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v2.6.1August 12, 2026
Improvements
- Reveal hidden words from the keyboard: Hold
Ctrlto see a number below each hidden word, then pressCtrl + 1throughCtrl + 9to reveal the matching word quickly. You can change that modifier in Settings → Shortcuts; the newly revealed word is read aloud automatically, with a separate off switch in Settings → Audio. Get a hint, hear the word, keep your hands on the keyboard. - Focus mode, refined: The practice room now keeps each tool in its natural place: replay, play, skip and speed sit together; sentence length, caption list and reading size are compact pickers; and Next lives inside the typing box. Your match score appears on that button until the answer is exact, then becomes Next. Everything you need, without breaking your flow.
Focus mode — a calmer, more flexible practice room - Made for comfortable reading: Choose a standard or larger reading size for the sentence, answer, translation and full-sentence context. The practice column is a little wider on large screens, while mobile keeps its comfortable side gutters. Read the words, not the interface.
- A clearer practice rhythm: The EasyDictation mark now rides the green audio waveform while it plays. Tips and quick surveys sit quietly above the shortcut bar instead of interrupting the practice area. The room moves with the audio, not against you.
Fixes
- Hidden video still responds to the playback shortcut: When the video was compacted, Play/Pause could send a pause command because the interface mistook a queued player for a playing one. The shortcut now reads YouTube's actual state, so playback works while only the waveform and logo are visible. Hide the picture, keep the listening flow.