How to get Speechify for PC
Speechify is a popular text to speech (TTS) app, especially amongst mobile users who want to listen to text on the go. Adding to its following is the fact that the mobile app is free. However, you don’t need an iPhone or Android app to enjoy Speechify’s perks. You can access all of the features from a PC. Keep reading to learn more about using this text to speech app directly from your PC or laptop.
How Speechify works
Speechify is a fairly straightforward text to speech tool to use. Simply download the app for iOS and Android devices or as a Chrome or Safari extension, and the app will do the rest. Once you have the app, select the voice and preferred speed and hit “Play.” The app will use AI technology to read aloud web pages and emails with natural-sounding human voices. It can also read text images via optical character recognition (OCR) technology and turn them into audio files. With Speechify, you can listen offline, up to 9x times faster than the average reading speed, reading and learning more in less time. In addition, this multi-lingual TTS platform supports more than 30 languages, including German, Portuguese, Japanese, Spanish, etc. Whether you're a native English speaker, or someone trying to learn a new language, this tool will help you learn a new language.
The benefits of Speechify on PC
Speechify is the perfect solution on PC for a variety of scenarios:
Increased productivity
Going through a mountain of backlogged emails may seem daunting, but what if you could listen to them while doing something else? With Speechify, you can listen to popular text files like Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and webpages from Chrome and Safari without being chained to your desk. And as mentioned earlier, it can read your emails out loud while you’re at the gym or walking the dog. Essentially, the text to speech software converts text into podcasts you can listen to when you’re out and about, making multitasking a breeze.
Disability assistance
Speechify is a great TTS tool for those struggling with learning disabilities because it was designed by someone who knew the stress of reading intimately. Cliff Weitzman is the founder and CEO of Speechify and also has dyslexia. He understands how those with dyslexia or similar challenges like ADHD may find reading challenging and created an app to help. It also helps people with other conditions that can affect reading, such as chronic dry eyes and migraines.
Study assistance
Most students spend most of their time studying, but some find it difficult to focus and retain what they’ve read. This is where Speechify comes in. Students of any age can snap images of the text and have the app read it aloud in natural-sounding voices, making it a great addition to e-learning. They can also adjust their reading speed and highlight text. It’s a win-win situation where students get the information they need for academic success without the pressure of a heavy reading load.
Story time for kids
Children of all ages benefit from story time. Reading aloud to your children has numerous benefits, from increasing their vocabulary to increasing their attention span and cognition. However, just because a parent or teacher has a tight schedule doesn’t mean the kids must miss out on story time. Find a bedtime story online or take some images of the children’s favorite book, and this TTS app will convert it into an engaging tale with high-quality voices.
Podcasts galore
Podcasts are the favorite “new” medium to consume content while doing other things. However, your news and blog articles may not come in an audio format. You don’t need to miss out on your favorite content because you don’t have time to sit down and read it. Let Speechify convert the text to audio files you can listen to on and offline.
Content creation
Content creators always seek ways to engage their audience and wow subscribers. Speechify can help these creators add voiceovers to their videos or tutorials to reach a wider audience.
How to set up Speechify on your computer
Speechify is a high-quality text to speech app with natural-sounding voices and many great TTS features. If you want Speechify on your PC, it’s very simple to set up. The easiest way to use Speechify on the computer is to use the Google Chrome web browser extension API. Here are the steps for downloading the Speechify Chrome extension:
- Make sure you are using Google Chrome as your web browser
- Go to the Chrome Web Store
- Search for Speechify Text to Speech Voice Reader
- Install by starting the Speechify download
- Enjoy web pages, emails, Google Docs, and more read out loud to you by Speechify.
Try Speechify for free today
Listening to written text via audio files on the go may be convenient, but sometimes, using a computer may be more suitable. Fortunately, Speechify also has browser extensions available for Chrome and Safari, that’s the perfect solution for PC users. Of course, you can still install Speechify on your mobile devices, too. It is available for iOS (iPhones and iPad) from the App Store and Android mobile devices on Google Play. You can even use your Speechify login to sync your account across devices. Try out one of the best text to speech apps on the market for free, or sign up for one of Speechify’s generous pricing plans. Quality speech synthesis is at your fingertips with Speechify.
FAQ
Is Speechify free on PC?
You can download Speechify on your PC for different browsers via an extension. There is a limited free version and a three-day free trial of Speechify Premium that you can try.
Is there a Speechify app for Windows?
Yes, there is a Speechify app for Windows devices. It also works on Apple and Android devices.
Does Speechify work on laptops?
Yes, Speechify works on both Windows and MacOS laptops.
