Hardware Ten years ago IBM created a box that you could plug into your computer that would reduce the effect […]
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The Inference Group at Cambridge University originally intended to create a method of entering text into PDAs and […]
Microsoft Word is one of the world’s most popular computer programs. However the older versions are also visually very […]
Pointer trails can make the mouse pointer much easier to see and follow. This tutorial shows how to […]
It’s possible to download free software that allows people to use a mouse, or mouse alternative such as […]
Double-clicks are used to open folders and launch applications in Windows explorer (including on the desktop). They are […]
A double-click should be performed in pretty much exactly half a second. If you find this difficult to […]
This page explains how computers can be accessed using keyboard shortcuts which, when combined with a mouse, can […]
Mouse Keys is a free Windows accessibility feature. It lets you use the numeric keypad on the right […]
You can control most day-to-day software and access the most popular websites without ever using a mouse. Sometimes […]
There are various commercial solutions that allow you to move the mouse pointer by using your head. These […]
A variety of physical difficulties when accessing computers can be aided by adjusting the Windows display. The most […]
If you are left-handed then you will benefit from having a mouse that fits your hand (many are designed […]
By knowing a little about how screens work and Windows displays itself you can make better decisions as […]
Microsoft Windows has an easily adjustable option which allows users to speed up and slow down the mouse. […]
The On-Screen Keyboard bundled in with Windows XP is a welcome addition and has proved useful for many […]
Great news for visually impaired computer users. The basic Windows Magnifier utility that has been knocking around since […]
I’ve spent part of today making this video demonstrating the new features of the Windows 7 on-screen keyboard. […]
The seemingly straightforward ‘switch’ can open up a whole new world for people with physical or cognitive difficulties. These pages […]
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.