imread for reading and extracting article text

imread extracts readable article text from a web page URL. It lets you read the result in the browser or copy it as plain text or Markdown. The publisher also describes listening, translation and programmatic access through an API or MCP server.

Choose plain text or Markdown

Plain text is useful for reading a few paragraphs or pasting them into a note. The publisher says the Markdown output retains headings, lists, tables, links and code blocks. For a technical article, compare the Markdown with the source before relying on a code block or a table. If you copy a table as plain text, imread describes using tabs to keep the columns separate for a spreadsheet.

Use listening or translation when it helps

The publisher says you can begin playback from a selected paragraph and adjust voice, speed and volume. The site lists translation into ten languages. Check names and specialized terms against the source when precision matters. Its privacy information describes sending article text to outside services for listening or translation, so review that description before using those features for material with access restrictions.

Decide whether to save a reading history

Reading is available without signing in, according to the publisher. An optional Google sign-in adds saved articles and the ability to resume a reading position on another device. The site also documents keyless API and MCP access. If you are extracting text for another tool, compare a sample result with the original page before using the output in a larger workflow.