Accessibility listening tips
Settings and workflows for lectures, long files, and screen-off listening.
Speechdash is built for listening to files you already have. These settings help you finish lectures, meetings, and long documents by ear.
Eco mode
- Runs in your browser
- Unlimited listening
- No credits used
Cloud mode
- Server-generated audio
- ~1 credit / minute
- Works on more devices
Listen instead of read
- Eco mode: unlimited free listening on desktop browsers
- Sentence highlight: follow along one sentence at a time
- Click to jump: replay confusing sections without scrolling hunt
Reduce cognitive load
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| 0.5× speed | More time to process dense material |
| Skip sentences | Hide repeated instructions, ads, or repeated headers |
| Document outline | Jump by section without reading the full page |
| Natural version | Smoother phrasing for ear-first comprehension |
Hands and eyes free
- MP3 export for walks, transit, or screen-off listening
- Voice input in Ask questions when typing is hard
- Assistant speak-aloud so answers are heard, not read
Visual comfort
- Light, airy reader layout with minimal playback chrome
- Skip markers in the left gutter (text does not shift)
- No flashing or aggressive animations during playback
Reduced pricing
If cost is a barrier, apply for the student discount (trust-based, ~50% off Unlimited and packs after approval).