SliceReader - Read PDFs on your phone without pinching or zooming
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Stop fighting with static PDF layouts on your 6-inch screen. SliceReader is a mobile-first tool that "slices" PDF documents into a clean, single-column flow—perfect for reading on the go.
Unlike standard readers that just "reflow" text, our engine handles the structure of reports and books to maintain readability. Already used in 72 countries, it’s the honest, indie solution for anyone tired of horizontal scrolling.
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Hey Product Hunt! 👋
I’m an indie developer with a background architecting systems for companies like Volvo and Pearson. Currently, I’m balancing my time between coding and studying Anthropology to understand how we can build more human-centric tools.
I built PWA app SliceReader, because I was annoyed by the "zoom struggle" while reading on my commute. It’s a work in progress, but after seeing 60+ installs from researchers and readers in 72 countries during our beta, I knew the frustration was universal.
Today’s launch is for everyone who has a library of PDFs they never read because mobile viewing is too painful. We’ve optimized the slicing logic for standard reports and books, and we’re fine-tuning complex layouts every day.
I’d love to hear your feedback on the "slicing" experience! I'll be here all day to answer questions.
Huge thanks goes to,
- Reddit r/FreeEBOOKS and r/ProductivityApps communities for the incredible early validation—hitting #1 all-time was the spark I needed to keep building.
- My first 30 'Founding Readers' who joined the beta and helped me fine-tune the slicing logic for mobile users worldwide.
Cheers,
Sali