Side Reader
Chrome extension that enables seamless reading and interaction with PDFs on ChatGPT, Claude, and DeepSeek platforms.
About Side Reader
Side Reader is a powerful Chrome extension that allows users to effortlessly read, analyze, and chat with PDFs directly within the browser. Compatible with ChatGPT, Claude, and DeepSeek, it offers features such as summarization, translation, and detailed explanations. Easily view PDFs in a sidebar and interact with AI to enhance productivity and understanding across various document types.
How to Use
Install the Chrome extension, then upload PDFs to view and interact with them alongside ChatGPT, Claude, or DeepSeek. Use AI features like summarization, translation, and explanation directly within your browser for efficient document analysis.
Features
- Customizable split-screen for optimal PDF viewing
- Smooth integration with ChatGPT, Claude, and DeepSeek
- Upload history for quick access to recent files
- Copy text directly from PDFs into input fields
- AI-powered summarization, translation, and explanations
- Capture & Ask feature for advanced interactions (Pro)
- View PDFs in the sidebar during chats
- Zoom functionality for better readability
Use Cases
- Simplifying complex technical manuals with DeepSeek
- Legal document translation within Claude
- Summarizing research papers alongside ChatGPT
Best For
Pros
- Enables summarization, translation, and detailed explanations of PDFs
- Available in free and premium versions
- No API key needed for basic use
- Integrates seamlessly with popular AI tools
- Enhances PDF reading with AI-powered features
Cons
- Limited daily uploads and file size in the free plan
- Some advanced features require Pro subscription
- Compatible only with Chrome browser
Pricing Plans
Choose the perfect plan. All plans include 24/7 support.
Free Plan
Ideal for casual users, offering basic AI assistance for PDFs. Limits include 3 PDFs daily, 10MB max file size, with features like split-screen, zoom, copy, and recent upload history (last 3).
Get StartedPro Plan
Designed for advanced users, offering increased upload limits of 50 PDFs daily, 50MB max size, and additional features like Capture & Ask, 100 recent uploads, and dedicated email support.
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