Hardware Ten years ago IBM created a box that you could plug into your computer that would reduce the effect of tremors on the movement of […]
Accessibility
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The Inference Group at Cambridge University originally intended to create a method of entering text into PDAs and other mobile devices. The result, however, […]
Microsoft Word is one of the world’s most popular computer programs. However the older versions are also visually very complex and this complexity can be a […]
It is easy to lose the mouse pointer on modern computer screens. This handy trick allows you to use the CONTROL key to quickly […]
Pointer trails can make the mouse pointer much easier to see and follow. This tutorial shows how to set them up. This tutorial applies […]
It’s possible to download free software that allows people to use a mouse, or mouse alternative such as a rollerball or headpointer, without needing […]
Many people find it difficult to use the mouse buttons. One way of solving this problem is to use one or two external switches […]
Double-clicks are used to open folders and launch applications in Windows explorer (including on the desktop). They are used to open emails in Outlook. […]
A double-click should be performed in pretty much exactly half a second. If you find this difficult to achieve then you can change the setting […]
This page explains how computers can be accessed using keyboard shortcuts which, when combined with a mouse, can make using a computer much quicker. […]
Mouse Keys is a free Windows accessibility feature. It lets you use the numeric keypad on the right of your keyboard to move the […]
You can control most day-to-day software and access the most popular websites without ever using a mouse. Sometimes it is less efficient to use […]
There are various commercial solutions that allow you to move the mouse pointer by using your head. These generally rely on a special camera, […]
A variety of physical difficulties when accessing computers can be aided by adjusting the Windows display. The most common solution is to make items […]
If you are left-handed then you will benefit from having a mouse that fits your hand (many are designed specifically for the right hand). You […]
By knowing a little about how screens work and Windows displays itself you can make better decisions as to the best practices in making […]
Microsoft Windows has an easily adjustable option which allows users to speed up and slow down the mouse. Slowing the mouse movement can help […]
The On-Screen Keyboard bundled in with Windows XP is a welcome addition and has proved useful for many of my clients. But like most […]
Great news for visually impaired computer users. The basic Windows Magnifier utility that has been knocking around since Windows 95 has finally been ditched […]
I’ve spent part of today making this video demonstrating the new features of the Windows 7 on-screen keyboard. Try to ignore the mystery mouse […]
The seemingly straightforward ‘switch’ can open up a whole new world for people with physical or cognitive difficulties. These pages will show what switches are and […]
Filter Keys is a free Windows feature that helps individuals who press the wrong keys while typing due to tremor or mild incoordination.
Windows allows you to adjust the keyboard repeat rate to avoid accidental doubling-up of letters. If this does not meet your needs then Windows also offers a more specialist Slow Keys feature.