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FocusReader vs Pocket Screen
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FocusReader is a local-first Chrome extension for distraction-free reading and source-backed quote saving. Open an article in a clean reader view, save exact passages with the page title, source URL, domain, timestamp, and an optional category, then export the full library as Markdown.
Pocket Screen creates a separate, resizable live view of a supported Mac app window. Keep PDFs, webpages, and dashboards visible while working, with the original window left in place. Resize or move the floating view, enable click-through, or pause it. Window content stays on your Mac. Works on macOS 14+ with Apple silicon and Intel.
| Detail | FocusReader | Pocket Screen |
|---|---|---|
| Tagline | A local-first Chrome reader and source-backed quote saver. | Keep PDFs and webpages in view while working on your Mac |
| Pricing | Freemium | Freemium |
| Categories | Productivity, Writing, Content Creation | Productivity |
| Upvotes on IndieNeed | 1 | 2 |
| Reviews | No reviews yet | No reviews yet |
| Open source | No | No |
| Launched | Aug 28, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 |
Looking further? See FocusReader alternatives or Pocket Screen alternatives.