Sonoma State University

How to use Read&Write

An inclusive learning software designed to support individuals of all ages, learning styles, and abilities with their tasks in research, read, and write while using their existing tools such as word processors, PDF reader, and web browsers. Read&Write is available for free to all Sonoma State University’s students, staff, and faculty. Members of the SSU community with an active Seawolf account may access the software on Mac or Windows workstations at computer labs and the library on campus as well as obtaining a copy for their personal Mac or Windows computers, iPad and Android tablets. View Using Read&Write at University introduction videos for details.

  • To install Read&Write on your personal device, download app installer and follow prompts to complete installation process:
  • IMPORTANT: SSU students, staff, and faculty members do not need a serial number to activate Read&Write on their devices. Simply follow these steps:
    • Select "Sign In with SSU Google account" on Mac, Windows computers, and Android tablets or "Link SSU Google ID" on iPad
    • Enter your SSU email address, select "Next" to get redirected to SSU Online Services
    • Enter your SSU username and password, then select LOGIN

Read&Write for Mac

Read&Write for Mac Instructional Videos
This playlist has several short and easy to follow instructional videos on how to use a number of key features in Read&Write for Mac. (Closed captions available).

Read&Write for Mac Support Page
A list of instructions on how to perform specific tasks and troubleshoot techniques for Read&Write for Mac. By using simple keywords in this TextHelp's searchable database of frequently asked questions, you may find specific topics that cover from reading aloud contents in your PDF files to customizing Speech options in System Preferences.

Read&Write for Windows

Read&Write for Windows Instructional Videos
This playlist has several instructional videos on how to utilize features in Read&Write for Windows to support your workflows while studying or working. (Closed captions available).

Read&Write for Windows Support Page
Similarly, users may find a number of instructions on how to perform specific tasks or troubleshoot techniques while using Read&Write for Windows. By using simple keywords in this TextHelp's searchable database of frequently asked questions, you may find specific topics such as scanning and preparing a PDF for reading aloud to enabling the useful Screenshot Reader feature.

Read&Write for Google Chrome

Read&Write for Google Chrome Instructional Videos
This playlist has 24 instructional videos. Take a closer look at advanced features available to you via Read&Write Chrome extension. (Closed captions available).

Download and Add Read&Write Extension from Chrome Web Store

Read&Write for Google Chrome Support Page
Using simple keywords in this TextHelp's searchable database of frequently asked questions, you may find specific topics such as working with Google Docs or using the toolbar to read, highlight text, and collect sources from online articles.