Accommodations > Computers

Maximize visibility / magnify information

• Use large print, high contrast keyboard labels
  [alphanumeric keyboard labels - assistivetech.net]

Present information through tactile channels

• Operate the keyboard through touch typing
  [keyboard controls for software - AT Wiki]
• Use a Braille keyboard (in which each key represents a dot)
  [braille keyboards - assistivetech.net]
  [braille and computers - AT Wiki]

Maximize visibility

• Adjust computer screen color through software settings [link to Windows]
• Reduce monitor glare through the adjustment of lighting or the use of a glare screen
  [glare guards - assistivetech.net]

Magnify information
[computer magnification - AT Wiki]

• Use the “zoom” feature in software to achieve low level magnification
• Use a magnifier screen that fits over the monitor
  [screen magnifyers - assistivetech.net]
• Use dedicated magnification software
  [screen magnification software - assistivetech.net]

Present information through auditory channels

• Use a screen reading program
  [screen reading - AT Wiki]
  [screen readers - assistivetech.net]
  [voice output softare - assistivetech.net]

Present information through tactile channels

• Use a refreshable Braille display when immediate access to Braille is needed
  [braille and computers - AT Wiki]
  [braille displays - assistivetech.net]

Present information through tactile channels

• Use a Braille conversion program and printer to generate Braille printouts
  [braille and computers - AT Wiki]
  [braille translation software - assistivetech.net]
  [braille printers - assistivetech.net]