Beyond Read-Aloud: How Listen Mode Turns Any Document Into Audio
TLDR:Vois Listen Mode converts text, PDFs, EPUB, DOCX, Markdown, and web URLs into natural audio with 63 voice options, speed control, and bookmark support. It runs entirely offline, making it ideal for private documents and accessibility needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What file formats does Listen Mode support?
Listen Mode accepts plain text, PDF, EPUB, DOCX, Markdown (.md), and web URLs. It automatically extracts readable text content from each format.
Can I use Listen Mode offline?
Yes. Listen Mode runs entirely on your local machine. No internet connection is needed to convert documents to audio.
How is Listen Mode different from a screen reader?
Listen Mode uses production-quality AI voices (63 options) with natural pacing and emphasis, while most screen readers use basic TTS voices. Listen Mode also includes speed control, voice selection, bookmarks, and progress tracking.
Can Listen Mode convert web articles to audio?
Yes. Paste any URL and Listen Mode extracts the article content, strips ads and navigation, and converts just the readable text to audio.
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Vois Team
Product Team
The team behind Vois, building the future of AI voice production.
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