screen reader
Text-to-speech software
A screen reader is software that converts text and interface elements into synthesized speech or braille output, enabling blind and visually impaired users to navigate computers and mobile devices.
Screen readers announce what's on screen and respond to keyboard commands: The screen reader read the webpage aloud as she tabbed through links.
Disability-compensating devices and software
- JAWSText-to-voice accessibility software
- VoiceOverSpoken interface description software
- braille displayTactile computer output device
- synthetic speechElectronically created human-like voice
Converting writing to audio
- pronunciationManner of speaking words
- verbosityUnnecessary word excess
- prosodyStudy of verse rhythm
- intonationPitch variation in speech
pitch · phonetic spelling · voice pitch · announce · interrupt · spell out
Key combinations for commands
- landmarksDistinctive, recognizable locations
- headingsLabels for text sections
- breadcrumbsDried, crushed loaf pieces
- rotorSpinning mechanical assembly
Having diminished sight
- low visionSignificant uncorrectable sight loss
- web accessibilityBarrier-free online design
- alt textWritten substitute for visuals
- accessible designCreation usable by everyone
inclusive design · empowerment · independence · autonomy · universal design · accommodation · barrier-free · equal access
assistive technology
Disability-compensating devices and software
- JAWSText-to-voice accessibility software
- VoiceOverSpoken interface description software
- braille displayTactile computer output device
text-to-speech
Converting writing to audio
- pronunciationManner of speaking words
- verbosityUnnecessary word excess
- prosodyStudy of verse rhythm
intonation · pitch · phonetic spelling · voice pitch · announce · interrupt · spell out
keyboard shortcuts
Key combinations for commands
- landmarksDistinctive, recognizable locations
- headingsLabels for text sections
- breadcrumbsDried, crushed loaf pieces
visually impaired
Having diminished sight
- low visionSignificant uncorrectable sight loss
- web accessibilityBarrier-free online design
- alt textWritten substitute for visuals
accessible design · inclusive design · empowerment · independence · autonomy · universal design · accommodation · barrier-free · equal access · disability rights
- accessibilitywheelchair access, wheelchair sports, wheelchair ramp, adaptive skiing, accessibility features
- assistive deviceswheelchair, glasses, wheelchairs, eyeglasses, walkers
- disability supportwheelchair, walker, crutches, braces, hearing aid
- phone settingsbrightness, silent, wallpaper, vibrate, dark mode
- reading aidsmagnifier, bookmarks, bookmark, large print books, braille books
- accommodationsextra time, double time, time and a half, breaks, rest breaks