Documentation

Everything you need to read with Readwave.

Guides for installing, choosing voices, fine-tuning settings, and getting unstuck. New here? Start with Getting Started.

Get set up in 60 secondsInstall, learn the Ctrl+Alt+R hotkey, and run your first read.Something not working?Fixes for no audio, “Engine offline,” and hotkey conflicts.

Get started

Getting StartedInstall, first run, the hotkey, your first read, and the player.

Using Readwave

VoicesPreview and choose voices; free local vs. Pro cloud.PronunciationsTeach Readwave how to say names, acronyms, and tricky words.QueueSave text to listen later; play through, reorder, shuffle, clear.SettingsEvery setting explained — hotkey, output, what to read, and more.

Reference

Plans & BillingFree vs. Pro, the weekly word limit, upgrading, and cancelling.Keyboard ShortcutsThe read/stop shortcut and where the playback controls live.TroubleshootingNo audio, “Engine offline,” antivirus flags, hotkey conflicts.PrivacyWhat stays on your device and what Pro cloud features send.FAQCommon questions, answered with links to the details.