[Blind-Computing] I.E.9 & Assistive Technology
Hello All, I am looking for feedback about the use of I.E.9 and JAWS 12, ZoomText 10 and Magic 12. Do the versions of each of these programs work with I.E.9? If JAWS 12 is not an option, what about JAWS 14? Any info that you can provide will be appreciated. Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Attachment that are not there
The problem might be that your attachments are embedded in the body of the message and JAWS cannot find them. This is the result of the message being in Rich Text format. I am not sure how to fix the problem in Office 2007, but in 2010 you have to change the message format to Plain Text or HTML. Also in 2010 there is a way to set messages to be read in another format than Rich Text. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Pablo Morales Sent: Thursday, April 25, 2013 7:58 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Attachment that are not there Hi all. I am working on microsoft Outlook 2007, and I have 2 eMails with attachments. I sent those files from my home. When I open those emails, and I press insert A, jaws says is not attachment on this eMail. I press shift tab, trying to get where normally the attachments are, but is anything there. How can I take those attachments, when outlook says that the email has an attachment in the list view, but when I open the eMail, is not attachment? Thanks Pablo For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Making and printing bulletins in MS Word 2010
Mark, I have not been following this thread very closely, so if you have already provided the answers to my below questions, I apologize. What is the size of the paper you are using before you fold it? What will the size of the bulletin be once it is finished? Will you be stapling the pages together? If so, by hand or will the photocopy machine be doing the stapling? How many pages will the finished bulletin have? The cover page counts as 1, the backside of the cover is 2, the page opposite 2 is 3, the back side of page 3 is 4, and so on. Will the text be arranged in 2 or more columns on each page? What version of MS-Word are you using? Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mark Torgerson Sent: Wednesday, April 24, 2013 12:54 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Making and printing bulletins in MS Word 2010 Hi Mujtaba: Well, actually I tried tabbing through the printer options and changing a few settings. However, I never quite get everything correct. By using the JAWS cursor I found a spot on the screen that said that the system is set for left edge binding. I need the binding to be set in the middle of the page. That way I can fold the bulletin. The trouble is, when I click on the binding settings, nothing changes. Any ideas on how to change this? Thank you. God bless, Mark God loves You! My personal website: http://www.christiantraditions.info -Original Message- From: Mujtaba Merchant Sent: Tuesday, April 23, 2013 8:14 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Making and printing bulletins in MS Word 2010 Hello Mark, You might want to check the page layout of your word document. It should be under the Page Layout tab under page set up option, make sure that it is set to portrait. Which means the page is vertical in position. Printing the pages in order should not be a problem. Alt + F to get to the word options menu, under print you just hit enter there. You will get a dialog box for the print options. Select the ones you want like pages per sheet 1 etc. Make sure you have the right size of paper loaded in the printer e.g. A4, which is the normal letter size page. Rest you need to tab around and come to the print button and hit enter. Suggestion would be that you practice this with sighted assistance first few times. Then when you are all set to go, you can do it yourself without any assistance. Mujtaba Merchant Bangalore, India "Motivation is what gets you started, habit is what keeps you going." ~ Jim Rohn -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mark Torgerson Sent: Wednesday, April 24, 2013 4:28 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Making and printing bulletins in MS Word 2010 Hi As the secretary for a church, I am needing to print bulletins. However, no matter what settings I change, the pages seem to be in the wrong place when I print them. I was wondering how one goes about printing a bulletin in MS Word 2010 using JAWS 14? It would be wonderful to be able to print them out on my own. My internet searchs have given me no useful information. Thank you in advance. God bless, Mark God loves You! My personal website: http://www.christiantraditions.info For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] Where does iTunes store it's data?
Hello All I want to back up my computer and need to know where does iTunes store everything on my computer so that I can be sure it gets backed-up. Any help will be appreciated. Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] several questions about open book
David, I believe that you have to have OpenBook 9 to run in Windows7, The Pearl will only work with OpenBook 9, and I do not think that there is a dongle available for OpenBook. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Ferrin Sent: Wednesday, March 20, 2013 8:02 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] several questions about open book Does Open book 8 work in windows 7? Is it true that the Pearl camera will only work with Open book 9 or newer? Lastly is there a dongle version of open book 9? I know that's a lot in a single email but I figure that's better than multiple messages covering the same major topic. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] blackboard assess ability
For the most part, BlackBoard is accessible with JAWS. There are some parts that work better than other parts. The biggest problem is in the documents that the instructors put up for your access. Many will convert a document to an inaccessible PDF to prevent students from editing it. You will need to work with the instructor to obtain a different format, or you will have to convert it yourself. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Jamie Seeger Sent: Thursday, March 21, 2013 11:50 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] blackboard assessability Hi, I am thinking of going back to school to obtain a master degree on-line. I see many of the universities use Blackboard to host their on-line content. I am wondering if this interface is accessible for one using a screen reader? I am using a windows 7 home premium 64 bit system. I have Jaws, System Access, and NVDA as screen readers I can use. If the program is accessible are there any tips in navigating the program? I thank you for any information in this matter. Jamie For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Times in Excel
Of course there are always multiple ways to accomplish things in Excel, so here is one option. If you want your times in column A to increase by 15 minutes for each entry in that column, place your starting time in cell A5. Identify a cell to contain the time increment that you want to increase each entry by. In your example it is 15 minutes. Let's pick B2 for this, so enter 0:15 in that cell. Note 1, if you want to increase your times by 90 minutes, you will need to enter 1:30. Note 2, you can place this cell anywhere in the sheet you want so that it does not have to be so visible. In cell A6 enter the following formula: $B$2+A5 Note 3, the use of the dollar signs. By placing a dollar sign before a row or column reference, it will prevent that value from changing when you copy and paste the formula into another cell. Now copy A6 and paste it into cell A7, and each of the cells where you want the time to increase by 15 minutes from the time above it. If at some point you want to generate a list of times that increase by a different value, you just need to change the value in B2, or where ever you have that value hiding. Note 4, your times will be displayed in 24 hours format. I do not know how to accomplish this task and have the times displayed in 12 hour format. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Steve & Shannon Cook Sent: Friday, March 15, 2013 7:47 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Times in Excel Hi All, Using JAWS 14, Excel 2010, and Windows 7. Let's say for example in column A, I have times starting at 9:00 AM. How do I fill in the cells below in increments of 15 minutes? Thanks in advance! For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Is MS SharePoint accessible? (UNCLASSIFIED)
SharePoint 2010 has more accessibility features available in it if developers elect to use them. SharePoint 2007 has some major accessibility problems with few fixes. However, if pages are created in a simple layout you can manage to get your work done. Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Stephan, William S NWK Sent: Friday, March 01, 2013 5:01 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Is MS SharePoint accessible? (UNCLASSIFIED) Classification: UNCLASSIFIED Caveats: NONE Stephanie: I deal with SharePoint regularly, and I'd say that it's not completely inaccessible, but using it can be a real challenge. It depends on the views that are used and what the content you're trying to access is. For instance, I have to access spreadsheets stored in SharePoint, which is basically impossible in the view we use. So, I've found it much better to go to the actions menu and export the spreadsheet to an Excel file on my computer. There are work-around, and if you have a good sighted assistant who understands SharePoint and the ways it can present data, you'll probably be OK. If you don't have that, be prepared to be frustrated as you learn to use the SharePoint. Good luck, with this. -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Stephanie Koetje Sent: Friday, March 01, 2013 12:34 PM To: 'blind-computing@jaws-users.com' Subject: [Blind-Computing] Is MS SharePoint accessible? Hi all, Is Microsoft SharePoint accessible using Jaws or other assistive technology by any chance? Thanks, Stephanie For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Classification: UNCLASSIFIED Caveats: NONE For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] excel printing
Yes, I agree, printing spreadsheets that are visually pleasing and usable is a real challenge for a blind user. If you are printing the same reports time after time, then it is worth the time to sit down with someone sighted and format the document. If the reports change all of the time, then here are some things to keep in mind that will need to be checked and possibly modified before printing a spreadsheet. Is your data too wide or too long to fit on 1 sheet of paper? Do the margins need to be adjusted? Is landscape or portrait better for displaying the information in the spreadsheet? Is the width of the column too long or too short for the data that is displayed in it? Is using Wrap Text in a cell an option for reducing the width of a cell or column? Consider whether the data in a column should be Left justified, Centered or Right justified? Examples: money should be Right justified so that the decimal points are aligned in a vertical line. Column headings are often centered, but depending on the data it is representing you might need to left or right justify it to improve readability. If a header is significantly longer than the data it represents, is there another way to display the header? Examples: Wrap text, abbreviate the words in the header, display the text vertically or at an angle. Font size might need to be adjusted to be able to fit more info on the page or to improve readability. Larger font is helpful when there is a lot of numbers to read. Although grid lines are visible on the screen, do you need to turn them on for your print out to improve readability? Some people like to use alternating colored rows to improve readability. This can play havoc with JAWS. Grey shading works better with JAWS, but you have to be aware of how dark it is so that it does not decrease readability of the text. If you have to frequently add rows between printings, this can throw off the alternating color pattern. I'm not sure if there is a setting in Excel that automatically manages the alternating pattern. Is your header row mark as such so that it can be told to repeat at the top of every page? When the row of data spreads out across 2 pages, is there a need for repeating a particular column of information so that the reader knows which row of data they are reading? Although it is doable for a visually impaired person to format a spreadsheet to be visually pleasing ad well as readable, it is extremely time consuming. There are a number of JAWS command that can provide you with information so that you can figure out if you need to make adjustments, but it usually takes many hardcopy reviews by a sighted person. Also keep in mind that when a sighted person makes final formatting adjustments to a spreadsheet, they can usually accomplish it with just a drag of a mouse at the point of the problem. So here are my final thoughts on this topic: 1. Ask for more training with how to use Excel with JAWS. 2. See if you can format a document once and not have to adjust it every time you need to print a report. 3. Can you provide your spreadsheets electronically so that the recipient can make the necessary visual adjustments? 4. Is it possible for you to receive reader services from a human? Sometimes it is cheaper to hire a reader then to have the employee accomplish this task independently. If they are paying you $20 per hour and it takes you 3 hours to get the document ready for final printing, they are paying out $60 and losing 2.5 hours or more of productive time out of you. With the assistance of a reader, you most likely can get a spreadsheet formatted with sighted help in less than 30 minutes. So a reader hired at $10 per hour will put the cost of accomplishing this task at $15 for 30 minutes of work. Now most reader services have a hourly minimum, so if it is 2 hours the cost of this 30 minute job is $30. Still less than the $60 of you doing it yourself. I'm sure you can find other tasks that the reader can help you with during the remaining 90 minutes. Ok, I will stop rambling on as I've drifted off-topic. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mujtaba Merchant Sent: Sunday, February 24, 2013 12:54 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] excel printing Hello, This is kind of difficult to answer for any blind computer user. You might want to look at the page layout of your excel sheet. If it's portrait it means it's vertical in layout. If it's landscape, it's horizontal in layout. Printing a worksheet also depends on how many columns you have filled in the sheet, there is a difference on how many cells are actually visible and are actually there. The key combination Insert + F1 will give you the summary of the worksheet in focus. Also under the view menu, you can choose how the worksheet can be seen, printlayout etc. While printing you
