Reader Mode in Chrome — sometimes called Reader View — is a simple way to strip out clutter, ads, and distracting layouts so you can focus on the text you actually want to read. If you’ve used reader mode in Safari or Firefox, you know how useful it can be. The good news: you can enable Chrome Reader Mode on desktop and Android, and if you’re on iPhone or iPad, there are workarounds too. Here’s how to turn it on step by step, plus what to do if you don’t see the option.
1 – What Is Reader Mode in Chrome and Why Use It?
Reader mode can be great at stripping out ads and simplifying terrible layouts.
You may be used to it from other apps and now you can’t live without it?
2 – How to Enable Reader Mode in Chrome on Desktop
Click on the three-dots at the top-right of the Chrome window. Go to “more tools” then “Reading Mode”.
3 – How to Turn On Reader Mode in Chrome for Android
Open Chrome.
Go to Settings → Accessibility.
Turn on Simplified view for web pages.
When you visit an article, a banner will appear at the bottom:
- Tap Show simplified view to switch to Reader View.
4 – Does Chrome Have Reader Mode on iPhone or iPad?
It doesn’t exist, but you can use Safari reader view instead.
5 – Best Reader View Extensions and Plug-Ins for Chrome
If its not working for you (perhaps you have particular visual needs) try a plug-in instead.
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