Aevum News Browser Guide →

Overview

The Aevum News browser extension transforms any webpage into a distraction-free, ad-free reading experience optimized for journalism and long-form content. Built with performance, privacy, and accessibility in mind.

ℹ️ Compatibility

Supports Chrome 90+, Firefox 88+, Edge 90+, and Safari 15+. Requires JavaScript enabled and modern TLS support.

Installation

Download & Add: Visit the Chrome Web Store or Firefox Add-ons directory and click Add to Browser.
Permissions: Grant access to activeTab and storage when prompted. No browsing history or personal data is collected.
Pinnning: Click the puzzle piece icon → Pin Aevum News for quick access.
Enable Focus Mode: Toggle the switch in the popup or use Alt+Shift+F to activate reader mode instantly.

💡 Pro Tip

Right-click any article headline and select "Read in Aevum" to bypass paywalls and load the clean version automatically.

Core Features

📖 Reader Engine

Strips ads, trackers, and sidebars. Reconstructs articles using semantic HTML with optimal line length (65-75 chars), adjustable typography, and high-contrast modes.

🔍 Smart Summary

AI-assisted key point extraction. Hover over any paragraph to see a one-line summary. Toggle full AI analysis via the toolbar icon.

📑 Reading List & Sync

Bookmark articles for offline reading. Syncs across devices when logged in with your Aevum News account. Supports export to PDF, EPUB, or Markdown.

🎨 Theme & Typography

Choose between Light, Dark, Sepia, or Auto (system sync). Adjust font size, line height, and family (Serif, Sans, Mono, System).

Keyboard Shortcuts

Speed up your workflow with native shortcuts. All commands are customizable in Settings → Keyboard.

Toggle Reader Mode

AltShiftR

Increase Font Size

AltShift+

Decrease Font Size

AltShift-

Toggle Dark Mode

AltShiftD

Save to Reading List

CtrlShiftS

Open Quick Settings

AltShift,

Settings & Configuration

Access settings via the extension popup → ⚙️ Settings. All preferences are stored locally unless sync is enabled.

                    advanced_config.json
                    {
  "readerMode": {
    "autoActivate": true,
    "allowedDomains": [],
    "blockedDomains": ["example-ads.com"],
    "defaultFont": "system-serif",
    "lineHeight": 1.65,
    "maxWidth": "72ch"
  },
  "privacy": {
    "blockTrackers": true,
    "clearCacheOnExit": false,
    "syncEnabled": true
  },
  "ai": {
    "summaryEnabled": true,
    "model": "aevum-lite-v2"
  }
}
                

⚠️ Domain Overrides

Some news sites use custom reader modes. Add their domains to allowedDomains to disable Aevum's parser and use the native version.

Troubleshooting

Reader mode not loading: Check if the site uses heavy JavaScript frameworks. Try Ctrl+Shift+I → Console for parser errors.
Sync failing: Ensure you're logged in with the same Aevum News account. Check firewall/proxy settings blocking *.aevum.news/api.
Blank page after activation: Clear extension cache via chrome://extensions/?id=aevumnews → Details → Clear site data.
Shortcuts not working: Verify no other extension or OS service is using the same keybinding. Check Settings → Keyboard → Conflicts.

FAQ

No. All parsing and reading happen client-side. We do not track which articles you read, how long you spend, or scroll depth. Anonymous usage metrics are only collected if explicitly opted-in.

Yes. Saved articles in your Reading List are cached locally and fully readable offline. Exported files (PDF/EPUB) also work without an internet connection.

Currently available for iOS and Android as a standalone app. The browser extension is optimized for desktop/tablet. Mobile sync works seamlessly.

Click the extension icon → Report Issue. A minimal log will be generated and sent to our engineering team. You'll receive a ticket ID for follow-up.