Re: [Blind-Computing] Attachments in Outlook 2010
I do not know why this happens, but I also would love to know. It is called embedded attachments. I've not figured out a way to find this type of attachment with JAWS. If you find out a solution to this somewhere other than this list, please report back. Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Steve Cook Sent: Monday, February 11, 2013 8:39 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Attachments in Outlook 2010 Hi All, I have a consumer when they send attachments to others. The attachment shows up in the body of the Email message instead of below the subject line. How can we correct this issue? I'm not sure where to look to resolve this for them. Thanks in advance! Steve Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in America for those ages 50 and over. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle may decrease your chances of developing this disease. The South Carolina Commission for the Blind stresses the importance that you receive a comprehensive eye exam to test for AMD. For more information about AMD and how the South Carolina Commission for the Blind can help you or a loved one, give us a call at 1-800-922- or visit us online at www.sccb.state.sc.us. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] Converting batches of files in Kurzweil format to MS-Word format
I'm working with someone who has years' worth of files saved in the Kurzweil format that now need to be saved as a DOC format to be read in MS-Word 2010. Is there any way to do this conversion in large batches, or is converting them 1 file at a time the only option? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Last Month Expanded in Outlook 2010
In Outlook 2010 quickly find a message by searching on an exact word or phrase from the header or body of the message you are searching for by following these steps: 1. Shift+Tab twice to move into an edit box. 2. Type or paste in an exact word or phrase that you know is in the message you are looking for. Capitalization does not matter, but everything else does. Sometimes less is better. 3. Tab or Shift+Tab until you are in the list view of the search results. The number of times you have to press either of these commands will depend on how you have your Outlook view set up. 4. Use up and down arrow to move through the list, Enter to open a message, ESC to close an open message, and ESC when in the list view to close the search. Comments: This searching technique also works in Notes and Calendar. There is a way to tell it to search in all folders, but I'm yet to figure this out. I'm thinking that there must be a way to search on a date, but again, I have not figured this out. Another way to find all messages from a sender if you can find one message in that folder from that sender is: 1. When in the list view for the folder in which you want to search, move to the message, but do not open it. 2. Press the applications key (or Shift+F10) to bring up a context menu. 3. Arrow to Find Related and press Enter or press F to open a submenu. 4. There are 2 choices on the submenu, arrow to "From Sender" and press Enter, or press S. 5. The list of matching items is presented. Use up and down arrow to navigate the list, Enter to open and read a message, ESC to close an open message and ESC when at the list to close the search results. -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of david Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 6:38 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Last Month Expanded in Outlook 2010 Hello there; This may help some using outlook 2007&2010; Using Find In MSOutlook2007&2010 Using Jaws Locating All Messages By One Sender: This will work in any mailbox E.g., in-box, sent-box etc. 1. Press ctrl+shift+the letter "f"=advance-find. 2. Tab three times=fromedit. 3. Type in a sender's first or last name. 4. Press enter. 5. Press the f6key and you are put into the list of messages by the sender you searched for. 6. If you open a message to read it, press escape once to close it. Then move to the next one to read. 7. If you open a message to read and do not wish to read any more, press escape twice and you are placed back in to the original location were the search was started. This means if you were in the in-box when starting the search, pressing escape twice will return you back to the in-box. Pressing escape once will only return you to the list of messages found in the search. *** II. Searching For A Specific Topic In A Subject Field: 1. Press ctrl+shift+the letter "f". 2. Type a word that would be found in the subject line you are searching for. 3. Press enter. 4. Press f6 and you are put into the list of messages containing the subject line searched for. 5. If you open a message to read it, press escape once to close it. Then move to the next one to read. 6. If you open a message to read and do not wish to read any more, press escape twice and you are placed back in to the original location were the search was started. This means if you were in the in-box when starting the search, pressing escape twice will return you back to the in-box. Pressing escape once will only return you to the list of messages found in the search. -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Liuda Balcius Sent: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 2:17 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Last Month Expanded in Outlook 2010 Hi! I am interested in trying to locate a message from last month. How can I open this and see if I can find it? Thanks for the help. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] cleaning up the inbox in outlook 2010
I use rules that automatically move messages from specific groups into their own folder. I then use the "Unread" view under Search in Outlook to review my messages from these folders. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Norman King Sent: Tuesday, October 09, 2012 5:30 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] cleaning up the inbox in outlook 2010 Hi. I am on a lot of e-mail lists so get a lot of messages. This makes outlook 2010 a lot slower. My question is there a way to automatically delete messages after 2 months? Also can I mark certain messages so they will not get deleted or do I have to manually save the ones I want to keep. Any thoughts on keeping your inbox organized would be appreciated. I did set up filters for my messages. Norman For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Tables in MS Word with Jaws
When entering data in a cell of a table, there are a few things to be aware of. When using TAB and Shift+TAB to move through your table, the contents of the cell will be highlighted when you land in the cell. If you press a character , Enter or SpaceBar, the contents will be erased from the cell and replaced with whatever you pressed. This is an ideal way of replacing the contents of a cell when you want to paste new info. If there is information in the cell and you need to add more info into that cell, you will use the arrow keys and/or Control+right or left arrow to move to the location in the cell where you want to add the new information. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of mark Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2012 12:27 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Reading Tables in MS Word with Jaws Hi I recently received an important MS word document that has a table with data I need to enter. How do I go about reading the various boxes in the table? Is there an easy way to skip from one box to the next. How do I enter data? I am using JAWS 14 beta, and MS office 2010 on a windows 7 computer. Thank you in advance for your help. God bless, Mark God Loves you! You can visit my website at: http://christiantraditions.info <http://christiantraditions.info/> Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/TorgersonMark My Authors Page is: httP://www.amazon.com/author/marktorgerson For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Tables in MS Word with Jaws
You can use the arrow keys to navigate a table, but that will move you character by character when you use the right and left arrows, and line by line with the up and down arrows. This is fine, but can require a lot of key presses. Another option is using Control+Alt+arrows. When using the key combination with the up and down arrows you will move up and down from row to row within the same column and JAWS will read the entire contents of the cell. When using the key combination with the right and left arrows, you will move right and left across a row. Again, JAWS will read the content of the cell as you move into that cell. You can also use Tab and Shift+Tab to move through a table. When using the TAB key you will move from left to right across a row. When you get to the end of the row, another press of the TAB key will move you to the first cell of the next row. Shift+Tab will do the reverse, moving you from right to left and from bottom to top. When using Tab to move through the table, and you press it when you are in the last cell in the last row, a new row will be added. If you did not want to do this, use Control+z to Undo this action. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of From the Desk of Mr. Holland Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2012 1:28 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Tables in MS Word with Jaws Mark, Once you enter the table, you should be in the first "box." That would be Row 1, Column 1. The first row is likely a number of headers. You should be able to use the arrow keys to travel down the column or across the row; stopping in each element. Also, using the key will move you to each succeeding element. For example, if there are 6 columns and 8 rows, continually using the from Row 1, Column 1 should take you to Column 2, Column 3, Column 4, Column 5 and Column 6; using the in Row 1, Column 6 should take you to Row 2, Column 1, etc. Using will cause to navigate up the table. Once you find yourself in the middle of the table, using the right and left arrow keys will move you along the row; using the up and down arrows keys will move you up and down the column. Frank James - NO, Not That One! ;-) E-Mail: ctx37...@centurylink.net -Original Message- From: mark Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2012 11:27 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Reading Tables in MS Word with Jaws Hi I recently received an important MS word document that has a table with data I need to enter. How do I go about reading the various boxes in the table? Is there an easy way to skip from one box to the next. How do I enter data? I am using JAWS 14 beta, and MS office 2010 on a windows 7 computer. Thank you in advance for your help. God bless, Mark God Loves you! You can visit my website at: http://christiantraditions.info <http://christiantraditions.info/> Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/TorgersonMark My Authors Page is: httP://www.amazon.com/author/marktorgerson For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Online math and JAWS
What do you need the online math programs to achieve? -Original Message- From: Blind-Computing [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Lynn Lalonde Sent: Wednesday, October 03, 2012 8:59 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Online math and JAWS Hello, I have a junior high and a high school student whose teachers are using a program called IXL for supplementary math exercises in class. They both have JAWS 12 on their laptops. JAWS will read some things, but they need a sighted peer to read the graphics. Does anyone know an online math program that works better with JAWS? Thanks, Lynn For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010
