Reading Mask

The Reading Mask feature is a focus aid that helps the user to focus on the desired content on the page during navigation, helping the user not to divert attention to the rest of the content.

Using the feature

When activated, a horizontal rectangle is displayed on the screen. All content outside the rectangle is darkened, highlighting only the content inside the rectangle. The focus area of the mask is adjusted by clicking the feature button, the user can choose between three size options, Small, Medium and Large.

In the image below, you can see the button corresponding to the feature:

Reading Mask Buttons

Usability of the Reading Mask 

Usability varies depending on mobile and large screen usage.

• On mobile devices, the user moves the mask up and down by touching the screen on the height selection button and positioning the mask.
• On desktops, the user moves the mask using the mouse cursor.

See the example in the image below:

Medium Size Reading Mask on Mobile