How to Use the iOS Share Sheet with speakeasy
Convert articles without leaving your browser
The iOS Share Sheet is the fastest way to get articles into speakeasy. Instead of copying a URL and switching apps, you can share a link directly from Safari, Chrome, news apps, or any other app that supports the iOS share mechanism. speakeasy registers itself as a share target, so it appears in your Share Sheet alongside other apps. Once shared, speakeasy queues the article for conversion and you can continue browsing while the synthesis runs in the background. This guide walks you through everything you need to know, from the basic setup to advanced tips that most users miss. Whether you're new to text-to-speech or looking to optimize your existing workflow, following these steps will help you get the most out of speakeasy and save significant time in the process.
Steps
Open an article in Safari or your browser
Navigate to any article you want to listen to. The Share Sheet works from Safari, Chrome, Firefox, or any iOS app that has a share button.
Tap the Share button
In Safari, tap the Share icon at the bottom center of the screen (the box with an arrow pointing up).
Find and tap speakeasy in the Share Sheet
Scroll through the app row in the Share Sheet until you see speakeasy. Tap it to send the URL directly to speakeasy. If you do not see speakeasy, scroll to the end of the app row and tap More to add it.
Confirm and convert
speakeasy opens with the URL pre-filled. Confirm the details and tap Convert to start synthesis.
Why this matters
Understanding how to use the ios share sheet with speakeasy isn't just about following a checklist — it's about fundamentally changing how you consume content. Most people spend 2-3 hours daily reading articles, newsletters, and blog posts on their phones. Converting that reading time to listening time opens up hours of productivity you didn't know you had.
The process is simpler than you might think: Open an article in Safari or your browser → Tap the Share button → Find and tap speakeasy in the Share Sheet. Once you've done it a few times, it becomes second nature, and you'll wonder how you ever managed without it. speakeasy handles the technical complexity behind the scenes, so you can focus on the content rather than the conversion process.
Common mistakes to avoid
When learning to use the ios share sheet with speakeasy, there are a few pitfalls worth knowing about upfront. First, don't try to convert everything at once — start with a few articles you're genuinely interested in, and build your listening habit gradually. Second, make sure you're using the right voice and speed settings for the type of content you're converting.
Another common mistake is not taking advantage of speakeasy's iCloud sync. Your audio library syncs automatically between iPhone and Mac, which means you can queue articles on one device and listen on another. This is especially useful for articles you discover on your desktop but want to listen to during your commute.
Advanced tips for power users
Once you've mastered the basics, here are some ways to level up your workflow. Use the iOS share sheet to send articles directly from Safari, Twitter, or any other app to speakeasy — no need to copy-paste URLs. Set up a dedicated listening time each day, and queue articles the night before so your library is ready to go.
Experiment with different playback speeds for different content types: news articles work well at 1.5-2x, while technical or philosophical content benefits from 1.0-1.2x. You can also use speakeasy's voice preview feature to find the perfect voice for each type of content. Many power users maintain separate mental categories — a deep voice for serious analysis, a lighter voice for casual blog posts.
Getting the best results
The quality of your audio depends on several factors that are worth optimizing. speakeasy works best with well-structured articles that have clear paragraphs and headings. Most blog posts, newsletters, and news articles convert beautifully. Extremely visual content (infographics, charts-heavy pieces) may lose some context in audio form, but the text content still converts well.
For the best listening experience, use headphones or earbuds — the nuance in speakeasy's AI voices is more apparent with direct audio delivery. If you're listening through phone speakers, you might miss subtle intonation that makes the experience feel natural. Finally, don't forget to rate and organize articles in your library — this helps you build a personal audio archive you can revisit anytime.
Key takeaways
- The setup process takes less than a minute once you know the steps
- Start with content you're already interested in to build the listening habit
- Use iCloud sync to seamlessly move between iPhone and Mac
- Experiment with playback speed to find your optimal listening pace
- The iOS share sheet is the fastest way to convert articles
Tips
- Drag speakeasy to the front of your Share Sheet app row so it is always the first option when you share an article
- The Share Sheet works from email clients, social media apps, and RSS readers — anywhere you find article links
- You can share multiple articles in succession and speakeasy queues them for conversion
Frequently asked questions
Turn any article into natural-sounding audio. Paste a link, press play, and stay informed while you move.
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