I never even considered this. I'll have to give it a try. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Don Marang Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2012 2:35 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 Did you attempt using the JAWS pass through key, Insert + 3 (in the numbers row), before your key stroke? This assures JAWS is not attempting to interfere and run some script. *Don Marang* Vinux Package Development Coordinator - vinuxproject.org <http://www.vinuxproject.org/> On 9/24/2012 8:39 PM, Annette Carr wrote: > Hi Clifton, > > Thank you for your explanation. I had already gotten that from an > earlier post. I was just sharing my observations because a comment > had been made that Control+Shift+0 had been broke since JAWS 13, but > I'm using JAWS 12 and it does not work for me. > > Annette > > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kliphton > Sent: Monday, September 24, 2012 7:39 PM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 > > Okay, I will explain this best I can. To hide and unhide columns, the > key strokes are alt plus h, the letter O, and arrow up or down until > you hear "hide and unhide submenu" Of course you need to select what > you are trying to hide or unhide, hit enter on your choice, and it's > donw. HTH > > Kliphton Senior > > (Twitter&Skype) kliphton72 > > (iMessage&facetime) kliph...@gmail.com > > (Life Journal) Kliphton.wordpress.com > > (Sharrie's ScratchPad) missie844.wordpress.com > > http://facebook.com/kliphandsharrie > > On Sep 24, 2012, at 5:50 PM, Annette Carr wrote: > >> It turns out that the command for unhiding columns in Excel 2010, >> Control+Shift+0 does not work when using JAWS 12 on a Windows7 32 bit >> laptop. So the problem is not limited to JAWS 13. Does anyone know >> if it is limited to Excel 2010? >> >> Annette >> >> -Original Message- >> From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com >> [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan >> Robbins >> Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 7:58 AM >> To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com >> Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 >> >> You can also use the windows key command ctrl 0 to hide, but >> unfortunately the ctrl shift 0 to unhide no longer works beginning >> with JAWS 13 >> >> Al >> >> -Original Message- >> From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com >> [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan >> Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 1:36 AM >> To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com >> Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 >> >> Hello Annette: >> In order to hide data in excel 2010 first, select the range of data >> you are wanting to hide. Next, access the format command of the home >> ribbon or simply press the key tip alt h followed by O. Now arrow up >> until you arrive to the hide and unhide submenu, expand the submenu, >> use your up and down arrow keys and press enter on the preferred choice. >> >> To unhide, you must select the data before and after the hidden >> range, for example, if you have row c hidden, select rows b and d. >> Return to the >> >> format command of the home ribbon, back to the hide and unhide >> submenu and press enter on the preferred choice. >> hth >> Kimsan Song: >> Online Access Technology Trainer >> Phone: >> (509) 396-1646 >> Website: >> www.BlindAccessTraining.com >> Twitter: >> @BlindAccess >> -Original Message- >> From: Annette Carr >> Sent: Monday, September 17, 2012 6:45 PM >> To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com >> Subject: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel2010 >> >> I would like to hide and unhide individual columns in Excel 2010. I >> am using JAWS12 on a Windows7 machine. Can anyone tell me how to do this? >> >> >> >> Thanks, >> >> Annette >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ >> >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ >> >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ >> >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010
Hi Clifton, Thank you for your explanation. I had already gotten that from an earlier post. I was just sharing my observations because a comment had been made that Control+Shift+0 had been broke since JAWS 13, but I'm using JAWS 12 and it does not work for me. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kliphton Sent: Monday, September 24, 2012 7:39 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 Okay, I will explain this best I can. To hide and unhide columns, the key strokes are alt plus h, the letter O, and arrow up or down until you hear "hide and unhide submenu" Of course you need to select what you are trying to hide or unhide, hit enter on your choice, and it's donw. HTH Kliphton Senior (Twitter&Skype) kliphton72 (iMessage&facetime) kliph...@gmail.com (Life Journal) Kliphton.wordpress.com (Sharrie's ScratchPad) missie844.wordpress.com http://facebook.com/kliphandsharrie On Sep 24, 2012, at 5:50 PM, Annette Carr wrote: > It turns out that the command for unhiding columns in Excel 2010, > Control+Shift+0 does not work when using JAWS 12 on a Windows7 32 bit > laptop. So the problem is not limited to JAWS 13. Does anyone know > if it is limited to Excel 2010? > > Annette > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan > Robbins > Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 7:58 AM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 > > You can also use the windows key command ctrl 0 to hide, but > unfortunately the ctrl shift 0 to unhide no longer works beginning > with JAWS 13 > > Al > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan > Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 1:36 AM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 > > Hello Annette: > In order to hide data in excel 2010 first, select the range of data > you are wanting to hide. Next, access the format command of the home > ribbon or simply press the key tip alt h followed by O. Now arrow up > until you arrive to the hide and unhide submenu, expand the submenu, > use your up and down arrow keys and press enter on the preferred choice. > > To unhide, you must select the data before and after the hidden range, > for example, if you have row c hidden, select rows b and d. Return to > the > > format command of the home ribbon, back to the hide and unhide submenu > and press enter on the preferred choice. > hth > Kimsan Song: > Online Access Technology Trainer > Phone: > (509) 396-1646 > Website: > www.BlindAccessTraining.com > Twitter: > @BlindAccess > -Original Message- > From: Annette Carr > Sent: Monday, September 17, 2012 6:45 PM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel2010 > > I would like to hide and unhide individual columns in Excel 2010. I > am using JAWS12 on a Windows7 machine. Can anyone tell me how to do this? > > > > Thanks, > > Annette > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010
It turns out that the command for unhiding columns in Excel 2010, Control+Shift+0 does not work when using JAWS 12 on a Windows7 32 bit laptop. So the problem is not limited to JAWS 13. Does anyone know if it is limited to Excel 2010? Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 7:58 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 You can also use the windows key command ctrl 0 to hide, but unfortunately the ctrl shift 0 to unhide no longer works beginning with JAWS 13 Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 1:36 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 Hello Annette: In order to hide data in excel 2010 first, select the range of data you are wanting to hide. Next, access the format command of the home ribbon or simply press the key tip alt h followed by O. Now arrow up until you arrive to the hide and unhide submenu, expand the submenu, use your up and down arrow keys and press enter on the preferred choice. To unhide, you must select the data before and after the hidden range, for example, if you have row c hidden, select rows b and d. Return to the format command of the home ribbon, back to the hide and unhide submenu and press enter on the preferred choice. hth Kimsan Song: Online Access Technology Trainer Phone: (509) 396-1646 Website: www.BlindAccessTraining.com Twitter: @BlindAccess -Original Message- From: Annette Carr Sent: Monday, September 17, 2012 6:45 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel2010 I would like to hide and unhide individual columns in Excel 2010. I am using JAWS12 on a Windows7 machine. Can anyone tell me how to do this? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] links won't open on a web page
I've run into this with JAWS 12 and I.E.8 on 3 different computers running Windows7. Sometimes it is the same website that gives me trouble across all 3 computers, and other websites act differently across computers. Here is what I do when I press enter on a link and nothing happens: 1. Press the up or down arrow once to move off of the link. 2. Press the opposite arrow to move back onto the link. 3. Open the applications menu. 4. Make a selection between Open, Open in new tab, open in new window, by arrowing to what I want and pressing Enter. My guess is that maybe it has something to do with how the website is set up or maybe something to do with security settings on each of the computers. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Tom Sent: Thursday, September 20, 2012 10:42 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] links won't open on a web page it's not the fact that I can't open links anywhere, it's only on this one web page. -Original Message- From: Norman King Sent: Thursday, September 20, 2012 8:26 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] links won't open on a web page Can you give a link so we can check it out? On Sep 20, 2012 7:35 PM, "Tom Clary" wrote: > i really have no idea why, but today, when i opened a web paged > I've visited many times before, I'm not able to open any link, and > when i try to do this, "continue" is all i hear. anyone have any idea? > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad
Ok, thanks. I will see if I can get help checking it out. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Thursday, September 20, 2012 11:49 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Hi Annette: I asked someone today and the person said on my del machine, on the F five key, it has a picture of the touch pad. Kimsan Song: Online Access Technology Trainer Phone: (509) 396-1646 Website: www.BlindAccessTraining.com Twitter: @BlindAccess -Original Message- From: Annette Carr Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 4:27 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Can you get someone to describe the symbol on the F5 key so that I can see if I can get someone to match it up with my keyboard? Thanks, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 3:36 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Using the fn key with one of the function keys might even disable it. However, instead of pressing fn and all of the function keys one after another might not be a good idea because you will not know what might happen. lol, I just don't want to distruct your machine. However, I have a del lattitude and pressing function key 5 and the fn key disables my touch pad. Just a thought. Kimsan Song: Online Access Technology Trainer Phone: (509) 396-1646 Website: www.BlindAccessTraining.com Twitter: @BlindAccess -Original Message- From: david Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 5:58 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Hello try; 1, control panel, 2, m=mouse link, enter, You're in the mouse properties, 3, shift+tab once, you'll land on, Buttons tab, 4, right arrow until you hear; Devices tab, Now you should see your mousepad, Tab enter on disable. Hope this helps. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 8:34 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Does anyone know how to turn off the mouse pad on a Dell Latitude 6410 running Windows7 and JAWS 12? Turning off the 2 buttons below the mouse pad and the 3 above it is not necessary, just the actual mouse pad. But if the buttons get turned off as well, that is fine. Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad
Can you get someone to describe the symbol on the F5 key so that I can see if I can get someone to match it up with my keyboard? Thanks, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 3:36 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Using the fn key with one of the function keys might even disable it. However, instead of pressing fn and all of the function keys one after another might not be a good idea because you will not know what might happen. lol, I just don't want to distruct your machine. However, I have a del lattitude and pressing function key 5 and the fn key disables my touch pad. Just a thought. Kimsan Song: Online Access Technology Trainer Phone: (509) 396-1646 Website: www.BlindAccessTraining.com Twitter: @BlindAccess -Original Message- From: david Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 5:58 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Hello try; 1, control panel, 2, m=mouse link, enter, You're in the mouse properties, 3, shift+tab once, you'll land on, Buttons tab, 4, right arrow until you hear; Devices tab, Now you should see your mousepad, Tab enter on disable. Hope this helps. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 8:34 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Does anyone know how to turn off the mouse pad on a Dell Latitude 6410 running Windows7 and JAWS 12? Turning off the 2 buttons below the mouse pad and the 3 above it is not necessary, just the actual mouse pad. But if the buttons get turned off as well, that is fine. Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010
