Use ClaroRead Pro to turn printed materials into machine-readable format and listen to text out loud
Functionality
ClaroRead Pro reads text out loud from Microsoft Word documents. This software also provides a coloured overlay for documents to assist reading and offers Optical Character Recognition (OCR) that can turn printed materials into a machine-readable format, so you can listen to them read out loud.
Tips for using this tool at Kent
Staff and students may use ClaroRead Pro on any campus PC for free. A personal copy of the software can be purchased or may be available from Student Support for free.
ClaroRead Pro text-to-speech software can be used to support those who struggle with print-based information. Use ClaroRead Pro to proofread web pages or Google Documents for spelling or grammar mistakes.
Help & how to get started
If you would like free access to ClaroRead for your home machine please contact Student Support & Wellbeing stating which operating system you require.
Please note that due to licensing restrictions, we are unable to provide Claro software to students in receipt of a Disabled Student Allowance (DSA).
For help, please view the ClaroRead Pro Quickstart Guide or the ClaroRead Pro help videos.
Terms of use, copyright and licensing
You must comply with the Claro terms of use and the Claro license agreement
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.