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About Mote for Google Chrome™

AI-powered tools for reading, writing, and communication—anywhere students learn online. Trusted by millions of educators and students worldwide, Mote empowers students to read, write, and communicate with confidence across any webpage, with seamless Google Workspace integration. What's new? The Mote Sidebar now features three powerful modes that adapt to every learner's needs AND has a Focus Mode to remove visual clutter from web articles, helping readers to stay focused. READING MODE Read Aloud with natural human voices Picture Dictionary & Vocabulary Builder – Click any word for instant definition, illustration, audio pronunciation, and one-click "Add to My Words" for personalized vocabulary growth. Smart Highlighting & Auto-Organization – Five color-coded highlighters (with accessible labels) automatically funnel key terms into your personal vocabulary bank and highlight collections, or export directly to Google Docs. Focus Mode – Adjustable screen mask that reduces visual clutter for better reading focus and comprehension. Instant Translation & Read-Aloud – Highlight to translate and hear natural AI voices in 50+ languages - even when text appears in images. WRITING MODE AI Voice Typing – Fast, punctuation-smart dictation that works in any text box, with context-aware predictive text that grows smarter as you write. Auto-pastes into most websites. Intelligent Text Prediction – Purpose-built for K-12 learners, Mote's AI text prediction supports phonetic spelling and adapts to writing context. CREATING MODE Voice Recording & Transcription – Record your voice, auto-transcribe with AI, and share via link or let Mote read it back in expressive voices or translate to another language. AUDIO UPLOAD Upload pre-recorded audio files and embed them directly into assignments, presentations, and educational content. Core features students and teachers love 🎤 AI Voice Tools – Natural-sounding text-to-speech in 60+ languages, voice typing, and voice recording for human-centered feedback in Google Docs, Slides, Canvas SpeedGrader, or anywhere. 🌍 Multilingual Support – Instant translation and read-aloud in 50+ languages builds confidence and independence for all learners. 🧠 Personalized Learning – Picture dictionary, vocabulary mastery tools, and adaptive text prediction that help students read, write, and comprehend at their own pace. 🖍 Smart Organization – Transform highlighted content into flashcards, vocabulary lists, or Google Docs in seconds. 🔒 Admin & Teacher Controls – Toggle features, view usage analytics, and manage rosters via Classlink, Google Classroom, or CSV upload. ♿ Universal Design – Built-in support for diverse learners including dyslexic, ADHD, multilingual, and students who benefit from assistive technology - no special setup required. How to get started 1. Install the extension 2. Sign up with Google or email 3. Refresh your tab and click the Mote icon 4. Press Play on any text — or try a 5-second voice note in a Google Docs comment Perfect for: - Google Workspace for Education users - Multilingual classrooms and ELL support - Personalized and self-paced learning - Universal Design for Learning (UDL) implementation - Students who benefit from assistive technology