FocusView

Dim the noise, spotlight what matters. A focus tool for readers, learners, and anyone who needs a calmer screen.

FocusView helps you cut through visual clutter by dimming everything except what you're reading. Whether you're studying, researching, or just trying to get through a long article without losing your place — FocusView keeps your eyes where they need to be. THREE FOCUS MODES Element Mode — Hover over any paragraph, image, or section to instantly spotlight it while the rest of the page dims away. Spotlight Mode — A draggable, resizable window you control. Move it around with your mouse or arrow keys. Reading Strip — A horizontal band that follows your cursor, like a ruler tracking your line. Resize with [ ] keys. EASYREAD TEXT Toggle bold-start formatting that guides your eyes through each word — helpful for ADHD, dyslexia, or anyone who wants smoother reading flow. Adjustable bold amount and font weight. CUSTOMIZABLE Dim intensity slider (30–95%) Background blur effect Five dim colors (black, midnight, warm dark, navy, forest) Strip height control Full keyboard navigation KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS Alt+F — Toggle on/off Alt+M — Cycle between modes — Adjust reading strip height Arrow keys — Nudge spotlight position Esc — Deactivate LIGHTWEIGHT & PRIVATE Only two permissions: activeTab and storage No data collection, no analytics, no accounts Works on any webpage Syncs state across all your tabs Respects your system dark/light mode If FocusView helps you, consider buying the developer a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/jdemott