Thank you all. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 7:58 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 You can also use the windows key command ctrl 0 to hide, but unfortunately the ctrl shift 0 to unhide no longer works beginning with JAWS 13 Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 1:36 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel 2010 Hello Annette: In order to hide data in excel 2010 first, select the range of data you are wanting to hide. Next, access the format command of the home ribbon or simply press the key tip alt h followed by O. Now arrow up until you arrive to the hide and unhide submenu, expand the submenu, use your up and down arrow keys and press enter on the preferred choice. To unhide, you must select the data before and after the hidden range, for example, if you have row c hidden, select rows b and d. Return to the format command of the home ribbon, back to the hide and unhide submenu and press enter on the preferred choice. hth Kimsan Song: Online Access Technology Trainer Phone: (509) 396-1646 Website: www.BlindAccessTraining.com Twitter: @BlindAccess -Original Message- From: Annette Carr Sent: Monday, September 17, 2012 6:45 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel2010 I would like to hide and unhide individual columns in Excel 2010. I am using JAWS12 on a Windows7 machine. Can anyone tell me how to do this? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] searching for a file
After doing a lot of searching, I found a way to search for a file with a specific modified date. Once you have opened the drive or folder where you want to look for a file, tab to the search box and type: System.DateModified:mm/dd/ Be aware that there are capital letters and lower case ones. I do not know if it matters if you have to be case sensitive. You will also need to do a 2 digit month and day, and a 4 digit year. Now I've got to be honest, I did not finish typing in the above text. At some point I heard JAWS announcing something and I then found that I could use my up and down arrows to select if I wanted to look for a file from last week, earlier this week, yesterday, etc. I picked yesterday and pressed enter and I got the results I needed. Here is the URL to where I found this info: http://windows.microsoft.com/is-IS/windows7/Advanced-tips-for-searching-in-W indows Once on the webpage, press T and you will find a small table with examples of other search terms. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 11:05 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] searching for a file I want to find all files that were modified on a specific date that are stored on an external hard drive. I am using Windows 7 and JAWS 12. Can anyone help me? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] searching for a file
I want to find all files that were modified on a specific date that are stored on an external hard drive. I am using Windows 7 and JAWS 12. Can anyone help me? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad
My personal laptop has a button above the mouse pad that lets me toggle the mouse pad on and off, and I love it. This work laptop has one of those "eraser" type mouse sticks in the middle of the keyboard. I'm thinking that if I turn off the mouse pad, the mouse stick will still be active. If not, the mouse dependent people will just have to move over to my side of the keyboard. Smile!! Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of mark Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 9:51 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Hi David, I have often wished I could turn off the mouse pad on my laptop. Thank you for the information. My one concern about turning it off is what do I do when I need sighted assistance occasionally? Is there some way of making a mouse pad toggle key combination? God bless, Mark God Loves you! You can visit my website at: http://christiantraditions.info Twitter Page: https://twitter.com/TorgersonMark My Authors Page is: httP://www.amazon.com/author/marktorgerson -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of david Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 5:59 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Hello try; 1, control panel, 2, m=mouse link, enter, You're in the mouse properties, 3, shift+tab once, you'll land on, Buttons tab, 4, right arrow until you hear; Devices tab, Now you should see your mousepad, Tab enter on disable. Hope this helps. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 8:34 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad Does anyone know how to turn off the mouse pad on a Dell Latitude 6410 running Windows7 and JAWS 12? Turning off the 2 buttons below the mouse pad and the 3 above it is not necessary, just the actual mouse pad. But if the buttons get turned off as well, that is fine. Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] Turning off the mouse pad
Does anyone know how to turn off the mouse pad on a Dell Latitude 6410 running Windows7 and JAWS 12? Turning off the 2 buttons below the mouse pad and the 3 above it is not necessary, just the actual mouse pad. But if the buttons get turned off as well, that is fine. Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Need an alternative to the Applications Key
Thank you all for helping me through this senior moment. I appear to be catching up to David. Smile!!! -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Sharon Gosling Sent: Tuesday, September 18, 2012 8:10 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Need an alternative to the Applications Key Shift plus F10 brings up the context menu normally brought up with the applications key when one is available. Sherrie . -Original Message- From: Annette Carr Sent: Monday, September 17, 2012 9:48 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Need an alternative to the Applications Key I'm using a loaner laptop from work and it does not have an Applications Key on it. Is there another way to bring up the context menus? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] Need an alternative to the Applications Key
I'm using a loaner laptop from work and it does not have an Applications Key on it. Is there another way to bring up the context menus? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] How to hide columns in Excel2010
I would like to hide and unhide individual columns in Excel 2010. I am using JAWS12 on a Windows7 machine. Can anyone tell me how to do this? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Inserting Rows in Excel - Was: adding amounts in cell columns
You can also use the Applications Key and arrow down to Insert and then down to Row, column, etc. There are initial letters that you can use for this, but off of the top of my head, I can't remember them. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of William Gallik Sent: Sunday, September 02, 2012 3:27 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Inserting Rows in Excel - Was: adding amounts in cell columns For the sake of example, let's say you want to insert a new empty row between Row 6 and Row 7. To do this: - position the cursor on any cell of Row 7. - use the +I keystrokes to request insertion. - Then use the R key to create the new empty Row 7. All subsequent rows (including the former Row 7) will have been incremented by 1. You can do something similar to insert a new column, but after the +I keystrokes use the C key to create the new empty column You could also use the menu/ribbon, but I really can't find the row/column specific items on the ribbon so I can't tell you how to do that. Holland's Boy, Bill - "Of all the things I've lost, I miss my mind the most." - unknown -- but I'm sure any one of a number of us could claim it as our own! ;-) For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8
Thanks for the suggestion, but I've tried it and it does not work. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of John Justice Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 3:11 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Ann Annette, I have found that using Control+Enter will sometimes activate a link which doesn't ordinarily respond to the normal Enter key, alone. This happens a lot with the Apple ITunes store. I'm not sure why. I do remember reading something about what were called Safety Links, links which would not respond unless a certain key combination was used with the Enter key. This might be way off base but I hope it helps. John and Linda Justice With guide dogs Jake and Zachary PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 5:38 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 As I stated in my original message, I am using Windows7, I.E.8 and JAWS 12. So far the only thing that I have found that works is navigating to the link, press enter and if nothing happens, use the applications key to use Open, Open in new tab or Open in new window. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Sharon Gosling Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 12:51 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 I am using Windows 7 Jaws 11 and IE 9 and the same thing happens on many websites. I know it is a link but I can't get it to work using enter, space bar, left mouse key, or even trying to locate it in Jaws cursor. Very annoying as some of these are vital such as "Print coupons". I was told by FS that Jaws 11 would not work with IE9 so I am curious as to whether this is happening with higher versions of Jaws. Thanks, Sherrie Gosling -Original Message- From: David Ferrin Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 11:16 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 F5 always refreshes my screen. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. - Original Message - From: "David" To: Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 10:50 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Hello there; Did you mean to say f6? F5 will do nothing for you. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 10:33 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 I have used both Insert+ESC and F5 with no change. I am not losing focus as I remain on the link I am trying to activate. I've used Control+Tab to move away from that tab and added the Shift key to the command to move back with no difference. The problem is definitely website dependent as I can go back to the problem sites and continue to experience the problem. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 10:04 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Hello there; Have you tried refreshing the screen with insert+escape. Although I'm using IE9, Sometimes this happens, I just press the f6-key, This seems to bring the page To focus; Or maybe, try; press ctrl+f6 this places you at the top of the page. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 9:42 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 I've tried Insert+7 without success, as well as Tab and Shift+Tab and Alt+Tab. It really makes no sense to me and has me stumped. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hamid AITOUZNAG Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 4:28 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Hi all, Annette, in addition to what other listers have suggested, try these alternatives: Sometimes, you may need to press insert plus f7 and click on the desired link from within the list of links to make it work. Another solution you may try is to tab or shift tab away from the link, t
Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8
I think I have already tried using the arrow keys to ensure I was on the link and it did not fix the problem. But I will give it a try again to be sure. Thanks, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Norman King Sent: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 5:46 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 You might have to press the right arrow a couple of times to make sure you are on the link. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 1:16 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Hi All, I have been finding a number of websites in which I am unable to activate the links on that page. When I hear JAWS announce that I am on a link, I press the Enter key. In more and more situations, nothing happens. I have tried using the applications key and have found that Open is not a choice on the menu until I have attempted at least once to use the Enter key to activate the link without success. So the sequence looks like this: . Navigate to the desired link . Activate the application menu and find that open is not on the menu. . Press Escape to close the applications menu. . Ensure that I am really on the link. . Press the Enter key to try and activate the link. . If nothing happens, activate the applications key. . Select Open, Open in new tab or Open in new window, and then press the Enter key. . The link is now activated and the new page is opened. I am using I.E. 8, Office 2010, and JAWS 12 on a Windows7 64bit computer. I've even tried JAWS 11. I have not gotten around to trying JAWS 13. Does anyone have any ideas to why this is happening? Is it a JAWS issue, an I.E. issue or a Security setting? Is there a way to change it? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8
