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Zotero Focused Mode

A plugin that enables a distraction-free workspace for focused reading.

Features

This plugin adds a focused reading mode to Zotero:

• Focused Reading Mode - Toggles the visibility of the tab bar, annotation toolbar, and the sidebars while entering fullscreen mode

Before	After

(*) The Solarized theme for dark mode can be customized on Zotero 7.1 Beta (see zotero/zotero#4949)

Keyboard Shortcuts

• Mac: Ctrl+Cmd+F - Toggle focused mode (hides interface elements and enters fullscreen)
• Windows/Linux: F11 - Toggle focused mode (hides interface elements and enters fullscreen)

Behavior

The focused mode provides a distraction-free reading experience:

• Hides both the tab bar and annotation toolbar when activated
• Enters fullscreen mode for a truly immersive experience
• Hides the context pane to maximize reading space

Installation

1. Download the XPI file from the releases page
2. In Zotero, go to Tools → Add-ons
3. Click the gear icon and select "Install Add-on From File..."
4. Select the downloaded XPI file

Alternatively, run the build.sh file to create an XPI package and drag it to Zotero's Add-ons Manager dialog.

Requirements

• Tested on Zotero 7.1 beta

Acknowledgements

GPT o3 and the following scripts and the plugin:

• windingwind/zotero-actions-tags#385
• windingwind/zotero-actions-tags#169
• https://github.com/wmstack/Zotero-Toggle-Bars