Screen Reader Google Chrome Extension (2024 Guide)

In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to use a screen reader Google Chrome extension in just a few simple steps. Read on to learn more.

Google Chrome Screen Reader

Follow the steps below to use an extension from Google Chrome as a screen reader.

1. Go to the Chrome Web Store and Search for ChromeVox

Open Google Chrome and type chrome.google.com/webstore into the address bar. In the search bar at the top left, type “ChromeVox” and press enter to search for the ChromeVox extension.

2. Select ChromeVox and Confirm it is the Official Google Version

In the search results, click on ChromeVox Screen Reader from the list. Ensure that the extension is marked as developed by Google. This will guarantee that you’re downloading the correct version.

3. Click “Add to Chrome” to Install the Extension

On the ChromeVox extension page, click the blue “Add to Chrome” button at the top right.

A popup will appear asking for confirmation—click “Add extension” to complete the installation.

4. Use the Chrome Toolbar or Shortcut to Enable ChromeVox

Once the extension is installed, click the ChromeVox icon in the Chrome toolbar to enable it. Alternatively, you can press Ctrl + Alt + Z on your keyboard to quickly activate or deactivate the screen reader.

You will see an orange box highlighting the line the screen reader reads, just like the image below.

5. Adjust ChromeVox Settings to Customize Your Experience

Click the three-dot option beside the extension in the puzzle icon and select “Options” to access settings.

Here, you can adjust settings such as speech rate and volume and choose from different voices to match your preferences.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of using the screen reader extension for Google Chrome. If you enjoyed this article, you might want to check our articles on how to exit full screen on Google Chrome and how to add a Chrome tab to the home screen.