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Speed reader

Read faster with one word at a time (RSVP), at your own speed, in English or Arabic.

  • Free
  • No sign-up
  • Works on any device

About Speed reader

Rapid serial visual presentation flashes one word at a time in the same spot, so your eyes do not need to move across the line. Paste text, set the words per minute, and read in English or Arabic. Start near 250 and raise the speed gradually.

How to use Speed reader

  1. Paste the text you want to read.
  2. Set the speed in words per minute and choose English or Arabic.
  3. Press start and read each word as it appears.

Why use this tool?

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Frequently asked questions

Does speed reading hurt my understanding?

At moderate speeds understanding stays good, but pushing far beyond your comfortable pace lowers it. Increase the speed in small steps and stop when you start missing ideas.

What speed should I start with?

Begin at a comfortable pace close to your normal reading speed, then raise it slowly. If you start missing meaning, drop back a step.

Why does the tool show one word at a time?

This is called RSVP. Showing each word in the same spot means your eyes do not have to move, which removes the time spent scanning lines.

Is Speed reader free?

Yes. Speed reader on Toolipedia is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Is it safe to use?

Yes. Everything is worked out in your browser, and nothing you enter is sent to our server.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android and iPhone, as well as on tablets and computers. There's nothing to install.

Do I need an account?

No. Just open the page and use the tool. There's no sign-up and no email needed.

Can I put Speed reader on my own website?

Yes. Use the Embed on your site button under the tool to copy a short piece of code and paste it into your page. It is free, needs no account, and the tool keeps working inside your page.

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