Windows "Take Home": Read&Write Download & Install

All UMD students, faculty, and staff may download a "Take Home" version of Read&Write (R&W) for their personal computers.

Note: If you do not have a @d.umn.edu email address, please email [email protected] before downloading, so you can be authorized to use R&W.

1. Download the software.

Go to the texthelp website. Select "Try Read&Write". Then choose Windows US EN from the dropdown menu.

Screenshot: Menu. Windows US EN selected. Unselected: Google Chrome, Mac, Android, iPad, Edge.

2. Install the software.

A dialog box will appear. It will read, "Hi, almost ready to install. By clicking the 'Accept and Install' button, I acknowledge that I accept the User terms."

Screenshot: 'Accept and Install' dialog box.

Click or Activate the "Accept and Install" button.

3. Open the software.

  • Double click or activate the Read&Write icon on your desktop.
  • Click or activate the Read&Write tab at the top of your screen. 
Icon: RW (Read&Write)

4. Sign in

A Read&Write sign in dialog box will appear. Select "Sign in with Google". Enter your d.umn.edu email address to authenticate. If you do not have an @d.umn.edu email address, please refer to the previous note.

Screenshot: Sign in with Google.

5. The Read&Write toolbar should appear.

Screenshot: Toolbar

If it doesn't appear or you need help, call or stop by the ITSS TechCenter HelpDesk (218-726-8847, Kirby Plaza 165).

6. Enjoy using Read&Write!

For a tour of the toolbar watch the Windows Toolbar Video.