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Browser extensions or add-ons for Arabic can enhance the functionality of your internet browser.
The Ultimate Guide to Arabic Browser Add-ons for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge
Learning Arabic is easier with the right tools. This blog post lists the best browser add-ons and extensions for Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari. Enhance your experience with tools for typing Arabic, improving script readability, getting instant dictionary lookups, and checking grammar to make your online Arabic journey smoother.
How the Oxford Arabic Dictionary Was Made: A Conversation with Tressy Arts
Tressy Arts, Editor-in-Chief of the Oxford Arabic Dictionary, shares insights into compiling the most up-to-date Arabic dictionary. She discusses translation challenges, including tricky words and cultural nuances, and how human expertise and linguistic data shape dictionary entries.
Write Arabic in LibreOffice Without a Hassle: The Font Name Fix Extension
LibreOffice's default font settings can create a frustrating experience when switching between Arabic and other languages. This article explains the "Font Name Fix" extension, a simple solution to ensure your chosen Arabic font stays put, improving your writing workflow.
Who Invented the Arabic Typewriter? The History of the Arabic Keyboard
The invention of the Arabic typewriter was a complex challenge due to letter shapes and spacing. This article details its history, the roles of Selim Haddad and Philippe Waked, and Theodor Herzl's unusual attempt to bribe the Ottoman Sultan with one.
Your Arabic Starter Pack: The Essential Tools Every Beginner Needs
Starting Arabic? Find answers to common questions about essential learning tools. This guide offers a starter package covering Arabic keyboards, fonts, top dictionaries like Hans Wehr and Lane's, verb conjugators, and translation apps.
Why Netflix’s ‘Perfect Strangers’ Sparked Backlash, and How to Add English Subtitles
"Perfect Strangers" (أصحاب ولا أعزّ), Netflix's first Arabic film, faced backlash in Egypt for its themes of infidelity and homosexuality. This article covers the film's plot, reasons for controversy, and a trick to watch it with English subtitles.
Instantly Translate Arabic Words With This Free Chrome Extension
Reading Arabic online is hard without vowels. This free Chrome extension, "Arabic Dictionary," solves that. Just hover over a word to see its translation, root, and correct tashkeel instantly.
How to Easily Change and Enlarge Arabic Fonts in Your Web Browser
Default browser settings often render Arabic script too small or unreadable. This article offers solutions: Wudooh, a browser extension for Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, enhances Arabic font clarity and allows whitelisting sites. For Opera, Font ARA Font Changer adjusts Arabic, Farsi, and Urdu fonts for better online reading.