As I stated in my original message, I am using Windows7, I.E.8 and JAWS 12. So far the only thing that I have found that works is navigating to the link, press enter and if nothing happens, use the applications key to use Open, Open in new tab or Open in new window. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Sharon Gosling Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 12:51 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 I am using Windows 7 Jaws 11 and IE 9 and the same thing happens on many websites. I know it is a link but I can't get it to work using enter, space bar, left mouse key, or even trying to locate it in Jaws cursor. Very annoying as some of these are vital such as "Print coupons". I was told by FS that Jaws 11 would not work with IE9 so I am curious as to whether this is happening with higher versions of Jaws. Thanks, Sherrie Gosling -Original Message- From: David Ferrin Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 11:16 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 F5 always refreshes my screen. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. - Original Message - From: "David" To: Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 10:50 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Hello there; Did you mean to say f6? F5 will do nothing for you. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 10:33 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 I have used both Insert+ESC and F5 with no change. I am not losing focus as I remain on the link I am trying to activate. I've used Control+Tab to move away from that tab and added the Shift key to the command to move back with no difference. The problem is definitely website dependent as I can go back to the problem sites and continue to experience the problem. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 10:04 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Hello there; Have you tried refreshing the screen with insert+escape. Although I'm using IE9, Sometimes this happens, I just press the f6-key, This seems to bring the page To focus; Or maybe, try; press ctrl+f6 this places you at the top of the page. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 9:42 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 I've tried Insert+7 without success, as well as Tab and Shift+Tab and Alt+Tab. It really makes no sense to me and has me stumped. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hamid AITOUZNAG Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 4:28 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Hi all, Annette, in addition to what other listers have suggested, try these alternatives: Sometimes, you may need to press insert plus f7 and click on the desired link from within the list of links to make it work. Another solution you may try is to tab or shift tab away from the link, then tab back to it and press enter. Remember, don't use the arrow keys, use tab instead. Jaws uses a virtual buffer which sometimes doesn't interact properly with some of the webpage elements. Hope that helps! Hamid AITOUZNAG "We never value what we have until we lose it!" "Be careful how you treat people on your way up because you might meet them again on your way down!!!" Skype: hamidgeni Twitter: hamidgeni On 28/05/2012 02:47, Annette Carr wrote: > This is what I am already doing, but I'd like to know why I have to do > this and if there is a way that I can go back to just pressing enter > on the link. > > Annette > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of kerryn > gunness > Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 4:43 PM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > > u can try, navigating to the link, press application key, arrow down > to open in new window and press enter, that link would open in a new i > e window. > > Ker
Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8
F5 does not fix the problem. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Rick Justice Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 3:09 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 F5 should refresh the web page in Internet Explorer. HTH, Rick Justice - Original Message - From: "David Ferrin" To: Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 9:17 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Shift enter does not force a link to open. That is the bypass key for the pop up blocker. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 10:55 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Have u tried shift-enter to fource the links to open? - Original Message - From: "Annette Carr" To: Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 6:47 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > This is what I am already doing, but I'd like to know why I have to do > this > and if there is a way that I can go back to just pressing enter on the > link. > > Annette > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of kerryn > gunness > Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 4:43 PM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > > u can try, navigating to the link, press application key, arrow down to > open > in new window and press enter, that link would open in a new i e window. > > Kerryn Gunness > Death and life are in the power of the tongue > - Original Message - > From: "Annette Carr" > To: > Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 1:16 PM > Subject: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > > >> Hi All, >> >> >> >> I have been finding a number of websites in which I am unable to activate >> the links on that page. When I hear JAWS announce that I am on a link, I >> press the Enter key. In more and more situations, nothing happens. I >> have >> tried using the applications key and have found that Open is not a choice >> on >> the menu until I have attempted at least once to use the Enter key to >> activate the link without success. So the sequence looks like this: >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> . Navigate to the desired link >> >> . Activate the application menu and find that open is not on the >> menu. >> >> . Press Escape to close the applications menu. >> >> . Ensure that I am really on the link. >> >> . Press the Enter key to try and activate the link. >> >> . If nothing happens, activate the applications key. >> >> . Select Open, Open in new tab or Open in new window, and then >> press >> the Enter key. >> >> . The link is now activated and the new page is opened. >> >> >> >> I am using I.E. 8, Office 2010, and JAWS 12 on a Windows7 64bit computer. >> I've even tried JAWS 11. I have not gotten around to trying JAWS 13. >> >> >> >> Does anyone have any ideas to why this is happening? Is it a JAWS issue, >> an >> I.E. issue or a Security setting? Is there a way to change it? >> >> >> >> Thanks, >> >> Annette >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8
I have used both Insert+ESC and F5 with no change. I am not losing focus as I remain on the link I am trying to activate. I've used Control+Tab to move away from that tab and added the Shift key to the command to move back with no difference. The problem is definitely website dependent as I can go back to the problem sites and continue to experience the problem. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 10:04 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Hello there; Have you tried refreshing the screen with insert+escape. Although I'm using IE9, Sometimes this happens, I just press the f6-key, This seems to bring the page To focus; Or maybe, try; press ctrl+f6 this places you at the top of the page. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 9:42 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 I've tried Insert+7 without success, as well as Tab and Shift+Tab and Alt+Tab. It really makes no sense to me and has me stumped. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hamid AITOUZNAG Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 4:28 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Hi all, Annette, in addition to what other listers have suggested, try these alternatives: Sometimes, you may need to press insert plus f7 and click on the desired link from within the list of links to make it work. Another solution you may try is to tab or shift tab away from the link, then tab back to it and press enter. Remember, don't use the arrow keys, use tab instead. Jaws uses a virtual buffer which sometimes doesn't interact properly with some of the webpage elements. Hope that helps! Hamid AITOUZNAG "We never value what we have until we lose it!" "Be careful how you treat people on your way up because you might meet them again on your way down!!!" Skype: hamidgeni Twitter: hamidgeni On 28/05/2012 02:47, Annette Carr wrote: > This is what I am already doing, but I'd like to know why I have to do > this and if there is a way that I can go back to just pressing enter > on the link. > > Annette > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of kerryn > gunness > Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 4:43 PM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > > u can try, navigating to the link, press application key, arrow down > to open in new window and press enter, that link would open in a new i > e window. > > Kerryn Gunness > Death and life are in the power of the tongue > - Original Message - > From: "Annette Carr" > To: > Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 1:16 PM > Subject: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > > >> Hi All, >> >> >> >> I have been finding a number of websites in which I am unable to >> activate the links on that page. When I hear JAWS announce that I am >> on a link, I press the Enter key. In more and more situations, >> nothing happens. I have tried using the applications key and have >> found that Open is not a choice on the menu until I have attempted at >> least once to use the Enter key to activate the link without success. >> So the sequence looks like this: >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> . Navigate to the desired link >> >> . Activate the application menu and find that open is not on the >> menu. >> >> . Press Escape to close the applications menu. >> >> . Ensure that I am really on the link. >> >> . Press the Enter key to try and activate the link. >> >> . If nothing happens, activate the applications key. >> >> . Select Open, Open in new tab or Open in new window, and then >> press >> the Enter key. >> >> . The link is now activated and the new page is opened. >> >> >> >> I am using I.E. 8, Office 2010, and JAWS 12 on a Windows7 64bit computer. >> I've even tried JAWS 11. I have not gotten around to trying JAWS 13. >> >> >> >> Does anyone have any ideas to why this is happening? Is it a JAWS >> issue, an I.E. issu
Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8
I've tried Insert+7 without success, as well as Tab and Shift+Tab and Alt+Tab. It really makes no sense to me and has me stumped. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hamid AITOUZNAG Sent: Monday, May 28, 2012 4:28 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Hi all, Annette, in addition to what other listers have suggested, try these alternatives: Sometimes, you may need to press insert plus f7 and click on the desired link from within the list of links to make it work. Another solution you may try is to tab or shift tab away from the link, then tab back to it and press enter. Remember, don't use the arrow keys, use tab instead. Jaws uses a virtual buffer which sometimes doesn't interact properly with some of the webpage elements. Hope that helps! Hamid AITOUZNAG "We never value what we have until we lose it!" "Be careful how you treat people on your way up because you might meet them again on your way down!!!" Skype: hamidgeni Twitter: hamidgeni On 28/05/2012 02:47, Annette Carr wrote: > This is what I am already doing, but I'd like to know why I have to do > this and if there is a way that I can go back to just pressing enter on the link. > > Annette > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of kerryn > gunness > Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 4:43 PM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > > u can try, navigating to the link, press application key, arrow down > to open in new window and press enter, that link would open in a new i e window. > > Kerryn Gunness > Death and life are in the power of the tongue > - Original Message - > From: "Annette Carr" > To: > Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 1:16 PM > Subject: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > > >> Hi All, >> >> >> >> I have been finding a number of websites in which I am unable to >> activate the links on that page. When I hear JAWS announce that I am >> on a link, I press the Enter key. In more and more situations, >> nothing happens. I have tried using the applications key and have >> found that Open is not a choice on the menu until I have attempted at >> least once to use the Enter key to activate the link without success. >> So the sequence looks like this: >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> . Navigate to the desired link >> >> . Activate the application menu and find that open is not on the >> menu. >> >> . Press Escape to close the applications menu. >> >> . Ensure that I am really on the link. >> >> . Press the Enter key to try and activate the link. >> >> . If nothing happens, activate the applications key. >> >> . Select Open, Open in new tab or Open in new window, and then >> press >> the Enter key. >> >> . The link is now activated and the new page is opened. >> >> >> >> I am using I.E. 8, Office 2010, and JAWS 12 on a Windows7 64bit computer. >> I've even tried JAWS 11. I have not gotten around to trying JAWS 13. >> >> >> >> Does anyone have any ideas to why this is happening? Is it a JAWS >> issue, an I.E. issue or a Security setting? Is there a way to change >> it? >> >> >> >> Thanks, >> >> Annette >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8
