OpenArticle What's new

For desktop Chrome

The article, front and centre.

Open supported Medium articles in a focused reader overlay, with dark mode and a quick way back to the page.

Free to use on supported Medium article layouts.

OpenArticle focused reader view on a supported Medium article page
The OpenArticle reader overlay on a supported article page.

Reading, simplified

Just the controls you need to stay with the story.

A focused reader

Open supported Medium articles in a clear overlay with less visual clutter.

Dark mode

The reader follows your system theme for comfortable reading.

Quick to close

Press ESC to return to the article page when you are done.

Start reading in three steps

1

Add OpenArticle

Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store on desktop Chrome.

2

Open a Medium article

Visit a supported Medium article or publication page.

3

Read with less clutter

Use the OpenArticle button to open its focused reader overlay.

Made for Medium articles

OpenArticle is designed for desktop Chrome and supported Medium article layouts. Medium can change its page structure, so support may vary by article.

  • Desktop Chrome
  • Supported Medium layouts
  • Reader overlay
  • ESC to close

Ready for a clearer read?

Add OpenArticle to Chrome, or read the latest update before you start.

Need help or want to support development?

Visit OpenArticle support