Read&Write (TextHelp package)
Read&Write offers a range of tools to make reading and working with digital texts easier. It integrates with apps you already use, like Google Workspace, Google Chrome and Microsoft 365, and includes a PDF reader.
This software is part of the TextHelp package, which helps to make text more accessible. The package also includes OrbitNote, Equatio and MathType.
Key features
- Add a tint to your screen, using adjustable screen masking in a variety of shades.
- Screen reading tools, including a screenshot reader for accessing text within images.
- Proofread more effectively by hearing your work read back to you with text-to-speech.
- Audio maker allows you to create audio files from selected text.
- Predictive text boosts writing efficiency.
- Subject-related word banks available.
Access instructions
- Read&Write is installed in our computer labs.
- For all other University managed devices, you can install this software from the Software Center (Windows) and Self Service (Mac).
- For other or personal devices, add the Read&Write Chrome extension. The extension is approved by the University.
Additional information
Alternative tools
Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge
An alternative to the Read&Write software is Microsoft Edge browser (microsoft.com), which has an immersive reader and annotation function. It also works with VLEBooks.