Text to Speech on Firefox. It use OS build-in TTS engines, you can use it even when offline.
TTSFox: An Offline Text to Speech Firefox Add-On
TTSFox is a Firefox add-on that transforms written text into audible speech. This tool uses the built-in Text-to-Speech engines of your operating system, allowing its use even in offline mode. With its user-friendly interface, you can either key in the text directly or right-click any selected text on a webpage to initiate speech. It also comes with a 'Cancel' button to stop the speech anytime you want.
Add-on stats
Weekly download count: 34
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
Size: 34.28K
Email: et*****@hotmail.com
URLs: Website
Ranking
# 2,261
Other platforms
Not available on Chrome
Not available on Android
Not available on Edge
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Add-on summary
Text to Speech on Firefox. It use OS build-in TTS engines, you can use it even when offline. How to use:
- Click toolbar icon and key-in text, then click "Speech" button.
- Select text on web page > click mouse right button > click "Speech" item on context menu > click "Speech" button.
When speech, you can click Cancel button to stop speech.
User reviews
Pros
- Supports multiple languages including Korean and English.
- Allows customizable settings for speed and tone.
- Integrates with OS's built-in offline voices without requiring additional software.
Cons
- Limited variety of voices available.
- Issues with voice organization and dropdown loading speed.
- Requires text selection to operate, which some users find inconvenient.
Most mentioned
- Desire for more voice variety.
- Request for additional speed settings.
- Overall satisfaction with performance for reading text online.
User reviews
한국어도 부드럽게 잘 되서 좋은거 같습니다!
Could use more incremental speed settings, 2x is too slow and 4x is too fast.
Add-on safety
Risk impact
TTSFox requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
TTSFox has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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