Bionic Reading Converter Online

Preparing text for bionic reading

In this presentation the beginning of each word is set in bold. The idea is that the eye takes in the word opening and the reading process fills in the rest.

Whether that actually speeds up reading is not settled, and people experience it very differently. Try it on a longer passage to see whether it helps you.

How to use it

Paste the text and generate the emphasised version, then read it or take it over into your own document.

When copying into another program, check that the emphasis survives — plain text fields will drop it.

What it is useful for

Some readers find the emphasis helpful with long texts; others find it distracting.

For material many people will read, restraint is advisable: an unfamiliar presentation can make reading harder rather than easier.

Frequently asked questions

Is the benefit scientifically established?

There is no solid evidence that this presentation is generally faster to read. The impression varies from person to person.

Does the emphasis survive copying?

Only in programs that carry formatting across. Plain text fields strip it out.

Does it work with long compound words?

Yes, the word opening is emphasised, though the effect is weaker with very long compounds.