Shift+Enter did not work. But something in the back of my mind says that Shift+Enter was for something else. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 10:55 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 Have u tried shift-enter to fource the links to open? - Original Message - From: "Annette Carr" To: Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 6:47 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > This is what I am already doing, but I'd like to know why I have to do > this > and if there is a way that I can go back to just pressing enter on the > link. > > Annette > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of kerryn > gunness > Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 4:43 PM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > > u can try, navigating to the link, press application key, arrow down to > open > in new window and press enter, that link would open in a new i e window. > > Kerryn Gunness > Death and life are in the power of the tongue > - Original Message - > From: "Annette Carr" > To: > Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 1:16 PM > Subject: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > > >> Hi All, >> >> >> >> I have been finding a number of websites in which I am unable to activate >> the links on that page. When I hear JAWS announce that I am on a link, I >> press the Enter key. In more and more situations, nothing happens. I >> have >> tried using the applications key and have found that Open is not a choice >> on >> the menu until I have attempted at least once to use the Enter key to >> activate the link without success. So the sequence looks like this: >> >> >> >> >> >> >> >> . Navigate to the desired link >> >> . Activate the application menu and find that open is not on the >> menu. >> >> . Press Escape to close the applications menu. >> >> . Ensure that I am really on the link. >> >> . Press the Enter key to try and activate the link. >> >> . If nothing happens, activate the applications key. >> >> . Select Open, Open in new tab or Open in new window, and then >> press >> the Enter key. >> >> . The link is now activated and the new page is opened. >> >> >> >> I am using I.E. 8, Office 2010, and JAWS 12 on a Windows7 64bit computer. >> I've even tried JAWS 11. I have not gotten around to trying JAWS 13. >> >> >> >> Does anyone have any ideas to why this is happening? Is it a JAWS issue, >> an >> I.E. issue or a Security setting? Is there a way to change it? >> >> >> >> Thanks, >> >> Annette >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8
This is what I am already doing, but I'd like to know why I have to do this and if there is a way that I can go back to just pressing enter on the link. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of kerryn gunness Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 4:43 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 u can try, navigating to the link, press application key, arrow down to open in new window and press enter, that link would open in a new i e window. Kerryn Gunness Death and life are in the power of the tongue - Original Message - From: "Annette Carr" To: Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2012 1:16 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8 > Hi All, > > > > I have been finding a number of websites in which I am unable to activate > the links on that page. When I hear JAWS announce that I am on a link, I > press the Enter key. In more and more situations, nothing happens. I > have > tried using the applications key and have found that Open is not a choice > on > the menu until I have attempted at least once to use the Enter key to > activate the link without success. So the sequence looks like this: > > > > > > > > . Navigate to the desired link > > . Activate the application menu and find that open is not on the > menu. > > . Press Escape to close the applications menu. > > . Ensure that I am really on the link. > > . Press the Enter key to try and activate the link. > > . If nothing happens, activate the applications key. > > . Select Open, Open in new tab or Open in new window, and then > press > the Enter key. > > . The link is now activated and the new page is opened. > > > > I am using I.E. 8, Office 2010, and JAWS 12 on a Windows7 64bit computer. > I've even tried JAWS 11. I have not gotten around to trying JAWS 13. > > > > Does anyone have any ideas to why this is happening? Is it a JAWS issue, > an > I.E. issue or a Security setting? Is there a way to change it? > > > > Thanks, > > Annette > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] Cannot activate some links in I.E. 8
Hi All, I have been finding a number of websites in which I am unable to activate the links on that page. When I hear JAWS announce that I am on a link, I press the Enter key. In more and more situations, nothing happens. I have tried using the applications key and have found that Open is not a choice on the menu until I have attempted at least once to use the Enter key to activate the link without success. So the sequence looks like this: . Navigate to the desired link . Activate the application menu and find that open is not on the menu. . Press Escape to close the applications menu. . Ensure that I am really on the link. . Press the Enter key to try and activate the link. . If nothing happens, activate the applications key. . Select Open, Open in new tab or Open in new window, and then press the Enter key. . The link is now activated and the new page is opened. I am using I.E. 8, Office 2010, and JAWS 12 on a Windows7 64bit computer. I've even tried JAWS 11. I have not gotten around to trying JAWS 13. Does anyone have any ideas to why this is happening? Is it a JAWS issue, an I.E. issue or a Security setting? Is there a way to change it? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Word and paragraphs
I'm not 100% that this will help you, but you might want to give it a try: 1. Tap ALT to move to the ribbon. 2. Navigate to the Home tab. 3. Press enter to open the home menu. 4. Press TAB until you get to Line and Paragraph spacing. This is around 30 plus presses of the TAB key. Of course there is a short cut, but I believe in doing it manually first. 5. Press enter to open this menu and arrow down to something that says options. 6. Tab until you get to a check box that talks about space between paragraphs and check or uncheck it as needed. Hopefully this will do the trick. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Brad Dunsé Sent: Saturday, February 18, 2012 2:05 PM To: Blind Computing Subject: [Blind-Computing] Word and paragraphs Word 2010 and Jaws 13. When I hit a hard carriage return, it puts an entire line between paragraphs which I don't want, and also Jaws does not show the space when arrowing up and down through the document. Is there a way to fix this? I've not set any paragraph settings or line spacing or anything different than what was out of the box. I really wish Microsoft would not impose these sort of assumptions. Thanks in advance for any help you might have. I need to find a solution ASAP. Brad For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View
Or, maybe there are different versions of Office 2010. Next week when I get back in the office, I will check it out and see what happens on my work computer running Windows 7, Office 2010 and JAWS 12. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Saturday, January 07, 2012 6:59 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Annette, OK, finally had time to check this out. I was able to duplicate in JAWS 12 with and without virtual ribbons. Must be because I'm using XP and you are using Windows 7? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 2:57 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Ok, let me know what you find out. I'm not using the virtual ribbon, so that might be the issue. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 2:26 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Annette, Can't think of any. I'm using XP Pro, JAWS 13 and the virtual ribbons. Later I'll send myself something and turn off the virtual ribbons and see if that may be it. I still have JAWS 12 too so will play with that too and let you know Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 2:12 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Hi Al, F6 and then down arrow is not working for me. I am using Office 2010 on a Window7 machine running JAWS 12. When I press F6 the down arrow moves me through 3 browsing options. Any ideas on why it is not working for me? Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 1:13 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Thank you, that is faster and easier than what I have been doing. I will give this a try next time. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 8:32 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View You can also hit F6 key and arrow down to enabling editing. This is not a permanent fix but just for the current document. Need to trust the source, however Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 6:22 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View It sounds like you need to disable protective view. This is something new with Office 2010, and might have also been a part of Office 2007 when a file is sent to you from somewhere else. I'm going to give you some directions below, but since I do not have a protected doc to open I cannot be sure of the exact wording of some of the items you need to select. 1. Alt+F to open the File menu. 2. Down arrow to the Information Tab. 3. Right arrow to Enable. 4. Press enter. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong Tuan Nam Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2012 9:38 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Hello all, I have some excel files. But when I open, Jaws read the titles and protected view. I cannot navigate in sheet by arrow keys. The document is still there, when using virtual Windows, Jaws can read. A few weeks ago, I read the files normally. Could anyone help me solve this. I use Office 2010, Windows 7 32 bit and Jaws 12. I much appreciate your help. Thanks in advance, Nam Duong Tuan Nam Email: tuannamdu...@gmail.com Yahoo ID: tuannamfriend Skype Name: duongtuannam1992 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws
Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View
Ok, let me know what you find out. I'm not using the virtual ribbon, so that might be the issue. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 2:26 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Annette, Can't think of any. I'm using XP Pro, JAWS 13 and the virtual ribbons. Later I'll send myself something and turn off the virtual ribbons and see if that may be it. I still have JAWS 12 too so will play with that too and let you know Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 2:12 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Hi Al, F6 and then down arrow is not working for me. I am using Office 2010 on a Window7 machine running JAWS 12. When I press F6 the down arrow moves me through 3 browsing options. Any ideas on why it is not working for me? Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 1:13 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Thank you, that is faster and easier than what I have been doing. I will give this a try next time. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 8:32 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View You can also hit F6 key and arrow down to enabling editing. This is not a permanent fix but just for the current document. Need to trust the source, however Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 6:22 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View It sounds like you need to disable protective view. This is something new with Office 2010, and might have also been a part of Office 2007 when a file is sent to you from somewhere else. I'm going to give you some directions below, but since I do not have a protected doc to open I cannot be sure of the exact wording of some of the items you need to select. 1. Alt+F to open the File menu. 2. Down arrow to the Information Tab. 3. Right arrow to Enable. 4. Press enter. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong Tuan Nam Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2012 9:38 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Hello all, I have some excel files. But when I open, Jaws read the titles and protected view. I cannot navigate in sheet by arrow keys. The document is still there, when using virtual Windows, Jaws can read. A few weeks ago, I read the files normally. Could anyone help me solve this. I use Office 2010, Windows 7 32 bit and Jaws 12. I much appreciate your help. Thanks in advance, Nam Duong Tuan Nam Email: tuannamdu...@gmail.com Yahoo ID: tuannamfriend Skype Name: duongtuannam1992 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View
Hi Al, F6 and then down arrow is not working for me. I am using Office 2010 on a Window7 machine running JAWS 12. When I press F6 the down arrow moves me through 3 browsing options. Any ideas on why it is not working for me? Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 1:13 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Thank you, that is faster and easier than what I have been doing. I will give this a try next time. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 8:32 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View You can also hit F6 key and arrow down to enabling editing. This is not a permanent fix but just for the current document. Need to trust the source, however Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 6:22 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View It sounds like you need to disable protective view. This is something new with Office 2010, and might have also been a part of Office 2007 when a file is sent to you from somewhere else. I'm going to give you some directions below, but since I do not have a protected doc to open I cannot be sure of the exact wording of some of the items you need to select. 1. Alt+F to open the File menu. 2. Down arrow to the Information Tab. 3. Right arrow to Enable. 4. Press enter. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong Tuan Nam Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2012 9:38 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Hello all, I have some excel files. But when I open, Jaws read the titles and protected view. I cannot navigate in sheet by arrow keys. The document is still there, when using virtual Windows, Jaws can read. A few weeks ago, I read the files normally. Could anyone help me solve this. I use Office 2010, Windows 7 32 bit and Jaws 12. I much appreciate your help. Thanks in advance, Nam Duong Tuan Nam Email: tuannamdu...@gmail.com Yahoo ID: tuannamfriend Skype Name: duongtuannam1992 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View
