Just Read is a customizable read mode web extension designed to eliminate distractions from web articles, offering a cleaner and more focused reading experience. It targets users who want to improve article readability and provides advanced features like summarization and content editing, with a premium tier unlocking additional functionality.

How It Works

Just Read operates as a browser extension, automatically detecting and parsing article content. It employs user-selectable or auto-detection modes to identify the main article body, stripping away ads, modals, and navigation elements. Users can further refine the content by manually selecting text, deleting unwanted elements, or editing metadata like title and author. The extension supports custom CSS for extensive theming and offers an optional OpenAI integration for article summarization.

Quick Start & Requirements

• Installation: Install via browser extension stores (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera) or load locally from source. Mobile support via Dolphin, Kiwi, Yandex browsers.
• Prerequisites: None for basic functionality. OpenAI API key required for summarization.
• Resources: Minimal; extension-based.
• Links: Chrome, Firefox, Mobile Installation.

Highlighted Details

• Customizable read mode with extensive theming options via CSS.
• Optional OpenAI integration for article summarization.
• Premium features include sharing formatted articles, custom domain selectors, and advanced editing.
• Supports manual content selection and element deletion for fine-grained control.

Maintenance & Community

The project is actively maintained by Zach Saucier. Community themes and discussions are hosted on GitHub issues. Support for account-related issues is available via email.

Licensing & Compatibility

The project's license is not explicitly stated in the README, but the presence of a "Premium" tier and a custom EULA suggests potential restrictions on redistribution or modification of certain aspects. Commercial use compatibility is not detailed.

Limitations & Caveats

The extension is primarily designed for article-type pages and may not reformat other website types effectively. Some features may not function correctly on mobile browsers. Premium features are gated behind a paid subscription.