This bionic reading converter makes the first few letters of each word bold, creating fixation points that guide your eyes across the line. Paste any text to see it reformatted in a live preview, with a slider to control how much of each word is emphasised.
How to use the bionic reading converter
- Paste the text you want to read.
- Adjust the fixation slider to bold more or less of each word.
- Read it in the preview, or copy the formatted HTML to use elsewhere.
How it works
The technique bolds the leading part of every word and leaves the rest lighter. The idea is that your brain recognises a familiar word from its opening letters, so the bold “anchors” let your eyes skip ahead instead of reading every letter. The fixation control changes how many letters are emphasised — lighter for dense text, heavier for a stronger effect.
Who finds it useful
Some readers, including people who find long passages tiring, report that the extra structure helps them stay on the line and keep pace. It is worth trying if you read a lot on screen. Reading is highly individual, so treat it as a personal aid rather than a guaranteed speed boost.