Vu-Bar
Vu-Bar is a digital reading ruler that you can overlay on your screen to help focus on one line of text at a time. It’s often helpful for people with dyslexia, ADHD or anyone who finds it difficult to keep their place when reading online.
If you tend to skip lines or lose your place while reading on screen, Vu-Bar can help you stay focused.
Key features
- Adjustable ruler width: choose from 25%, 50%, 75% or full screen width.
- Slot height can be set to match your preferred font size.
- Move the ruler using either your mouse or keyboard. Option to lock it to the mouse pointer for easy movement.
Access instructions
- For University-managed devices, install this software from the Software Center.
- For personal devices, you can download this software from FX Software.
Available to staff and students
You can use this service on University-managed and personal devices.
App-based
Compatible with Windows.
Free to use
This software is open-access and free to use.
Access instructions
- For University-managed devices, install this software from the Software Center.
- For personal devices, you can download this software from FX Software.
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Contact for support
If you’re experiencing technical issues and need advice, please contact IT Services.
Service commitments
Support
- This service is managed by IT Services.
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Page last reviewed: 6 May 2025