How to Set up Distill Page (Chrome Reader Mode) for Windows

Here’s a look at how to enable distill page, plus some Chrome extensions that will give you the same functionality as distill page, regardless of which type of device or operating system you use. Keep in mind that you can always use an extension to get the same functionality as distill page, regardless of which operating system you use (Windows, macOS, etc.). In some cases, you may find it easier to install an extension instead of manually updating Chrome to enable distill mode.

How to Use Distill Page (Chrome Reader Mode)

To use distill page, go to the web page you wish to read. Then, select Distill page from the top right menu. The page should display in reader mode, i.e. only text, with no unwanted elements. To go back to the original page, hit the back button. “C:\Program Files (x86)\Google\Chrome\Application\chrome.exe” –enable-dom-distiller

How to Enable Chrome Reader Mode on a Mac

If you’re a Mac user (or just prefer to use an extension), there are several extensions that will allow you to view pages in reader mode. These extensions are designed to remove distracting and unnecessary elements from a webpage, giving you a better reading experience on any device.

Reader View: Strips away distracting elements like images and buttons, and changes a webpage’s text size, contrast, and layout for better readability. Just Read: Removes ads, pop-ups, comments, and more. It also allows you to use dark and light themes (good for hard to read websites), as well as apply your own custom styling to web pages. DOM Distiller Reading Mode: Removes things like images, sidebars, pop-ups, and other distracting elements from a webpage.