a device for highlighting text on a page includes a flat base member having an adhesive affixed to one of its sides for temporarily holding the base member against the page . a marker can then be used to highlight selected text by depositing a translucent ink on the base member as it is held against the page . also , the base member can be provided with a clear coating , on the side opposite the adhesive , that will act to dry the ink and retain a residue thereof over the selected text . after use , the device can be lifted and removed from the page without altering the page .