Thank you, that is faster and easier than what I have been doing. I will give this a try next time. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 8:32 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View You can also hit F6 key and arrow down to enabling editing. This is not a permanent fix but just for the current document. Need to trust the source, however Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 6:22 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View It sounds like you need to disable protective view. This is something new with Office 2010, and might have also been a part of Office 2007 when a file is sent to you from somewhere else. I'm going to give you some directions below, but since I do not have a protected doc to open I cannot be sure of the exact wording of some of the items you need to select. 1. Alt+F to open the File menu. 2. Down arrow to the Information Tab. 3. Right arrow to Enable. 4. Press enter. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong Tuan Nam Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2012 9:38 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Hello all, I have some excel files. But when I open, Jaws read the titles and protected view. I cannot navigate in sheet by arrow keys. The document is still there, when using virtual Windows, Jaws can read. A few weeks ago, I read the files normally. Could anyone help me solve this. I use Office 2010, Windows 7 32 bit and Jaws 12. I much appreciate your help. Thanks in advance, Nam Duong Tuan Nam Email: tuannamdu...@gmail.com Yahoo ID: tuannamfriend Skype Name: duongtuannam1992 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View
It sounds like you need to disable protective view. This is something new with Office 2010, and might have also been a part of Office 2007 when a file is sent to you from somewhere else. I'm going to give you some directions below, but since I do not have a protected doc to open I cannot be sure of the exact wording of some of the items you need to select. 1. Alt+F to open the File menu. 2. Down arrow to the Information Tab. 3. Right arrow to Enable. 4. Press enter. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong Tuan Nam Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2012 9:38 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Hello all, I have some excel files. But when I open, Jaws read the titles and protected view. I cannot navigate in sheet by arrow keys. The document is still there, when using virtual Windows, Jaws can read. A few weeks ago, I read the files normally. Could anyone help me solve this. I use Office 2010, Windows 7 32 bit and Jaws 12. I much appreciate your help. Thanks in advance, Nam Duong Tuan Nam Email: tuannamdu...@gmail.com Yahoo ID: tuannamfriend Skype Name: duongtuannam1992 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] a further excel question
I do not remember your original question, but I'm assuming that you want to sort the information in the spreadsheet based on the data for each record in a particular column. If that is correct, then you will need to select sort from the data menu. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Cliff Smales Sent: Wednesday, January 04, 2012 2:43 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] a further excel question A short while ago, I submitted the following question, about which I have another question. Each month, I do a spreadsheet for two bowling leagues with which I also bowl. Is there a command by which I can have my excel program, excel 2003, list the bowlers by placement, first to last? I understand that I have to use the data menu, with which I'm totally unfamiliar. Which choice on that menu do I use? I which to have our bowlers listed top to bottom, first to last, including scores and averages. Any and all help will be appreciated. My office suite is Microsoft 2003. I'm using windows, XP, Professional. Many thanks for your help, Cliff Smales For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Laptop screen silver but no picture
If it is the actual display/screen that is not working, they can be replaced. If it is the video card/chip, replacing it will depend on the computer and the video card/chip connection to the mother board. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Arianna Sent: Monday, January 02, 2012 6:37 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Laptop screen silver but no picture I have a perfectly working Dell laptop here, but as the subject states, the screen shows no picture. Is there any hope for this screen? If so, what do I need to do to fix it? Grate for any help, Arianna For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Scanning & organizing bills
The NeatReceipt and Neat Desk scanners come with their own OCR software that include a database and a way to import the captured data to various spreadsheets and databases, including Excel and Outlook. I am trying to find out if anyone has tried to use JAWS with these products. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Misty Dawn Bradley Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 1:14 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Scanning & organizing bills Hi, I am using an HP all in one scanner with Abby Fine Reader or ReadIris 12. I have never used the Neat Receipts scanner or Neat Desk scanner before, but I guess the accessibility all depends on the software that comes with it and also what OCR software that you use to scan the papers with. Misty Dawn Bradley mistydbrad...@gmail.com - Original Message - From: "Alan Robbins" To: Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 9:26 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Scanning & organizing bills >I use Open Book with the Pearl Camera. Do you have any > scanning software? > > Al > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of > Annette Carr > Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 7:35 AM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: [Blind-Computing] Scanning & organizing bills > > Hi All, > > > > Has anyone used either the NeatReceipts scanner or the > NeatDesk scanner > systems? Are they products that you can achieve full access > to with JAWS? > Does anyone have other suggestions for moving personal, > household & medical > bills, mail and other pieces of paper to an electronic > format for > organization, storage and ease of access when you need the > info? > > > > Thanks, > > Annette > > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list > visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Scanning & organizing bills
I do not want to use OpenBook or Kurzweil for this. It would mean saving each file twice and manually extracting the needed data for a spreadsheet or database. Thanks, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 9:26 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Scanning & organizing bills I use Open Book with the Pearl Camera. Do you have any scanning software? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 7:35 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Scanning & organizing bills Hi All, Has anyone used either the NeatReceipts scanner or the NeatDesk scanner systems? Are they products that you can achieve full access to with JAWS? Does anyone have other suggestions for moving personal, household & medical bills, mail and other pieces of paper to an electronic format for organization, storage and ease of access when you need the info? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] Scanning & organizing bills
Hi All, Has anyone used either the NeatReceipts scanner or the NeatDesk scanner systems? Are they products that you can achieve full access to with JAWS? Does anyone have other suggestions for moving personal, household & medical bills, mail and other pieces of paper to an electronic format for organization, storage and ease of access when you need the info? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Software for converting audio files into text/doc
There might be a tool in the Google Accessibility Tools. I know they have one that is used to capture the audio of a video to create captions. There mioght be an option for uploading a MP3 file to have it converted into text. How clean is the audio quality? Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Silpa Mallipeddi Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2011 12:07 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Software for converting audio files into text/doc Hi All: I would like to know if there is any software to convert audio files into text or word documents. Thanks and regards, Silpa. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12?
Well, the last time I used PowerPoint JAWS did not read anything more than the title of the slide when in the presentation. Maybe it has improved and someone else on this list can advise you. If you are only hearing the title then you need to ask for the file with the individual slides, not the final presentation. If you do not want to get involved with navigating the individual slides, then ask for the PowerPoint to be converted to Word. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Maria Campbell Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 11:03 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? I only get to look at the presentations, thank heavens I think. Sunny Day Maria Campbell lucky1i...@sbcglobal.net When the power of love is stronger than the love of power, then the world will know peace. When at the edge of the unknown, faith provides the wings to fly. On 11/30/2011 9:59 AM, Annette Carr wrote: > There are many views in which to work in PowerPoint. Slide > View/design, slide show, slide sorter, thumb nail and outline. JAWS > interacts differently with each of these. Which mode are you working > in? Are you creating a slide or reading a presentation? > > If you are in the slide view where you create and edit slides, page Up > and Page Down will move you from slide to slide. Once on a slide, use > tab to move from object to object on that page. If it is an object > containing text, Enter will allow you to edit the contents of that > object. The last time I used PowerPoint it was with Office 2007 and > JAWS 11. JAWS still could not read all objects. Many times Outline > view is a better option for reading the text. > > If you are in the slide show, last time I tried it, JAWS was only > reading the title of the slide. I think the arrows allowed me to go > forward and back through the slides. > > It has been a while since I used PowerPoint on a regular basis. > > HTH, > Annette > > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong > Tuan Nam > Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 7:16 AM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? > > I press page up, Jaws only reads name of a previous slide. Then I must > hit space bar, it shows the slide. > > Thank you very much, > Nam > - Original Message - > From: "Janie Degenshein" > To: > Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 6:49 PM > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? > > >> can you use page down? >> >> >> >> Keep Smiling, >> Janie Degenshein >> "Happiness isn't having what you want, but wanting what you already have" >> Access Tech Consultant >> Facilitator of ECHO >> (Eyes Closed Hearts Open) >> President, National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey Senior >> Division Co-host of OTBS On The Bright Side >> www.thruoureyes.org/brightside.html >> jdege...@comcast.net >> -Original Message- >> From: Duong Tuan Nam >> Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 6:44 AM >> To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com >> Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? >> >> Hello there, >> This is an old subject. >> Pressing F5, and press space bar to navigate slide to slide, It is >> ok. My question is how to navigate to previous slides. >> Thanks in advance, >> Nam >> - Original Message - >> From: "Kimsan" >> To: >> Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 11:40 PM >> Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? >> >> >>> I believe you can also press F 5 and it will read it to you and to >>> navigate from slide to slide press the spacebar. >>> >>> -Original Message- >>> From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com >>> [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong >>> Tuan Nam >>> Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 8:01 AM >>> To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com >>> Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? >>> >>> Hello Annette, >>> When I use tab to move object to object, It may not work. And I hear >>> Windows Ding sound. >>> - Original Message - >>> From: "Annette Carr" >>> To: >>> Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2011 7:07 AM >>> Subject:
Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12?
