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 […]
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.
Filter Keys is a free Windows feature that helps individuals who press the wrong keys while typing due to tremor or mild incoordination.