> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.mylangreader.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction

> Welcome to MyLang Reader, the immersive system to learn ANY language easily!

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## Welcome to MyLang Reader

MyLang Reader is a language learning platform that transforms your favorite content into language learning excellence! The site packs all of the tools you need to build your vocabulary, improve comprehension, and achieve fluency naturally through the comprehensible input method.

## What is MyLang Reader?

MyLang Reader is a cross-platform web application that allows you to:

* **Import any content**: Articles, PDFs, ePubs, Word documents, YouTube videos, and plain text
* **Read with smart assistance**: Click any word for instant translations, definitions, and context
* **Build vocabulary naturally**: Automatically track words by familiarity level with color-coded highlighting, save words, and save phrases.
* **Practice with flashcards**: Spaced repetition system for long-term retention, build your own custom decks, or download from community deck sharing.
* **Track your progress**: Monitor your learning journey with detailed analytics

## Key Features

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  <Card title="Reader" icon="book-open" href="/features/reader">
    Click any word for instant translations, definitions, and context. Words are highlighted by familiarity level.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Vocabulary Builder" icon="brain" href="/features/vocabulary">
    Automatically track and organize words by familiarity. Build custom vocabulary lists with ease.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Spaced Repetition" icon="cards-blank" href="/features/practice">
    Practice with intelligent flashcards that adapt to your learning pace and retention.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Content Library" icon="building-columns" href="/features/library">
    Save and organize all your imported content.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Vocabulary Packs" icon="list" href="/features/vocabulary-packs">
    Create word packs, download others, or share with the world.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Feed" icon="rss" href="/features/news">
    Access built in and custom RSS feeds for content discovery
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## How It Works

<Steps>
  <Step title="DISCOVER: Import Content">
    Start by importing any content: paste a URL, upload a file, or select from our RSS news feed. MyLang Reader supports articles, PDFs, ePubs, Word documents, and YouTube videos.
  </Step>

  <Step title="ENCOUNTER: Read, Watch, & Learn">
    Click on any word to see translations, definitions, and usage examples. Words are automatically highlighted based on your familiarity level. Engage with Dual Reader mode to read both languages side by side, or Audiobook mode to hear the entire text in high quality.
  </Step>

  <Step title="ENGAGE: Build Vocabulary">
    Mark words as learned, studying, or difficult. MyLang Reader tracks your progress and highlights known words in future content. You'll never feel lost, being able to understand everything without leaving the app.
  </Step>

  <Step title="RETAIN: Practice & Master">
    Use spaced repetition flashcards to practice vocabulary. The system adapts to your performance for optimal retention using top of the line algorithms. Track your progress with the Known words and statistics dashboards.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Supported Languages

MyLang Reader supports over 150 languages for both source and target languages, including:

* **European**: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, and more
* **Asian**: Chinese (Simplified/Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian
* **Middle Eastern**: Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, Turkish
* **Slavic**: Russian, Polish, Czech, Ukrainian, Croatian, Serbian, Macedonian.
* **And many more**: See the full list in our [language support guide](/help/languages)

## Free vs Premium

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Free Plan">
    * Unlimited content import and reading
    * Unlimited word clicks, translations and definitions
    * Unlimited vocabulary tracking and highlighting
    * Unlimited flashcard practice
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Premium Plan">
    * Everything in Free plan
    * **Unlimited** full-text translations
    * **Unlimited** dual reader mode
    * **Unlimited** audiobook mode
    * **Unlimited** library storage
    * Access to graded readers
    * Enhanced YouTube subtitle processing and dual subtitles
    * Priority support
  </Tab>
</Tabs>

## Getting Started

Ready to start your language learning journey? Choose your path:

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  <Card title="Quick Start Guide" icon="rocket" href="/quickstart">
    Get up and running with MyLang Reader in 5 minutes
  </Card>
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## Need Help?

* **Documentation**: Browse our comprehensive guides and tutorials
* **Support**: Contact us at [contact@mylangreader.com](mailto:contact@mylangreader.com)

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<Note>
  MyLang Reader is continuously improving. We add new features and supported languages regularly based on user feedback.
</Note>