
UD Browser
Universal Design eBook Reader
Free
UD Browser is an e-book reading application developed based on universal design principles, with a strong focus on enhancing reading accessibility. This application allows users to switch between fixed layouts (PDF) and reflow layouts (HTML), while supporting a wide range of e-book formats, including EPUB and DAISY. Designed for comfortable use by anyone, it features an OCR function, zoom display, keyboard navigation, dictionary search, and text-to-speech capabilities.
The intuitive, easy-to-navigate menus and text selection functions ensure that individuals with low vision can confidently use the app. Additionally, the OCR and file conversion functions enable quick digitization of paper documents. Ideal for use in educational settings, workplaces, and at home, this app is a powerful tool for supporting learning and information sharing.
This application was developed under contract with the Yasushi Nakano Laboratory at Keio University and was completed with research funding from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) and the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) (Grant Numbers: 16H02072, 19H00623, 22H00081).
Application Features
- Easy-to-use interface with large, readable menus
- Dictionary search and text-to-speech functionality
- Page jump feature for quick navigation
- Support for keyboard operations
- Reflow display that maintains readability when text is enlarged
- Conversion functionality for text files, Word files, and PDF files
- OCR functionality for digitizing paper documents
- Compatibility with EPUB and DAISY file formats
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・Added a sample textbook.
The developer, Climb App, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Linked to You
The following data may be collected but it is not linked to your identity:
- Identifiers
- Usage Data
- Diagnostics
Accessibility
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Information
- Provider
- Climb App
- Size
- 153.6 MB
- Category
- Education
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 14.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 14.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 14.0 or later. - iPod touch
Requires iOS 14.0 or later.
- Languages
English and 4 more
- English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © Yasushi Nakano Laboratory, Keio University