Using the Read Aloud Feature in Scrible

The Read Aloud feature in Scrible is a fantastic tool to enhance accessibility and improve your reading experience. If you're experiencing any issues or just want to get started, this guide will walk you through the key steps and troubleshooting tips.

Step-by-Step Guide: Using the Read Aloud Feature in Scrible

Step 1: Open Your Source Open a source from your Scrible library or save a new source directly from the web. Step 2: Activate the Read Aloud Feature Once the source is open, click on the Ear Icon in the Scrible Toolbar. Highlight the text you want to hear. The Read Aloud feature will start playing the selected text. Step 3: Adjust Read Aloud Settings Click the down arrow next to the Ear Icon to open the Read Aloud Settings. Customize the Voice Settings: Select your preferred Language and Voice from the dropdown menu. Use the sliders to adjust the Pitch and Speed of the voice. Click Test Voice to preview your selections and ensure you like the sound. Once finalized, these settings will automatically apply to all future Read Aloud sessions.

Tips:

• Highlight specific text in PDFs to ensure accurate playback.
• Experiment with different voice options to find the one that works best for you.

Selecting Text in PDFs:

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  If you're working with a PDF, selecting text can sometimes be tricky.
• Use your mouse to highlight the specific section of text you'd like to hear. Once highlighted, click the Read Aloud button.
• Tip: Be precise in your selection to avoid unexpected results.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

1. Read Aloud Doesn’t Work

• Ensure you've selected text before clicking the Read Aloud button.
• Check if your browser permissions allow text-to-speech.

2. Garbled Audio or Mispronounced Words

• Possible Issue: PDFs can sometimes cause garbled audio due to encoding issues (e.g., words appearing run together).
• Solution:
  • Adjust your text selection to ensure proper spacing.
  • If the problem persists, it may be due to the specific PDF’s encoding.

3. General Audio Quality Problems

• Try changing the voice setting to a different option in your Read Aloud settings.

Future Improvements

We're actively working on updating our PDF viewer engine to better handle problematic PDFs. Once released, it should address issues like words being run together. Stay tuned for updates!

If you continue to encounter issues or have further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to our support team. We’re here to help!

Happy Scribling!