How to use the Hanzi Reader
1. Enter a Title & Script – Type a filename into “Title” and paste your Chinese text into the “Content to read” box.
2. Annotate – Click Submit. The tool will automatically break your text into lines, add tone marks (pinyin), and display it in the reader.
3. Toggle Pinyin – Use the switch at top-right to show or hide pinyin inline.
4. Playback Controls – Choose a voice and speed from the dropdown/number input, then click the ▶️ button next to any line to hear it aloud. (Note: Google option is the best).
5. Save & Reopen – Your scripts are stored in your browser’s local storage and listed on the left. Click a filename to reload it for further editing or playback.
6. Copy or Share – Use the Copy button to grab the original text, or Share to generate a link you can send to anyone (they’ll see and save the same file).


All data is stored either on your browser or in the share url. No data is shared with our servers or anywhere else.