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When Will Immersive Reader Be Available in OneNote for Android?
Question details
The user is inquiring about the release date or availability of the Immersive Reader feature within the Microsoft OneNote application for Android devices.
- Product
- Microsoft OneNote
- Device & OS
- Android
- Scenario
- Attempting to use accessibility and reading comprehension tools while viewing notebook content on a mobile device.
- Observed behavior
- The Immersive Reader feature is currently missing from the OneNote Android app, despite being available on Windows 10 and web platforms.
Check the Google Play Store to ensure your OneNote app is updated to the latest version, as Microsoft frequently rolls out new accessibility features to its mobile applications.
Use OneNote for the Web as a Workaround
Since Immersive Reader is not yet supported natively in the Android app, you can access your notes via a mobile web browser to use the feature.
Microsoft fully supports Immersive Reader in OneNote for the web. By logging into your Microsoft account through a mobile browser, you can utilize the feature without needing a PC.
Launch Chrome, Edge, or your preferred web browser on your Android device.
Go to onenote.com and sign in with the Microsoft account associated with your notebooks.
Open your desired notebook, tap on the 'View' tab in the top ribbon menu, and select 'Immersive Reader'.
Utilize Native Android Accessibility Features
You can use Android's built-in text-to-speech tools to read your OneNote text aloud as an alternative to Immersive Reader.
Access OneNote on a Supported Platform
Sync your notebooks and open them on a Windows or Mac device to access the full Immersive Reader functionality.
Try WPS Office for a Feature-Rich Mobile Experience
While waiting for Microsoft to update OneNote for Android with Immersive Reader, consider WPS Office. It is a lightweight, free alternative that offers excellent compatibility with Microsoft formats, a familiar interface, and powerful document reading features directly on your mobile device.
- 1. Install WPS Office: Download and install WPS Office for free from the Google Play Store.
- 2. Open Your Documents: Import your note documents, Word files, or PDFs directly into the WPS Office app.
- 3. Enable Reading Features: Tap 'Tools' at the bottom of the screen, select the 'View' tab, and tap 'Mobile View' for better text reflow, or use 'Audio Reading' to hear your text read aloud.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which platforms currently support Immersive Reader in OneNote?
Immersive Reader is officially supported in OneNote for Windows 10, OneNote for the web, OneNote for Mac, and OneNote for iPad. It is also available in Word for the web and Outlook Online.
What features are included in Microsoft's Immersive Reader?
Immersive Reader includes text decoding solutions, read-aloud functionality with adjustable speed, translation tools, a picture dictionary, and adjustable text spacing to improve reading comprehension.
How can I request Microsoft to add Immersive Reader to Android?
You can submit feature requests or upvote existing ideas in the Microsoft Feedback Community portal. Searching for 'Immersive Reader Android' will show active discussions you can contribute to, which helps Microsoft prioritize updates.
