RSVP Speed Reader

About

RSVP Speed Reader

Read text faster with RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) technique. Transform any selected text into a speed reading experience that helps you read 2-3x faster while maintaining comprehension.

Why RSVP Speed Reader?

Traditional reading requires your eyes to move across lines, which slows you down. RSVP eliminates this by displaying one word at a time at a fixed point, allowing your brain to process words faster. This extension brings this powerful technique to any webpage, article, or text you want to read.

Key Features

Fast & Easy to Use
- Simply select any text on any webpage
- Right-click → "Read with RSVP" and start reading instantly
- No complex setup or configuration required

Customizable Reading Experience
- Adjust reading speed from 100 to 1,000 words per minute (WPM)
- Customize font size from 40px to 120px for comfortable viewing
- Optimized word highlighting for better recognition

Full Keyboard Control
- Space: Pause/Resume reading
- ← → Arrow Keys: Navigate words manually
- ↑ ↓ Arrow Keys: Adjust speed on the fly (±50 WPM)
- R: Reset to beginning
- Esc: Close overlay and return to page

Works Everywhere
- Works on any webpage with selectable text
- Special integration for X/Twitter posts and articles
- Clean, distraction-free fullscreen overlay
- No interference with website functionality

Privacy-First Design
- Zero data collection - we don't track anything
- No analytics, no tracking, no external servers
- All processing happens locally on your device
- Settings stored only on your device, never synced

Perfect For

- Students - Read articles, research papers, and study materials faster
- Professionals - Quickly digest news, reports, and documentation
- Book Lovers - Speed through online articles and blog posts
- Anyone - Improve your reading speed and comprehension

How It Works

1. Select Text: Highlight any text you want to read on any webpage
2. Right-Click: Choose "Read with RSVP" from the context menu
3. Start Reading: Words appear one at a time at the optimal recognition point
4. Control Your Pace: Adjust speed with arrow keys or use the settings panel
5. Stay Focused: Distraction-free overlay keeps you immersed in the content

X/Twitter Integration

On X.com (Twitter), you'll find a "Speed read" option in post menus, making it easy to speed read tweets and articles without copying text manually.

Privacy & Data

This extension is designed with privacy as the top priority:
- No data collection whatsoever
- No tracking or analytics
- No external API calls
- All settings stored locally on your device only
- Open source and transparent

Technical Details

- Built with Manifest V3 for modern Chrome compatibility
- Minimal permissions - only what's necessary to function
- Lightweight and fast - no heavy dependencies
- Shadow DOM isolation - doesn't interfere with websites

Tips for Best Results

- Start with slower speeds (200-300 WPM) and gradually increase
- Practice with shorter texts first to build your RSVP reading skills
- Use the pause feature to take breaks when needed
- Adjust font size for optimal readability