Balabolka

Free Balabolka for Windows

The name Balabolka, a Russian word meaning "chatterer," represents a free text-to-speech (TTS) utility for Windows. Built on the Microsoft Speech Platform, it supports multiple languages, including English, Portuguese, Russian, and more.

This TTS application leverages all computer voices installed on your system to read on-screen text aloud and save it as an audio file. It supports various text formats, such as AZW3, DOCX, EPUB, HTML, and others. The output audio can be saved as an LRC file or embedded as an MP3 tag within the audio file. Another free TTS alternative worth exploring is Free Voice To Text.

What is Balabolka?

Balabolka is a screen-reading software that utilizes voices installed on your computer to vocalize text displayed on your screen and store it as an audio file. The application offers features like reading text aloud, highlighting words as they are read, and converting text to audio. It is particularly useful for individuals who benefit from listening while following along with text, such as those learning a second language.

Balabolka Setup Options

Upon opening Balabolka, you can customize it to suit your preferences. Adjust the text color, font, font size, or font style. Modify the highlight color used to indicate the text being read. You can also select a different background color. A preview screen on the left displays the effects of your changes in real time.

Best Features

Navigate through different documents using tabs at the bottom of the interface. Click the play button on the toolbar to have Balabolka read your document aloud. For long documents, create bookmarks to split them into sections and save each as a separate audio file. Save documents as BTX files to retain bookmarks.

Balabolka offers additional features to enhance the text-to-speech experience. Download free voices from the Balabolka website and use speech settings to select a different voice or adjust the rate and pitch with sliders. The built-in spell checker highlights incorrect words and provides various display options. You can also convert documents to audio files using the "save to audio" option on the toolbar, selecting your preferred audio format.

Convert Text to Speech

Use Balabolka to transform text documents into audio files. Access free voices and customize them for an enjoyable listening experience. The spell checker helps correct errors in your text. Listen and follow along with the text or enjoy audio files on the go, whether traveling or exercising.

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