PDF Expert 5: Well Designed PDF Management App with Text-to-Speech

<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/hhUjUEOHR_U?rel=0" width="560"></iframe><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://thesweetsetup.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pdf-expert-ipad-icon-256.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="75" src="http://thesweetsetup.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/pdf-expert-ipad-icon-256.png" title="PDF Expert 5 Icon" width="75" /></a>PDF Expert 5 is a well designed <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CC4QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F11%2Fclaropdf-app-pdf-text-to-speech-and.html&ei=1SvDUu-2H7OgsATSpoHQDQ&usg=AFQjCNHW8KJ6dTOvV_9lysjiDJ8l7YwEGg&sig2=QADsIR73ZpzRi9CgRY1oVQ&bvm=bv.58187178,d.cWc">PDF</a> management app for the <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F08%2Finspiration-maps-for-ipad-mind-mapping.html&ei=8SvDUrT-PMzKsQSU6YDYDQ&usg=AFQjCNEtGo-Cx-xQDAmSaPVmzzOW3_anPw&sig2=_RIkG1GcZSPaT-MG163-pw&bvm=bv.58187178,d.cWc">iPad</a>. The app includes many useful features that allow you to read, edit, and annotate PDF documents easily. Unlike some other feature -rich apps, PDF Expert 5 does not feel cultured. The elegant design makes the app easy to use. PDF Expert is an assistive app because of its <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fhave-you-ever-wondered-how-text-to.html&ei=SizDUrPCI43lsASquoCYDQ&usg=AFQjCNGSgCAsv7qFtTJQLv7hwyWUVm1fFg&sig2=FQZnaryAA4yPQYMyKfC_Xw&bvm=bv.58187178,d.cWc">text-to-speech</a> integration with the added benefit of extra features.<br /><br />One caveat, while the app is good for non-disabled and dyslexic users, I would not recommend the app for <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CD8QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F10%2Fios-6-voiceover-compatiblity-with-maps.html&ei=CCzDUoWZCOjLsQSE84LADA&usg=AFQjCNEJy3pGsCo9ogZPfPGd_al3jPC07A&sig2=2DnbkHBHEOLIJBo14aqhAA&bvm=bv.58187178,d.cWc">VoiceOver</a> users because of some <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CD8QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F10%2Fios-6-voiceover-compatiblity-with-maps.html&ei=CCzDUoWZCOjLsQSE84LADA&usg=AFQjCNEJy3pGsCo9ogZPfPGd_al3jPC07A&sig2=2DnbkHBHEOLIJBo14aqhAA&bvm=bv.58187178,d.cWc">VoiceOver</a> problems I have found. <a href="http://readdle.com/">Readdle</a>, the maker of the app, should work on fixing these VoiceOver problems so blind and visually impaired can also benefit from the app. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">PDF files can be imported from numerous cloud storage services including Google Drive, Drop Box and SkyDrive or using the "open-in" feature of many other <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fnew-in-ios-7-system-wide-large-type.html&ei=NizDUrLhNZHFsASG8YDIDA&usg=AFQjCNEYLdvoU1YWeueHQsssEJrSHJsJoQ&sig2=WTo9r3W6h-q5wKDmmxc_xQ&bvm=bv.58187178,d.cWc">iOS apps</a>. You can also view other file types, but the built in text-to-speech reader is only available for PDF documents. Files can be organized into folders or dragged and dropped into different sections.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">PDF Expert's <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fhave-you-ever-wondered-how-text-to.html&ei=SizDUrPCI43lsASquoCYDQ&usg=AFQjCNGSgCAsv7qFtTJQLv7hwyWUVm1fFg&sig2=FQZnaryAA4yPQYMyKfC_Xw&bvm=bv.58187178,d.cWc">text-to-speech</a> function works with any PDF with digital text. It does not work with PDF documents that have text within images. To read a compatible PDF, turn on text-to-speech in the reading mode menu and then press play. You can start reading at the middle or end of a page by highlighting a word and pressing "read from here." Text is read with the default iOS voice that many may recognize as the voice of Siri. Unfortunately, you cannot purchase additional higher quality voices. The app also requires you to re-enable <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fhave-you-ever-wondered-how-text-to.html&ei=SizDUrPCI43lsASquoCYDQ&usg=AFQjCNGSgCAsv7qFtTJQLv7hwyWUVm1fFg&sig2=FQZnaryAA4yPQYMyKfC_Xw&bvm=bv.58187178,d.cWc">text-to-speech</a> every time you switch PDF documents. This is inconvenient if you switch are between PDF documents quickly.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Click read more below to continue reading about PDF Expert.</div><div style="text-align: left;"></div><a name="more"></a><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Viewing a PDF document is also a breeze. PDF Expert includes a quick scrolling mode and thumb nail view to allow you to easily navigate large PDFs. You can also change the background to sepia or night for easier viewing.