Parse - Speed Reader

Parse is a Raycast extension that lets you speed read any copied text using RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) technique.

Features

• Speed Reading: Read text at 300-700 WPM using RSVP technique
• Clipboard Integration: Automatically detects copied text
• Visual Focus: Highlights the Optimal Recognition Point (ORP) for faster reading
• Progress Tracking: Visual progress bar shows reading position
• Customizable Speed: Adjust reading speed on the fly
• Keyboard Controls: Play/pause with spacebar, navigate with shortcuts

How to Use

1. Copy any text to your clipboard
2. Open Parse from Raycast
3. Text automatically starts playing at your preferred speed
4. Press Space to pause/play
5. Adjust WPM using the ⌘P dropdown

Keyboard Shortcuts

• Space - Play/Pause
• ⌘ + P - Change WPM
• ⌘ + C - Copy text
• ⌘ + D - Delete item

Demo

Notes

• Based on this tweet from Oliur
• Ping @traf with any ideas/feedback