runs on your device, so your pages stay with you.

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6. Read Everywhere

Create an account to read your articles from anywhere on any device.

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7. Customize Reader

Customize the color mode of the reader to fit your needs. Switch between auto, light, dark, an eye-friendly sepia mode and a contrast mode. You can also change the font size, line-height and reader width.

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8. Read & Annotate YouTube Videos 🎥

Highlight & annotate videos on YouTube. Simply click the highlight button in YouTube or click the extension icon to open the video in our transcript reader.

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Questions? I'm here to help! 👋

Reach out on Twitter, LinkedIn, or email me at marius@web-highlights.com

🚀 You're All Set!

Ready to transform your reading experience? Happy reading! 🤓

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📚 Learn More About Web Highlights

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Complete Getting Started Guide

Learn all the basics of highlighting, note-taking, and organizing your research.

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Helpful Settings & Tips

Learn how to use the helpful settings to make your reading experience even better.

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How to Highlight PDFs

Master PDF highlighting and note-taking for research and study.

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Export to Notion & Obsidian

Sync your highlights with your favorite note-taking apps.

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Keyboard Shortcuts

Speed up your workflow with powerful keyboard shortcuts.

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Web App Dashboard

Access your highlights anywhere with the Web Highlights web app.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Reader Mode extension?
The Reader Mode extension is a specialized Chrome extension designed specifically for converting web pages into clean, distraction-free reading experiences. Unlike our main Web Highlights extension that combines highlighting, PDF support, and reader mode, this focused extension only handles reader mode functionality. Simply click the extension icon on any webpage to instantly open it in a clean, reader-friendly format that removes ads, popups, and distractions while saving a permanent copy for offline access.
How does the Reader Mode extension work?
The Reader Mode extension makes web reading incredibly simple and focused:
  • One-click activation: Click the extension icon on any webpage to instantly open it in reader mode
  • Automatic content extraction: Intelligently identifies and extracts the main article content
  • Distraction removal: Eliminates ads, popups, cookie banners, and other distracting elements
  • Automatic saving: Creates a permanent copy of the webpage for offline access
  • Cross-device access: View saved pages from any device through the web app
Perfect for news articles, blog posts, research papers, and any long-form content you want to read without distractions.
What makes Reader Mode different from browser reader modes?
Our Reader Mode extension goes far beyond basic browser reader modes:
  • Permanent storage: Saves pages for offline access, unlike temporary browser reader modes
  • Cross-device sync: Access your saved pages from any device through the web app
  • Advanced customization: Multiple color themes, font sizes, line heights, and width controls
  • Storage management: Organize and manage your saved documents with usage tracking
  • Content preservation: Keep access to articles even if the original page changes or disappears
  • Eye-friendly defaults: Optimized sepia mode for comfortable reading
Unlike browser reader modes that are temporary, our extension creates a permanent, organized library of your reading materials.
Can I customize the reading experience?
Absolutely! The Reader Mode extension offers extensive customization options to create your perfect reading environment:
  • Font size: Adjust text size for comfortable reading
  • Line height: Modify spacing between lines for better readability
  • Article width: Change the content area width to your preference
  • Color themes:
    • Auto: Adjusts based on your device settings
    • Light: Bright background with dark text
    • Dark: Dark background with light text
    • Sepia: Eye-friendly warm background (default)
    • Contrast: High contrast dark mode
All settings are saved and applied consistently across all your saved documents.
How does offline access work with saved documents?
The Reader Mode extension automatically saves every page you open in reader mode, providing powerful offline capabilities:
  • Automatic saving: Every page opened in reader mode is automatically saved
  • Offline reading: Access your saved pages without an internet connection
  • Web app access: View saved documents from any device through the web app
  • Permanent copies: Keep access to articles even if the original page changes or disappears
  • Storage management: Monitor your storage usage and delete unnecessary documents
This makes it perfect for research, studying, or building a personal library of important articles and documents.
Is the Reader Mode extension free to use?
Yes! The Reader Mode extension offers generous free storage for your saved documents. The free tier includes:
  • Unlimited reader mode conversions
  • Free storage for saved documents (with usage limits)
  • Full customization options
  • Cross-device access through web app
  • Offline reading capabilities
  • Storage management tools
For users who need more storage space for their document library, you can upgrade to our premium plans to get additional storage capacity.
What types of web pages work best with Reader Mode?
The Reader Mode extension works excellently with most content-rich web pages, especially:
  • News articles: Clean, distraction-free reading of current events and journalism
  • Blog posts: Long-form content, tutorials, and personal essays
  • Research papers: Academic articles and scientific publications
  • Documentation: Technical guides, API docs, and help articles
  • Educational content: Online courses, tutorials, and learning materials
  • Long-form journalism: Investigative pieces, features, and in-depth articles
The extension intelligently extracts the main content while removing navigation, ads, sidebars, and other distracting elements to create a focused reading experience.