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Tutorial Overview

This hands-on tutorial will guide you through importing various types of content into MyLang Reader. By the end, you’ll be comfortable importing articles, documents, videos, and text for your language learning journey.

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What You’ll Learn

Import Methods

Master all five ways to add content to MyLang Reader

Best Practices

Learn to choose and prepare content for optimal learning

Troubleshooting

Handle common import issues with confidence

Organization

Set up effective content organization from the start

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Tutorial 1: Import a News Article

Let’s start with the most common import method - web articles.

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Step-by-Step Process

1

Find a Suitable Article

Choose your first article:
  • Visit a news website in your target language
  • Look for articles 300-800 words long
  • Pick a topic you’re interested in
  • Recommended sites: BBC, El País (Spanish), Le Monde (French), Deutsche Welle (German)
2

Copy the Article URL

Get the web address:
  • Click in your browser’s address bar
  • Copy the full URL (Ctrl+C or Cmd+C)
  • Make sure it’s the article page, not the homepage
3

Open MyLang Reader Import

Access the import function:
  • Go to www.mylangreader.com
  • Look for the + Import button (usually floating or in toolbar)
  • Click “Import from URL”
4

Import the Article

Complete the import:
  • Paste your URL in the text field
  • The system will auto-detect the language (verify it’s correct)
  • Click “Import” and wait 10-30 seconds
  • Your article will appear in the reader interface

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What to Expect

  • Processing Time
  • Content Quality
  • Simple articles: 10-20 seconds
  • Complex pages: 30-60 seconds
  • Very large articles: Up to 2 minutes
  • Failed imports: Try a different URL or report the issue
Try this now: Import your first article following these steps. Don’t worry about choosing the “perfect” article - practice with any interesting content you find.

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Tutorial 2: Upload a Document

Now let’s try uploading a file from your computer.

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Preparation

Good options for practice:
  • Short story or chapter (PDF or ePub)
  • Academic paper in your field
  • Business document or report
  • Personal document you want to read
File requirements:
  • PDF, ePub, .docx, or .txt format
  • Under 50MB (25MB for ePub)
  • Text-based rather than scanned images
For best results:
  • Use text-based PDFs rather than scanned documents
  • Ensure good image quality if using scanned PDFs
  • Remove excessive headers/footers if possible
  • Keep files under size limits

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Upload Process

1

Access File Upload

In MyLang Reader:
  • Click the + Import button
  • Select “Upload File”
  • You’ll see a file browser dialog
2

Select Your File

Choose your document:
  • Browse to your document location
  • Select the file you want to import
  • Click “Open” or “Choose”
3

Set Language

Verify detection:
  • System will try to detect the source language
  • Manually select if detection is wrong
  • Choose your target language for translations
4

Process and Import

Wait for processing:
  • Text extraction begins automatically
  • Processing time varies by file size and complexity
  • Document appears in reader when complete

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Common File Types

  • PDF Files
  • ePub Books
  • Word Documents
Best practices:
  • Text-based PDFs work best
  • Scanned PDFs use OCR (may have errors)
  • Academic papers usually import well
  • Complex layouts may need cleanup

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Tutorial 3: Import YouTube Video

Learn to transform video content into reading practice.

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Finding Suitable Videos

Educational Content

TED Talks, documentaries, tutorials with clear speech

News Programs

News broadcasts, interviews, cultural programs

Language Learning

Content designed for language learners

Entertainment

Shows, movies, or series with good subtitles

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Import Process

1

Find a YouTube Video

Select appropriate content:
  • Choose videos 5-20 minutes long for learning
  • Ensure subtitles are available (auto or manual)
  • Pick clear speech without background music
  • Educational content often works best
2

Copy Video URL

Get the link:
  • Copy the URL from your browser address bar
  • Or use YouTube’s “Share” button and copy link
  • Full URL or youtu.be short links both work
3

Import the Video

In MyLang Reader:
  • Click + Import → “Import from URL”
  • Paste the YouTube URL
  • Select subtitle language (often auto-detected)
  • Click “Import”
4

Enjoy Video Integration

Special features:
  • Text synchronized with video playback
  • Click text to jump to that moment
  • Word translations include video context
  • Practice vocabulary from video content

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Video Requirements

Subtitle Requirement: YouTube videos must have subtitles (auto-generated or manual) to import successfully.
  • Manual subtitles: Most accurate, created by humans
  • Auto-generated: YouTube’s automatic captions
  • Premium enhancement: Better subtitle processing for Premium users
  • Multiple languages: Choose the language you want to learn from
  • Clear speech: Avoid heavy accents or rapid speech initially
  • Educational content: Usually has better subtitles
  • Appropriate length: 5-20 minutes ideal for language learning
  • Good audio: Minimal background noise or music

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Tutorial 4: Paste Text Directly

Sometimes you just want to import text directly.

