What is Side Reader?
Side Reader is a Chrome extension that revolutionizes PDF reading by integrating with AI chatbots like ChatGPT, Claude, and DeepSeek. It enables users to read documents and engage in AI-powered conversations about their content, enhancing research, learning, and productivity.
How to use Side Reader?
Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store. Open any PDF in Chrome, and Side Reader automatically activates. Use the sidebar to access AI summaries, chat with AI about document content, highlight text, and navigate through complex PDFs seamlessly.
Core features of Side Reader?
- Real-time AI-driven summarization of PDF content
- Direct in-document chat with multiple AI assistants
- Intuitive navigation tools for complex documents
- Seamless integration with leading AI chatbot services
- Enhanced productivity features for research and learning

