Text to Speech

tts

Low RiskCategory: Device AccessView Official Docs↗

Technical Context

Provides access to the chrome.tts API for converting text to spoken audio using the system's text-to-speech engine. This enables screen reader functionality and audio content.

What This Means For You

The extension can make your computer read text aloud using the built-in voice. This is useful for accessibility or listening to articles.

Related APIs

This permission enables access to these Chrome APIs:

chrome.tts

Common Use Cases

✓Screen readers
✓Article readers
✓Language learning

How to Declare in manifest.json

Add the "tts" permission to your extension manifest:

{
  "manifest_version": 3,
  "name": "My Extension",
  "permissions": [
    "tts"
  ]
}

Related Permissions

Audio

audio

On Chromebooks in kiosk mode, the extension can see and control connected audio devices like speakers and microphones. This is mainly for enterprise or kiosk deployments.

low

Printing Metrics

printingMetrics

The extension can see statistics about printing activity, like how many pages have been printed. This is used for print tracking in offices.

low

File Browser Handler

fileBrowserHandler

On Chromebooks, the extension can add new options for handling files in the Files app. This is only available on Chrome OS.

low

Geolocation

geolocation

The extension can find out where you are located, either precisely through GPS or approximately through your internet connection. This is used for local search or mapping features.

high

Human Interface Devices

hid

The extension can communicate directly with special USB devices like game controllers or custom hardware. This is used for hardware configuration tools.

medium