Active Reading Companion

Active
reading.

Traboule transforms any ebook into an intelligent learning experience with Bionic Reading, SQ3R method, concept mapping, and spaced repetition.

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Home screen Text sections Bionic reading Text-to-Speech RSVP mode Structure analysis SQ3R questions Concepts drawer Concepts map Structures list Settings
Welcome

Your reading hub

Import any ePub and the app transforms it into an enriched .traboule file ready for active, deep reading.

Navigation

Text sections

Browse chapters and sections with word counts, reading time estimates, and density indicators to plan your sessions.

Reading Enhancement

Bionic Reading

Artificial fixation points guide your eyes through text. Adjustable intensity (1–5) for faster, more focused reading.

Accessibility

Text-to-Speech

Listen to any section read aloud with adjustable speed. Perfect for commutes or giving your eyes a break.

Speed Reading

RSVP mode

Words appear one at a time at 150–600 wpm. Eliminates regression and trains your brain to read faster.

Deep Analysis

Structure analysis

AI decodes each section through six structural lenses — pyramidal, architectural, conceptual, and more — with confidence scores.

Active Recall

SQ3R questions

AI-generated comprehension questions at three difficulty levels, linked to source paragraphs for instant verification.

Knowledge Graph

Concept links

Swipe left while reading to see every concept in the section — definitions, importance ratings, and cross-references to other chapters.

Knowledge Graph

Concepts map

All concepts across the book, grouped by chapter, with importance ratings. Tap any concept to navigate to its source section.

Overview

Structures overview

See which structural method best fits each chapter at a glance — architectural, conceptual, problem-solution — with confidence percentages.

Personalization

Themes & fonts

10 reading themes from bright to dark, 13 typefaces including OpenDyslexic, plus fine-grained control over size, line height, and spacing.

The Problem

You read books.
But do you learn from them?

Most reading is passive.

You finish a book and within weeks, you've forgotten the key ideas, the connections between concepts, and the arguments that convinced you. That's because traditional reading is a passive experience — your eyes move across pages, but your brain isn't actively engaged in processing, questioning, and connecting ideas.


Traboule applies proven learning science — the SQ3R method, spaced repetition, active recall, and bionic reading — to turn every reading session into deep, lasting comprehension.

70%
of book content is forgotten within a week of passive reading
better retention with active recall vs. re-reading
SQ3R
scientifically validated method since 1946
connections revealed by AI-powered concept mapping
How It Works

From ePub to intelligent study
in three steps

Open any ePub directly in the app. AI analyzes your ebook, extracts knowledge structures, and enriches it — all on your device.

1

Open your ePub

Import any standard ePub ebook directly into Traboule. The app parses the full text while preserving its structure, ready for analysis.

2

AI analyzes the content

The in-app pipeline extracts concepts, generates SQ3R questions, creates flashcards, maps cross-section links, and identifies 6 structural patterns in every section.

3

Read actively

All the intelligence is embedded — concepts, questions, flashcards, structures — ready for active reading. Export as .traboule to share or archive.

Features

Every tool you need for
deep understanding

Reading Enhancement

Bionic Reading

Artificial fixation points guide your eyes through text by bolding the initial letters of each word. Your brain completes the rest, creating a faster and more focused reading flow.

Adjust intensity from 1 to 5 to match your comfort level and reading speed.

Why this matters: Studies show that fixation points reduce saccadic eye movements, helping readers maintain focus and process text up to 25% faster — especially valuable for dense, technical content.
Traboule transforms passive reading into active learning. Every section is analyzed by AI to extract concepts, generate questions, and reveal hidden structures in the text.
Knowledge Graph

Concept Mapping

Every concept in the book is extracted, defined, and linked. See which ideas are connected across chapters, what builds on what, and which concepts are prerequisites for others.

Swipe left while reading to reveal concepts in the current section. Tap any concept to see its full definition, importance rating, and cross-section links.

Why this matters: Concept mapping is one of the most effective learning strategies because it forces you to see relationships, not just isolated facts. The AI does the heavy lifting of extraction — you focus on understanding the connections.
Neural Plasticity
Hebbian Learning
Synaptic Pruning
Active Recall

SQ3R Questions

For every section, AI generates targeted comprehension questions at three difficulty levels: base, intermediate, and advanced. Questions are linked to specific paragraphs so you can verify your answers.

The SQ3R cycle — Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review — guides you through a structured reading process proven to dramatically improve retention.

