Dyslexia doesn’t have to limit your potential—and with tools like Speechify, it doesn’t have to limit your reading either. Designed with the unique challenges of dyslexia in mind, Speechify transforms reading from a struggle into an accessible and empowering experience. Every feature is thoughtfully built to reduce frustration and support literacy in a way that feels intuitive, natural, and personalized. In this article, we’ll explore how each feature plays a powerful role in supporting dyslexic readers.
Lifelike Text to Speech in 60+ Languages
For people with dyslexia, reading large amounts of text can lead to mental fatigue, slow progress, and loss of comprehension. Speechify eliminates the need to read line by line by turning any text into spoken audio using over AI 1,000 lifelike voices across 60 languages and accents, which makes it easier to focus and retain information. Dyslexic users often understand spoken words much better than written ones, and listening gives the brain a break from decoding so it can concentrate on meaning.
Speed Controls
No two dyslexic brains are alike—some people need to slow things down, while others can absorb spoken information quickly. That’s why Speechify includes highly customizable speed controls. You can slow down narration for difficult content, or increase speed once you’re familiar with the topic—up to four times the normal reading pace. For many dyslexic users, this means reading finally happens on your terms. It reduces the stress of trying to keep up with others and builds confidence by letting you move at your own rhythm.
Text Highlighting
For dyslexic learners, keeping track of where you are on the page can be as hard as decoding the words themselves. Speechify’s real-time text highlighting provides a critical layer of visual support. As each word is spoken aloud, it’s highlighted on the screen—helping the eyes stay focused and reinforcing word recognition. This combination of audio and visual input creates a multisensory experience that strengthens comprehension and memory. It also helps prevent line-skipping and letter-blurring, two common struggles for those with dyslexia. By making the reading process easier to follow, this feature builds reading fluency and reduces frustration.
OCR Technology
Printed text can pose a major barrier for dyslexic individuals—books, handouts, study guides, or handwritten notes don’t offer the same digital support tools. But with Speechify’s OCR feature, that barrier disappears. Users can simply snap a photo of any physical text, and Speechify will instantly turn it into readable and speakable digital content. This is incredibly empowering for dyslexic readers who may feel anxious or left out when faced with paper-based materials. Whether you're at school, a doctor's office, or reading instructions on a package, OCR lets you read the text aloud.
AI Features
For many people with dyslexia, the challenge isn’t just reading—it’s understanding and remembering what they’ve read. That’s where Speechify’s AI tools on its Web app and iOS app shine.The AI Summaries feature breaks down long or complex content into short, digestible takeaways, helping users focus on the key points without feeling overwhelmed. AI Chat acts like a reading companion—users can ask it questions about the text to clear up confusion or explore topics further. AI Quiz turns learning into a game, letting users check their understanding and reinforce what they’ve just heard. These tools give dyslexic users a more interactive and supportive way to study or learn.
Dyslexia-Friendly Font (Available on Chrome Extension)
Reading on the internet can be especially tough for dyslexic users because most websites aren’t designed with accessibility in mind. That’s why Speechify’s Chrome extension includes an optional Open Dyslexic font setting, which automatically replaces hard-to-read fonts on any webpage. Open Dyslexic uses heavier bottoms and unique shapes to make each letter more distinct—helping to reduce common dyslexia issues like letter flipping, mirroring, and blurring. For many users, this makes text feel more stable and less visually confusing.
Where to Find Speechify
Dyslexic students can easily find and download the Speechify app on whichever device they use most. It's available on the App Store for iOS and Mac users, and on Google Play for Android devices, making it simple to take reading support on the go. For desktop users, the Speechify Web App can be accessed directly through any browser at speechify.com, with no installation needed. There’s also a Chrome extension available in the Chrome Web Store, perfect for reading aloud web pages, Google Docs, and emails right from the browser. With Speechify’s cross-platform accessibility, dyslexic learners can enjoy consistent, personalized reading support anytime, anywhere.
