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Highlighted Text-to-Speech

by dgeovanovich · Accessibility
FeaturedManifest V3 Free
View in Chrome Web Store Data as of 15 Oct 2026

Adds an option to read the highlighted text using Text-to-Speech.

Users
2,000
0 in 30 days
Rating
2.7 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
11
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#21K
#18K among extensions
Version
1.0
updated 23 Jul 2023

Users

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01,0002,000Aug 2023Apr 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 2,000 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month

Ratings count

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0611Aug 2023Apr 2025Oct 2026
Latest, 15 Oct 2026: 11 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month

The Chrome Web Store rounds user counts down to the leading digit, so the user line moves in steps. The ratings count is exact and is the better signal of real adoption.

About Highlighted Text-to-Speech

Description: The Text-to-Speech Highlight Chrome extension offers a seamless and convenient way to listen to highlighted text on web pages using Text-to-Speech (TTS) technology. Whether you want to multitask, have difficulty reading, or simply prefer listening, this extension empowers you to consume content effortlessly through spoken words. Key Features: User-Friendly Text-to-Speech: Highlight any text on a webpage, right-click, and select "Read with TTS" from the context menu. The extension immediately converts the selected text into natural-sounding speech, enhancing your browsing experience. Customizable Voice Options: Tailor the TTS experience to your preferences. Adjust voice rate, language, and choose between male, female, or neutral voices (based on availability). Make the TTS voice match your style! Offline Functionality: No internet connection required to use the TTS feature. Enjoy the convenience of listening to highlighted content even when offline. How to Use: Install the Text-to-Speech Highlight extension from the Chrome Web Store. Highlight any text on a webpage. Right-click to open the context menu. Select "Read with TTS" from the context menu. Voila! The selected text will be read aloud using the Text-to-Speech functionality. Customize Your TTS Experience: The extension utilizes the Chrome TTS API, providing you with the flexibility to tailor your voice preferences. Adjust the voice rate, language, and choose from a selection of available voices. Dive into the background.js file to further fine-tune the voice quality, pitch, and volume if desired. Known Issues: The extension might not function correctly on websites with strict Content Security Policies (CSP) that block external scripts. Customization options could vary depending on the TTS engine available on the user's system. Support and Contributions: We welcome your feedback and suggestions! If you encounter any issues or have ideas for improvement, please don't hesitate to reach out or open an issue on our GitHub repository. Contributions to the project are also encouraged. Credits: The Text-to-Speech Highlight extension was crafted with passion by Sugeodj. We strive to provide you with a seamless, enjoyable, and inclusive browsing experience through Text-to-Speech technology. Install the Text-to-Speech Highlight Chrome extension today and immerse yourself in the power of spoken words! Enhance your browsing journey with ease and accessibility. Enjoy listening to your web content with Text-to-Speech Highlight!

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Chrome Web Store search rankings

Where Highlighted Text-to-Speech appears when people search the store, with the 30 day change
Search phrasePosition30 days
speech#29−9
text to speech#43+3

Version history

1 versions recorded
1.022 Jul 2023

Details

Category
Accessibility
First seen
22 Jul 2023
Size
11 KB
Languages
en
Pricing
Free
Extension ID
pahciojfimmdlmpeodihmcabbbkjdpbk

Permissions and risk

Minimal riskimpact 0, likelihood 1
Permissions
contextMenustts

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