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Overview

MyLang Reader supports importing content from multiple sources to create your personalized reading library. This guide covers all import methods and best practices.

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Import Methods

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1. Web Articles and URLs

Import any web article by URL for instant reading:
1

Copy the URL

Copy the full URL of any article, blog post, or web page
2

Open Import Dialog

Click the + Import button in MyLang Reader
3

Select URL Import

Choose “Import from URL” option
4

Paste and Import

Paste the URL and click “Import”
Supported Sites: Most news sites, blogs, Wikipedia, Medium, Substack, and more.
Some sites with paywalls or heavy JavaScript may not import correctly. We’re continuously improving compatibility.

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2. File Upload

Upload documents directly from your device:

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Supported File Types

  • PDF Files
  • ePub Books
  • Word Documents
  • Text Files
  • Best for: Articles, research papers, books
  • Text extraction: Automatic OCR for scanned PDFs
  • Languages: All supported languages
  • Max size: 50MB

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Upload Process

1

Choose File Upload

Click + Import → “Upload File”
2

Select File

Browse and select your file from device storage
3

Set Language

Choose the source language (auto-detected when possible)
4

Process File

Wait for text extraction and processing (30 seconds - 3 minutes)

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3. YouTube Videos

Transform YouTube videos into readable transcripts:
YouTube import requires videos to have subtitles (auto-generated or manual). Premium users get enhanced subtitle processing.
1

Copy YouTube URL

Copy the full YouTube video URL
2

Import Video

Click + Import → “Import from URL” and paste the YouTube URL
3

Select Subtitle Language

Choose the subtitle language you want to learn from
4

Process Subtitles

Wait for subtitle extraction and processing
Features:
  • Synchronized text highlighting with video playback
  • Word-by-word translations in subtitle context
  • Ability to practice vocabulary from video content

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4. Plain Text Import

For quick text input without files:
1

Copy Your Text

Copy text from any source (emails, messages, documents)
2

Open Text Import

Click + Import → “Paste Text”
3

Paste Content

Paste your text into the text area
4

Set Language and Title

Choose source language and add a title for organization

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5. News Feed Integration

Browse and import from curated news sources:
1

Access News Feed

Go to the News section in navigation
2

Filter Content

Filter by language, category, or source
3

Select Article

Click any article to automatically import it
4

Start Reading

Article opens directly in the reader

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Import Best Practices

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Content Selection

Choose Appropriate Level

Start with content where you understand 70-80% of words for optimal learning

Variety is Key

Mix different content types: news, stories, academic texts for diverse vocabulary

Regular Updates

Import fresh content regularly to maintain engagement and learn current language

Quality Over Quantity

Better to deeply study fewer articles than skim many

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Technical Tips

  • Use text-based PDFs rather than scanned images when possible
  • Ensure good image quality for scanned documents
  • Single-column layouts work better than multi-column
  • Remove excessive headers/footers if possible
  • Use direct article URLs rather than homepage links
  • Avoid URLs with redirects or tracking parameters
  • Reader mode URLs often work better (e.g., Firefox Reader View)
  • Some sites work better with mobile URLs
  • Choose videos with clear, well-paced speech
  • Educational content often has better subtitles
  • Avoid videos with background music or noise
  • Shorter videos (5-20 minutes) are ideal for language learning

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Troubleshooting Import Issues

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Common Problems and Solutions

  • Import Fails
  • Text Not Extracting
  • Wrong Language Detected
Possible Causes:
  • URL is not accessible
  • File is corrupted or unsupported format
  • Internet connection issues
Solutions:
  • Try a different URL or file
  • Check file format and size limits
  • Refresh page and try again

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Import Limits

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Free Plan Limits

  • Files: Up to 100 saved items in library
  • Size: Individual file size limits as noted above
  • Processing: Standard processing speed

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Premium Plan Benefits

  • Unlimited library storage
  • Priority processing (faster import times)
  • Enhanced subtitle processing for YouTube
  • Bulk import tools (coming soon)

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Organization Tips

After importing content, organize it effectively:

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Next Steps

Start Reading

Learn how to use the reader interface effectively

Build Vocabulary

Discover how to track and learn new words
Import capabilities are continuously expanding. Have a content type you’d like to see supported? Contact us at [email protected]