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Text Read Time Estimator

Published September 2019
   •    Updated July 2025

Plugin details

Is a plugin used to display an estimated time to read some text. It can calculate reading time instantly when page loads or you can control it from workflow and calc it when for example, an article is opened.It uses default 270 words per minute read speed to calculate the estimated reading time, you can change default speed in plugin settings.
Usage Features:

- Instantly calculate estimated reading time for any text in your app.
- Supports automatic calculation on page load or on-demand via workflows.
- Uses a default reading speed of 270 words per minute (fully customizable).
- Ideal for blogs, articles, or any content-heavy application.
- Helps improve user experience and engagement by setting clear expectations.
- Simple integration — just place the element and trigger as needed.
- Customize the reading speed globally from the plugin settings.

   





FAQ

What does this plugin do?
It calculates and displays an estimated reading time for any text content in your Bubble application, helping users gauge how long it will take to read an article or section.​

How do I set up the plugin?
Install the plugin, place the "Text Read Time Estimator" element on your page, and specify the text source. You can configure it to calculate reading time on page load or trigger it via workflows.​

Can I customize the reading speed used for estimation?
Yes, the plugin uses a default reading speed of 270 words per minute, but you can adjust this value in the plugin settings to better match your audience's reading habits.​

Is it possible to trigger the reading time calculation through workflows?
Absolutely. You can control when the reading time is calculated by triggering it through workflows, such as when a user opens an article or interacts with a specific element.​

Is the plugin responsive?
Yes, the plugin is designed to function seamlessly across various devices and screen sizes.







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Instructions

Please refer to the plugin documentation to see how to configure it: https://docs.zeroqode.com/plugins/text-read-time-estimator

Types

This plugin can be found under the following types:
Background Services   •   Element   •   Action

Categories

This plugin can be found under the following categories:
Productivity   •   Analytics   •   Technical   •   Data (things)   •   Containers   •   Visual Elements

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