Accessing Settings
Open the Preferences panel by clicking the gear icon in the top-right corner. Visual settings are organized across three tabs:- Colors - Theme selection and color mode
- Appearance - Typography and font settings
- Display - ORP options, effects, and focus markers
Colors & Themes
Rapid Reader includes several built-in themes with coordinated color palettes. Each theme sets the ORP highlight color, background, and text colors together. Select Dark or Light mode based on your environment, or choose System to automatically match your device preferences. The default dark theme uses a red highlight (#ff4444) against a black background for maximum contrast.Typography
All fonts in Rapid Reader are monospace to ensure consistent letter spacing, which is essential for accurate ORP positioning. Available fonts:- System Mono (default system font)
- SF Mono
- Monaco
- Menlo
- Consolas
- Courier New
- JetBrains Mono
- Fira Code
Font Size & Weight
Adjust the font size from 50% to 150% of the base size. Choose a font weight from Light (300), Regular (400), Medium (500), or Bold (700) depending on your preference and display.Letter Spacing
Fine-tune the letter spacing from -2px to 4px. Wider spacing can improve readability at high speeds, while tighter spacing keeps words compact.Fluid font sizing - Enable this option to have the word display scale automatically with your window size. This is especially useful if you resize your browser or switch between different monitors.
Display Options
ORP Enhancements
- Position - Choose between Default (natural ORP position) or Center (focal letter always centered)
- Glow - Add a soft glow effect behind the highlighted letter for emphasis
Word Fade Effect
Enable word fade to have words smoothly fade in and out during playback. This creates a gentler visual transition between words and can reduce eye fatigue at higher speeds. Adjust the fade duration from 50ms to 300ms.Focus Markers
Visual guides help your eye find the focal point. Choose from three styles:| Style | Appearance |
|---|---|
| Lines | Vertical gradient lines above and below the ORP |
| Arrows | Triangular arrows pointing to the focal point |
| Brackets | Horizontal brackets framing the ORP position |