Google has added a new feature to Android called Select to Speak. This tool lets users highlight text on any screen and hear it read aloud. It works across apps, websites, and messages without needing extra software. People can now listen to content instead of reading it, which helps those with visual challenges or reading difficulties.
(Google’s Select to Speak Highlights Text Aloud on Any Android Screen.)
The feature is built into Android’s accessibility settings. Users turn it on once, then tap the Select to Speak button whenever they need it. They drag over any text they want to hear, and the phone speaks it clearly. The voice speed and pitch can be adjusted to suit personal preference. It supports many languages and works offline after initial setup.
Select to Speak uses Google’s speech technology. This ensures natural-sounding voices and accurate pronunciation. It reads everything from news articles to chat messages. Even text inside images can be spoken if the app supports it. The tool respects user privacy. All processing happens on the device. No data is sent to the cloud unless the user chooses to.
Google designed this feature to make Android more inclusive. It gives people more ways to interact with their devices. Reading long documents or small print becomes easier. Students, older adults, and people learning new languages may find it especially useful. The feature is available now on all Android devices running version 8.0 or higher.
(Google’s Select to Speak Highlights Text Aloud on Any Android Screen.)
Updates to the feature will come through Google Play system updates. This means users get improvements without waiting for full OS upgrades. Google continues to refine its accessibility tools based on real user feedback. Select to Speak joins other features like TalkBack and Live Transcribe in making Android work better for everyone.