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://cdn1.appleinsider.com/1203-appupdates-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="192" src="http://cdn1.appleinsider.com/1203-appupdates-1.jpg" title="screenshots of PDF Expert 5" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://readdle.com/design/blank.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://readdle.com/design/blank.gif" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;">Aside from the <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fhave-you-ever-wondered-how-text-to.html&ei=SizDUrPCI43lsASquoCYDQ&usg=AFQjCNGSgCAsv7qFtTJQLv7hwyWUVm1fFg&sig2=FQZnaryAA4yPQYMyKfC_Xw&bvm=bv.58187178,d.cWc">text-to-speech</a> features PDF Expert includes a number of editing and annotation features. Annotation options include highlighting, underlining, shapes, strike-through, stamps, signatures, and text. These annotation options are intuitive to use and you can easily can the color of highlights and other annotations. If you would like to add text to a PDF document you do not need to worry about overlapping any original text because the app automatically wraps your text so it will not overlap. Unfortunately, the app will not read your text annotations back to you using the built in reader, but you can always use the built in <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F10%2Fhow-to-use-ios-6-speak-selection-with.html&ei=6rfJUvjaO-3gsASYqoK4DQ&usg=AFQjCNE9ReTFISWFDS6P8UzZHmWGp8zHhw&sig2=X3cNUhJNRScKf3Us1haq3Q&bvm=bv.58187178,d.cWc">Speak Selection</a> feature.  </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">PDF Expert also includes a review mode which allows you to edit and markup existing PDF documents. To learn more about this feature see the below video.</div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">With PDF Expert's easy to use annotation and editing features and its built in text-to-speech reader PDF Reader is an ideal app for any iPad user who wants increase productivity. PDF Expert 5 is compatible with iPads running iOS 6 or higher and is <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pdf-expert-5-fill-forms-annotate/id743974925?mt=8">available for $9.99 in the App Store</a>.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="281" mozallowfullscreen="" src="//player.vimeo.com/video/80870248" webkitallowfullscreen="" width="500"></iframe><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://a1.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple6/v4/8a/ba/0e/8aba0e33-4a8c-71a5-eb75-2eb1f3fceb49/screen480x480.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://a1.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple6/v4/8a/ba/0e/8aba0e33-4a8c-71a5-eb75-2eb1f3fceb49/screen480x480.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://a1.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple4/v4/2e/0d/56/2e0d5690-b92c-ca92-8c5c-e24feacf330c/screen480x480.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://a1.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple4/v4/2e/0d/56/2e0d5690-b92c-ca92-8c5c-e24feacf330c/screen480x480.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://a3.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple4/v4/78/12/8c/78128ca3-51a8-badf-b56c-1fbe39037cfe/screen480x480.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://a3.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple4/v4/78/12/8c/78128ca3-51a8-badf-b56c-1fbe39037cfe/screen480x480.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://a3.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple4/v4/78/12/8c/78128ca3-51a8-badf-b56c-1fbe39037cfe/screen480x480.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://a3.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple4/v4/78/12/8c/78128ca3-51a8-badf-b56c-1fbe39037cfe/screen480x480.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://a1.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple4/v4/a4/a2/c9/a4a2c905-0f09-5d76-a902-9a4bcd72cab5/screen480x480.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://a1.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple4/v4/a4/a2/c9/a4a2c905-0f09-5d76-a902-9a4bcd72cab5/screen480x480.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div></div></div>

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ClaroPDF App: PDF Text-To-Speech and Annotation (Giveaway)

