Getting started

Turn a photo into a reading

Take or choose a photo, extract its words, and keep a comfortable reading in your library.

For iPhone & iPad · App version 1.0 · Updated

Start with a page, a notice, study notes, or a screenshot. Read it extracts the text; Explain it helps you understand the meaning. You can try the built-in sample before buying a membership.

  1. Choose your photo

    From the home screen, tap the camera icon to take a photo, or the photo icon to choose one from Photos. The camera may ask for permission the first time. Use a clear photo with the words facing the camera.

  2. Choose Read it

    In New reading, check the photo and select Read it. Then tap Read photo. Choosing a photo alone does not send it to the AI service.

  3. Review the sharing permission

    The first time, the app asks to share photos with OpenAI for processing. Read the explanation and choose Allow & send photo to continue, or Not now to return to your photo. An active membership and an internet connection are needed.

  4. Read, listen, and come back later

    The result opens in Reading Mode and is saved in your library. Tap Listen to hear it, or the Aa control to adjust its appearance. Use the original-photo button to compare the extracted text with your photo.

Start small

One well-lit page at a time works best. AI can misread words, handwriting, and equations, so check anything important against the original.

Still need a hand?

Email hello@coffeeandfun.com. Include your app version and any error reference. Please leave out private photos, passwords, and payment details.