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When to Use Text Import

  • Quick Content
  • Specific Passages
  • Emails or messages you want to study
  • Social media posts or comments
  • Text copied from various sources
  • Personal notes or writing practice

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Text Import Process

1

Copy Your Text

From any source:
  • Select text with mouse or touch
  • Copy with Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac)
  • Can be from emails, websites, documents, etc.
2

Open Text Import

In MyLang Reader:
  • Click + Import button
  • Choose “Paste Text” option
  • Text input area will appear
3

Add Your Content

Paste and organize:
  • Paste text with Ctrl+V or Cmd+V
  • Add a descriptive title
  • Select source language
  • Choose target language for translations
4

Import and Read

Complete the process:
  • Click “Import” to process
  • Text appears immediately in reader
  • Start learning with word-clicking features

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Text Formatting Tips

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Tutorial 5: Browse News Feed

Discover fresh content from international sources.

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Accessing the News Feed

1

Navigate to News

Find the News section:
  • Look for “News” in the main navigation
  • Click to access the news feed interface
  • Browse available articles from multiple sources
2

Filter Content

Customize your feed:
  • Select your target language from dropdown
  • Choose categories (politics, sports, culture, etc.)
  • Filter by news source if you have preferences
3

Select Articles

Choose interesting content:
  • Read headlines and excerpts
  • Check article length and source
  • Look for topics you care about
4

One-Click Import

Seamless integration:
  • Click any article to automatically import
  • Article opens directly in reader
  • Source language automatically detected
  • Start reading immediately

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News Feed Features

Multiple Languages

International sources in 20+ languages

Fresh Content

Updated throughout the day with new articles

Diverse Topics

Politics, culture, science, sports, and more

Quality Sources

Reputable publications and news agencies

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Organization and Management

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Setting Up Your Library

Use descriptive titles:
  • Include source and topic: “BBC - Climate Change Report”
  • Add difficulty level: “(Easy) El País - Sports News”
  • Include date for news: “2024-03-15 - Le Monde Politics”
  • Personal tags: “[Business] Financial Times Article”
Strategic import decisions:
  • Mix easy and challenging content
  • Balance different topics and sources
  • Plan progressive difficulty increases
  • Consider your learning goals
For free users (100 item limit):
  • Regularly review and delete completed content
  • Export important content before deletion
  • Focus on content you’ll actually read
  • Consider upgrading for unlimited storage

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Troubleshooting Common Issues

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Import Problems and Solutions

  • URL Import Fails
  • File Upload Issues
  • Language Detection Wrong
Common causes and fixes:
  • Paywall content: Try free articles or different sources
  • Complex websites: Look for “reader mode” or simplified URLs
  • Redirect issues: Use the final destination URL
  • Temporary failures: Wait and try again later

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Best Practices Summary

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Content Selection Strategy

1

Start with Your Level

Choose content where you understand 70-80% of words
2

Follow Your Interests

Import topics you genuinely care about for better engagement
3

Vary Your Sources

Mix different content types and difficulty levels
4

Plan Progressive Difficulty

Gradually increase complexity as you improve

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Efficient Import Workflow

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Practice Exercises

Try these exercises to master content importing:

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Exercise 1: Multi-Source Import

  1. Import a news article from a website
  2. Upload a PDF document
  3. Import a YouTube video
  4. Paste some text directly
  5. Compare how each type appears in your library

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Exercise 2: Language Comparison

  1. Find the same news story in two different languages
  2. Import both versions
  3. Compare vocabulary and writing styles
  4. Practice switching between versions

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Exercise 3: Progressive Difficulty

  1. Import 3 articles of increasing difficulty
  2. Start with simpler content
  3. Progress to more complex material
  4. Note vocabulary overlap and new challenges

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Next Steps

Reader Tutorial

Learn to effectively use the reading interface

Vocabulary Building

Master vocabulary tracking and learning
Import capabilities are continuously expanding. Master these basics, then explore new features as they’re added to MyLang Reader.