Why this matters: The testing effect is one of the strongest findings in cognitive science. Retrieving information from memory (even unsuccessfully) strengthens neural pathways far more than re-reading the same passage.
SQ3R Questions
How does synaptic pruning optimize neural network efficiency?
ADVANCED · §3.2
What is the relationship between repetition and long-term potentiation?
BASE · §3.1
Compare Hebbian learning with modern deep learning approaches.
INTERMEDIATE · §3.3
Long-term Memory

Spaced Repetition Flashcards

AI-generated flashcards cover definitions, relationships between concepts, and practical applications. Rate your confidence and the system schedules reviews at optimal intervals.

Three card types ensure comprehensive coverage: definition cards test recall of key terms, relationship cards test how concepts connect, and application cards test real-world understanding.

Why this matters: Spaced repetition exploits the spacing effect — reviewing information at increasing intervals is the most efficient way to commit knowledge to long-term memory. Without it, you're on the forgetting curve.
Definition
What is the role of myelin sheath in neural signal transmission?
tap to flip
Again Hard Good Easy
Deep Analysis

6 Structure Methods

Every section is analyzed through six different structural lenses: pyramidal, procedural, conceptual, architectural, comparative, and problem-solution. Each method reveals a different dimension of the text.

Confidence scores tell you which structure best fits each section, and paragraph references link every structural element back to the source text.

Why this matters: Understanding how an argument is structured is as important as understanding what it says. A pyramidal analysis reveals the thesis hierarchy; an architectural analysis maps system components. Different texts demand different lenses.
Pyramidal Analysis
Thesis
Sub-thesis A  ·  Sub-thesis B
Evidence 1  ·  Evidence 2  ·  Evidence 3  ·  Evidence 4
Confidence: 87%
Personalization

10 Themes, 13 Fonts

From bright White to deep Night, from warm Sepia to high-contrast Hi-Con — find the perfect visual environment for your reading session. Every theme is carefully calibrated for extended reading comfort.

Choose from 13 typefaces including serif classics (Source Serif 4, Garamond), modern sans (Sora, Inter), monospace (JetBrains Mono), and the accessibility-focused OpenDyslexic. Fine-tune font size, line height, and letter spacing.

Why this matters: Reading comfort directly impacts comprehension and session duration. The right font and background reduce eye strain, and accessibility options like OpenDyslexic and high-contrast mode ensure the app works for everyone.
Themes
Fonts
Source Serif 4 Sora EB Garamond JetBrains Mono
Structural Analysis

Six lenses to decode any text

Each section of your book is analyzed through six structural methods. The AI assigns confidence scores so you know which lens fits best.

Pyramidal

Central thesis at the top, supported by sub-theses, each resting on specific evidence. Every level answers the "why?" of the level above.

Procedural

Step-by-step processes with clear objectives, prerequisites, validation criteria, and troubleshooting. For how-to and methodology texts.

Conceptual

Core concept with its properties, relationships, applications, limitations, and examples. For texts centered around a key idea or definition.

Architectural

System overview, components, interactions, data flows, design patterns, and trade-offs. For texts describing complex systems or organizations.

Comparative

Side-by-side analysis of two or more items across evaluation criteria, with point-by-point comparisons and author recommendations.

Problem-Solution

From problem through root causes and context to proposed solutions, implementation details, and results. For case studies and research texts.

Reading Modes

Four ways to engage with text

Switch between reading modes depending on your goal: speed, comprehension, retention, or accessibility.

RSVP

Rapid Serial Visual Presentation. Words appear one at a time at adjustable speed (150–600 wpm). Eliminates regression and builds reading speed.

Bionic Reading

Artificial fixation points on initial letters. Adjustable intensity (1–5). Guides your eyes through text for faster, more focused reading.

Text-to-Speech

Listen to sections read aloud with adjustable speed. Perfect for commutes or when you want to give your eyes a break.

Standard Reader

Clean, distraction-free reading with progress tracking, section navigation, and gesture controls. Swipe left for concepts.

Built-in Conversion

From ePub to .traboule
right in the app

No separate tools needed. Import any ePub and the app's AI pipeline transforms it into an enriched .traboule file with concepts, questions, flashcards, and structural analysis.

Import ePub

Open any standard ePub file from your device. The parser preserves the original text and structure.

AI processes

The in-app pipeline extracts concepts, generates questions, creates flashcards, and analyzes structures — automatically.

Start reading

Everything is ready. Read with bionic mode, explore concepts, review flashcards — all from a single enriched file.

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