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A site that aids speed reading to make it easier to learn or quickly go through the study material before class.

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Read different types of texts to improve your adaptability.

Integrate it into everyday activities
you can read news, articles or books that you would otherwise read.

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Info about what this is!

Traditional Reading Style

This is the method most people learn from childhood. Here, the eyes follow the lines of text from left to right (or in other directions for other languages), and each word is processed individually. Emphasis is placed on word recognition, sentence context, and text interpretation.


Key Features:
Sequential Principle: The eyes consistently read the words in order within the text.
Speed: The speed depends on reading skills. The average reading speed for adults is typically around 200-300 words per minute.
Recognition and Interpretation: The reader pays attention to each word, which the brain recognizes and processes to understand the meaning.
Eye Movement: The eyes make small jumps, known in technical terms as "fixation points." This means the eyes don’t move smoothly but pause and then move again.

Advantages:
Deep Understanding: Traditional reading allows for detailed and thorough interpretation.
Full Concentration on the Text: The sequence of words and syntax (grammatical structure) helps in understanding complex thoughts.
Enjoyment of the Text’s Style: The narration, rhythm, and style are fully perceptible.

Disadvantages:
Slower Reading Speed: Those aiming for faster reading often find the traditional method slow.
Easily Distracted: If the text is not interesting enough, the reader’s attention can easily wander.

Word-by-Word Replacement Method

This is a reading technique based on displaying words one after another in quick succession, usually on a screen or device. The aim of this method is to eliminate eye movements, so the reader’s eyes focus on a single spot where the words appear. One of the best-known versions of this method is "RSVP" (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation).


Key Features:
Sequential Principle: Words or phrases appear quickly one after another in a single place, enabling faster reading.
Speed: The technique allows users to significantly increase their reading speed, up to 500-1000 words per minute.
Eye Movement: The eyes remain fixed at one point, as the movement of words replaces traditional eye movements.

Advantages:
Faster Reading: The increase in reading speed allows for faster processing of large amounts of information.
No Need for Eye Movement: Since the words appear in a fixed location, the eyes don’t need to jump between lines, reducing eye strain.
Useful for Consuming Information: Very useful for quickly reading shorter texts, such as news or announcements.

Disadvantages:
Lower Comprehension: Due to the rapid word replacement, it’s harder to interpret complex texts or deeper meanings.
Fatigue: Some readers may find this method tiring, especially during prolonged use.
Not Suitable for All Types of Texts: Less suitable for reading scientific articles, literary fiction, or other deeper texts.
Reduced Experience: The style of the text, nuances, and linguistic subtleties are less noticeable.

Traditional reading offers deeper understanding and greater enjoyment, especially when reading complex texts. In contrast, the word-by-word replacement method allows for faster reading, which can be particularly useful for gathering information or processing shorter texts. Depending on the reader's goal and the type of text, it’s worth choosing the appropriate method.

Aspect Traditional Reading Style Word-by-Word Replacement Method
Speed Slower but more accurate (200-300 words/min) Faster (up to 500-1000 words/min)
Comprehension Thorough, rich in details Fast, but often more superficial
Eye Movement Yes, following lines No, single fixation point
Applicability Good for all types of texts Better for short, simple texts
Concentration Attention can easily wander Requires continuous concentration
Experience The beauty of style and text can be enjoyed The style of the text comes through less

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-Legújabb Változtatások-
2025.05.22. The timing of the words has changed, the ratio of taking word length into account increases, the speed changes more dynamically.
2025.05.21. Email address added.

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