speedread is a simple terminal-based open source Spritz-alike.
This command line filter shows input text as a per-word RSVP (rapid serial visual presentation) aligned on optimal reading points. This kind of input mode allows reading text at a much more rapid pace than usual as the eye can stay fixed on a single place.
The software lets you change the words per minute with the -w flag. There is limited interactive support. You can slow down the text display by 10% by pressing the [ key, and you can speed up the text display by 10% with the ] key.
speedread can join short words together if you specify the -m switch.
speedread is a script written in Perl.
Website: github.com/pasky/speedread
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Developer: Petr Baudis
License: MIT License
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