<a href="http://a4.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple6/v4/02/2c/f3/022cf375-ca48-327a-f958-bebb35069071/mzl.vloqjvbn.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a> <br /><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/Ts87aUQaxL4?rel=0" width="420"></iframe><br /><br /></div><a href="http://a4.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple6/v4/02/2c/f3/022cf375-ca48-327a-f958-bebb35069071/mzl.vloqjvbn.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" height="75" src="http://a4.mzstatic.com/us/r30/Purple6/v4/02/2c/f3/022cf375-ca48-327a-f958-bebb35069071/mzl.vloqjvbn.png" title="ClaroPDF app icon" width="75" /></a><a href="http://www.claro-apps.com/ClaroPDF.html">ClaroPDF</a> is an accessible <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F11%2Fpdf-expert-review.html&ei=rseTUue2IsqssQT_3ICABw&usg=AFQjCNH5Cio6Y2DrWS2-ZnbgG4VuoT0HgQ&sig2=cMgXPKs7C3LxAszsJ4Eiug&bvm=bv.56988011,d.cWc">PDF</a> reader with many annotation options. The app uses text-to-speech to read any text based <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2012%2F11%2Fpdf-expert-review.html&ei=rseTUue2IsqssQT_3ICABw&usg=AFQjCNH5Cio6Y2DrWS2-ZnbgG4VuoT0HgQ&sig2=cMgXPKs7C3LxAszsJ4Eiug&bvm=bv.56988011,d.cWc">PDF</a>. The app also includes numerous annotations options including highlighting, text boxes, underline, strikeout, shapes, and images. ClaroPDF includes a simple design that matches the interface of <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CC4QFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F06%2Fios-7-accessibility-overview-what-we.html&ei=nceTUt_2KtLdsATZ-oKYDA&usg=AFQjCNFtKveMynfcNpAngZ-zU9c7GrqJWg&sig2=-54d2y_0P0Be2s-NjxcWvw&bvm=bv.56988011,d.cWc">iOS 7</a>. Unfortunately, there is no full screen option that hides all controls so you can better focus on your document. To start reading a PDF you can use the open-in feature of many other apps or import a document using Dropbox. Then you can use a number of high quality <a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CCwQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fbdmtech.blogspot.com%2F2013%2F10%2Fhave-you-ever-wondered-how-text-to.html&ei=0ceTUq_rMK3lsASy9YKQCQ&usg=AFQjCNGSgCAsv7qFtTJQLv7hwyWUVm1fFg&sig2=Y2J1wPAbDkr1A7-f1mwbKg&bvm=bv.56988011,d.cWc">text-to-speech</a> voices to read the document at up to 240 words per minute. It would be nice to see the maxim speaking rate increased to around 400 word per minutes for people who are able to understand high rates of speech. To start reading the document you can just tap on a word a press the play button.<br /><br />Currently in version 1.2.6 there is a bug that causes layout issues with certain documents. The issue causes documents to not fill the entire screen.<br /><br />Besides a great interface ClaroPDF includes a wide variety of annotation options. These annotations are easy to add and manage. ClaroPDF even includes the ability to add voice notes. One option that is not included is the ability to automatically add text notes to every blank in a document. This feature would significantly speed up the process of filling out forms.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&ved=0CC4QFjAA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fitunes.apple.com%2Fus%2Fapp%2Fclaropdf-accessible-pro-pdf%2Fid633997623%3Fmt%3D8&ei=8MeTUu2eFszisAT5zYHABQ&usg=AFQjCNGS9XnfFVpDB7H4iGWZ0x0H8xZ6ow&sig2=1KcYIFGSFm66MFycXsq4zg&bvm=bv.56988011,d.cWc">ClaroPDF costs $0.99 and works on the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch</a>. Watch the video above to see ClaroPDF in action a click read more below to view screenshots of ClaroPDF in action. Click read more below for giveaway details.<br /><a name="more"></a><br /><b>Giveaway</b><br /> <span style="text-align: center;"></span><br /><blockquote class="twitter-tweet tw-align-center" lang="en"><span style="text-align: center;">RT & follow for a chance to win a promo code for ClaroPDF. iOS TTS app for PDFs. Terms apply. Check out my review <a href="http://t.co/6PJ7M1pegH">http://t.co/6PJ7M1pegH</a></span><br /><span style="text-align: center;">— Assistive Technology (@bdmtech) <a href="https://twitter.com/bdmtech/statuses/405306087022559232">November 26, 2013</a></span></blockquote><span style="text-align: center;">Retweet and follow the ClaroPDF below tweet  for a chance to win one of ten promo codes. </span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Code expires on 12/24/13</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"> and is redeemable only on the iTunes Store for the United Kingdom. Requires an iTunes account, subject to prior acceptance of license and usage terms. To open an account you must be above the age of 13 and in the United Kingdom. Compatible software and hardware, and internet access (fees may apply) required. Not for resale. Full terms apply; see </span><a href="http://www.apple.com/legal/itunes/ww/" style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">www.apple.com/legal/itunes/ww/</a><wbr style="background-color: white; color: #222222;"></wbr><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">. 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