> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.readermode.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.readermode.io/using-reader-mode/text-to-speech.md).

# Text-to-speech

Reader Mode makes reading easier, especially for those with attention issues. Adding a text-to-speech feature to Reader Mode can take this to the next level by allowing users to listen to the text instead of reading it.

### Use Reader Mode's Text-to-speech directly on any website

* Select any text that you want to listen to
* On the highlighter tooltip that appear, click play button\
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### Use Reader Mode's Text-to-speech on distraction-free reader

* On [Reader Mode Toolbar](/using-reader-mode/reader-mode/reader-mode-toolbar.md) inside reader, click on `Listen` icon
* The text-to-speech should start right away
* Click on `Voice options` menu on the top right to change the voice type, rate and pitch

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