Listen to text on your computer using Balabolka text-to-speech software
Functionality
Balabolka is a highly customisable text to speech programme, where you can alter the voice's rate and pitch and improve the quality of the voice's articulation.
Tips for using this tool at Kent
Text-to-speech can be used to support those who struggle with print-based information. Balabolka can be used to proof-read documents for spelling or grammar mistakes and can make digesting large documents easier by listening rather than reading.
Help & how to get started
- To get started, go to the Balabolka website and click download
- For further information or help downloading, please visit the Balabolka instructions and help page
Cost
Free
Terms of use, copyright and licensing
Balabolka can be used for personal and professional use. You must comply with the Balabolka terms of use.
Data Privacy
The University of Kent uses Google Analytics to track how our Software Finder tool is being used. We do not share this data with any third parties.
While we recommend various software tools that may be helpful for both students and staff, it's important for individuals to review the Terms and Conditions of any software they choose to install, especially regarding how it may affect their privacy and personal data.
Please note, the University of Kent is not responsible for the data privacy practices of any third-party software. It is the user's responsibility to understand the privacy policies of the software they use.