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Feature iconSelect Area to Read

Convert text-to-speech by drawing a box around selected words embedded images

Overview

What this Feature Does

The Select Area tool allows users to click and drag over text that cannot be highlighted normally, such as in images, PDFs, or scanned documents. Mote then reads the selected content aloud with word-by-word highlighting.

Why it Matters

  • Makes text in graphics, screenshots, and PDFs accessible
  • Supports students with IEPs, vision challenges, and multilingual learners in accessing non-editable content

Bonus Points

Works with images, video captions, and slides.Voice and speed playback options, just like Play Page, are also available.

Select Area to Read navigation screenshot

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