Chrome Reader Mode: How to Enable & Use

Activate the Reading Mode in Chrome using the Chrome flags

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Browsers have several features that make surfing the Internet easier, and Reader Mode is one of the lists. Speaking of which, it seems that Chrome got its Reading Mode feature in the latest update.

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To learn more about it, be sure to keep on reading.

What is Chrome Reader Mode?

Reader Mode in Google Chrome is a built-in feature that converts web pages into a more reader-friendly view. It is not enabled by default, so it may not be accessible easily.

Furthermore, it helps declutter web pages and remove distractions to enhance the readability of pages’ important content.

Also, the Reader Mode feature blocks ads so you can focus on the text of the article. It cuts out colors and reduces the page contrast by toning down the white, making it much easier on the eyes.

Reader Mode for Desktop may also alter images or certain formatting on web pages because it is a Chrome flag. It is still an experimental feature and may prompt performance issues when enabled.

How can I enable and use Chrome Reader Mode?

1. Enable Reader Mode via flag

The above steps will enable Reader Mode in Chrome.

2. Use Chrome Reader Mode

As you can see, enabling Reader Mode is simple and it takes just a couple of minutes.

3. Use a Reader Mode extension

You can also add Reader Mode extensions to enjoy the feature on the browser. The extension comes with more features to make browsing easier and more interesting. Visit the Google Chrome web store to download it.

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Likewise, we have a comprehensive article about how tostop websites from opening automaticallyin Chrome.

Feel free to leave your questions or suggestions in the comments section.

Chrome Reader Mode: How to Enable & Use#

What is Chrome Reader Mode?#

How can I enable and use Chrome Reader Mode?#

1. Enable Reader Mode via flag#

2. Use Chrome Reader Mode#

3. Use a Reader Mode extension#