There are many views in which to work in PowerPoint. Slide View/design, slide show, slide sorter, thumb nail and outline. JAWS interacts differently with each of these. Which mode are you working in? Are you creating a slide or reading a presentation? If you are in the slide view where you create and edit slides, page Up and Page Down will move you from slide to slide. Once on a slide, use tab to move from object to object on that page. If it is an object containing text, Enter will allow you to edit the contents of that object. The last time I used PowerPoint it was with Office 2007 and JAWS 11. JAWS still could not read all objects. Many times Outline view is a better option for reading the text. If you are in the slide show, last time I tried it, JAWS was only reading the title of the slide. I think the arrows allowed me to go forward and back through the slides. It has been a while since I used PowerPoint on a regular basis. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong Tuan Nam Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 7:16 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? I press page up, Jaws only reads name of a previous slide. Then I must hit space bar, it shows the slide. Thank you very much, Nam - Original Message - From: "Janie Degenshein" To: Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 6:49 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? > can you use page down? > > > > Keep Smiling, > Janie Degenshein > "Happiness isn't having what you want, but wanting what you already have" > Access Tech Consultant > Facilitator of ECHO > (Eyes Closed Hearts Open) > President, National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey Senior Division > Co-host of OTBS On The Bright Side > www.thruoureyes.org/brightside.html > jdege...@comcast.net > -Original Message- > From: Duong Tuan Nam > Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 6:44 AM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? > > Hello there, > This is an old subject. > Pressing F5, and press space bar to navigate slide to slide, It is ok. My > question is how to navigate to previous slides. > Thanks in advance, > Nam > - Original Message - > From: "Kimsan" > To: > Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 11:40 PM > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? > > >>I believe you can also press F 5 and it will read it to you and to >>navigate >> from slide to slide press the spacebar. >> >> -Original Message- >> From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com >> [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong Tuan >> Nam >> Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 8:01 AM >> To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com >> Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? >> >> Hello Annette, >> When I use tab to move object to object, It may not work. And I hear >> Windows >> Ding sound. >> - Original Message - >> From: "Annette Carr" >> To: >> Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2011 7:07 AM >> Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? >> >> >>> If the slide show has been created correctly, you have 2 choices of >>> how to read the information. >>> >>> read the info off of the slides by: >>> 1. Using TAB to move from object to object on a single slide. >>> 2. If you press enter, you will be able to edit the contents of that >>> object. You do not have a need to do this when just reading the >>> information. If you accidently press enter, just press Escape to get >>> out of the editing mode of that object. >>> 3. Use Page up to move forward to the next slide and Page Down to >>> move back a slide. >>> >>> >>> Reading the information in the outline: >>> 1. There is a way to set the pane on the left side of the screen to >>> display the contents of the slide show in the outline view. Off of >>> the top of my head, I do not remember how to do this in PowerPoint >>> 2007. >>> 2. Use F6 to move from pane to pane until you get to the Outline pane. >>> 3. Use your JAWS reading and navigation commands to move through and >>> read the information. >>> >>> HTH, >>> Annette >>> >>> >>> -Original Message- >>> From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com >>>
Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12?
Page Up should do it. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong Tuan Nam Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2011 6:45 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? Hello there, This is an old subject. Pressing F5, and press space bar to navigate slide to slide, It is ok. My question is how to navigate to previous slides. Thanks in advance, Nam - Original Message - From: "Kimsan" To: Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 11:40 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? >I believe you can also press F 5 and it will read it to you and to >navigate from slide to slide press the spacebar. > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong > Tuan Nam > Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 8:01 AM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? > > Hello Annette, > When I use tab to move object to object, It may not work. And I hear > Windows Ding sound. > - Original Message - > From: "Annette Carr" > To: > Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2011 7:07 AM > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? > > >> If the slide show has been created correctly, you have 2 choices of >> how to read the information. >> >> read the info off of the slides by: >> 1. Using TAB to move from object to object on a single slide. >> 2. If you press enter, you will be able to edit the contents of that >> object. You do not have a need to do this when just reading the >> information. If you accidently press enter, just press Escape to get >> out of the editing mode of that object. >> 3. Use Page up to move forward to the next slide and Page Down to >> move back a slide. >> >> >> Reading the information in the outline: >> 1. There is a way to set the pane on the left side of the screen to >> display the contents of the slide show in the outline view. Off of >> the top of my head, I do not remember how to do this in PowerPoint >> 2007. >> 2. Use F6 to move from pane to pane until you get to the Outline pane. >> 3. Use your JAWS reading and navigation commands to move through and >> read the information. >> >> HTH, >> Annette >> >> >> -Original Message- >> From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com >> [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong >> Tuan Nam >> Sent: Monday, September 19, 2011 11:04 PM >> To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com >> Subject: [Blind-Computing] Rreading Power Point File with Jaws 12? >> >> Dear all, >> I have some Power Point files but I cannot read it. When I press arrow >> keys, Jaws read "slide 1",, "slide 2"... Could anyone help me read >> objects of Power Point Files? I use Windows 7 32 bit with Jaws 12. >> I have never read ppt file. Anyone's read them, please give me some >> experience. >> Thanks in advance, >> I much appreciate your help. >> Nam >> Duong Tuan Nam >> Email: >> tuannamdu...@gmail.com >> Yahoo ID: tuannamfriend >> Skype Name: duongtuannam1992 >> >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ >> >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Why is it read twice?
Yes, I've also seen this happen. My trouble shooting techniques for things like this are: 1. Randomly move the mouse and hope that it is moved to the edge of the screen - if that does not work, 2. Insert+ESC - if that does not work, 3. Select all with Control+a then Insert+ESC - If that does not work, 4. Close the word processor and then restart it- if that does not work, 5. Shut the computer down and restart it. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Cliff Smales Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2011 10:56 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Why is it read twice? I was proofreading a document and several lines were read twice in succession. When I did a down Arrow assisted search, there were no doubles to be found. Why is this happening, and how do I stop it? Cliff Smales For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question
On my Toshiba laptop, I can turn the mouse pad on and off with the press of a button just above the mouse pad. Once I was able to get the multimedia touch panel (located above the keyboard) turned off, I fell in love with my computer. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mike & Barbara Sent: Saturday, November 12, 2011 9:31 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question Hi Annette, Thank you very much for your info on the FN + number row keystrokes. She has an down arrow on the 3 key, & an up arrow on the 4 key. We were hoping that was what these keys were used for but, didn't know what other key to use in conjunction with them. These keystrokes along with the FN key + up / down arrows, if they will work on this laptop, will be her best bet for changing her volume level on the fly until she learns to navigate this computer keyboard better. Thank you so much. Take care. Mike P.S. I was able to turn off her touch pad & that did eliminate a whole bunch of confusion, to say the least! LOL - Original Message - From: Annette Carr To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Saturday, November 12, 2011 5:24 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question If you find that her new Toshiba laptop has a touch panel for multimedia and other functions, she can call Toshiba and they can assist her in turning it off. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mike & Barbara Sent: Friday, November 11, 2011 8:55 PM To: Blind Computing Subject: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question Hi All, A friend has a TOSHIBA satellite L755 laptop computer, running Windows7 Home Premium, Jaws13 & the volume is very low. I have no laptop keyboard skills & I'm wondering if anyone can tell me what keystrokes I need to use to increase / decrease volume. This is a new computer as well & I need to Tandem up on this computer with her. All help will be greatly appreciated. She does know her way around the keyboard a little bit but, has no clue about volume keystrokes. Thank you all very much. Take care. Mike For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question
If you find that her new Toshiba laptop has a touch panel for multimedia and other functions, she can call Toshiba and they can assist her in turning it off. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mike & Barbara Sent: Friday, November 11, 2011 8:55 PM To: Blind Computing Subject: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question Hi All, A friend has a TOSHIBA satellite L755 laptop computer, running Windows7 Home Premium, Jaws13 & the volume is very low. I have no laptop keyboard skills & I'm wondering if anyone can tell me what keystrokes I need to use to increase / decrease volume. This is a new computer as well & I need to Tandem up on this computer with her. All help will be greatly appreciated. She does know her way around the keyboard a little bit but, has no clue about volume keystrokes. Thank you all very much. Take care. Mike For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question
On my Toshiba I use Fn key and the number 3 on the number row to turn the volume down and FN+4 to turn the volume up. I'm not sure if this crosses over to other models of Toshiba. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Sent: Saturday, November 12, 2011 6:03 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question Hello there; Well, I don't have a Toshiba laptop, Doing a quick search on google, Raising the volume on a Toshiba laptop, Using the FN key, Use, FN+up-arrow, Or, FN+down-arrow, This will raise and lower the volume. As I indicated, I'm not sure if this information is accurate, So, could someone please verify one way or another? Thank you. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Maria Campbell Sent: Saturday, November 12, 2011 12:06 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question My Toshiba laptop doesn't seem to work the volume with the function key but does work as Russ indicated with the volume control on the system tray. Sunny Day Maria Campbell lucky1i...@sbcglobal.net When the power of love is stronger than the love of power, then the world will know peace. When at the edge of the unknown, faith provides the wings to fly. On 11/11/2011 10:34 PM, Mike & Barbara wrote: > Hi Russ, > > Thank you very much for your reply. There is a down arrow on the 3 > key& an > up arrow on the 4 key on the number row above the main keyboard. What > I'm thinking is that a person might use the FN key in conjuntion with > these 2 keys but, since I'm not familiar with using the FN key I am > wondering if there are volume control keystrokes that are used with > the FN key. This FN > key, I'm talking about is located to the right of the left side > control key. > Thanks again, take care. > Mike > >- Original Message - >From: Russ Hubley >To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com >Sent: Friday, November 11, 2011 6:40 PM >Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question > > >Mike, I have a Toshiba but am not certain if this will help, but > here goes >anyway. > >1. Press insert F11 to bring up the system tray. >2. At the bottom you may see the volume control. >3. Enter here twice to find a volume mixer.] >4. I just up/down arrow to change volume. > >Sure hope this helps. >Russ > >-Original Message- >From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com >[mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mike& > Barbara >Sent: Friday, November 11, 2011 5:55 PM >To: Blind Computing >Subject: [Blind-Computing] Toshiba Laptop Question > >Hi All, > >A friend has a TOSHIBA satellite L755 laptop computer, running Windows7 >Home Premium, Jaws13& the volume is very low. I have no laptop keyboard >skills& I'm wondering if anyone can tell me what keystrokes I need > to use >to increase / decrease volume. This is a new computer as well& I > need to >Tandem up on this computer with her. All help will be greatly > appreciated. >She does know her way around the keyboard a little bit but, has no clue >about volume keystrokes. Thank you all very much. Take care. >Mike > >For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > >For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Email Folders
Isn't it possible to set up archive folders in an alternative location when using Outlook? Not sure how this might work with other programs, nor do I know how to go about setting up archive folders in outlook. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Rick Justice Sent: Friday, October 07, 2011 7:44 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Email Folders Hi Jerry, No, you can not copy and paste messages from Windows Mail to a folder outside of the program. This is also true of Outlook Express. However, you can export messages from Windows Mail to another folder on the hard drive using the export wizard. Now, having said that, here is the catch. The folder you are exporting to must be empty, and the file names will contain letters and numbers with the .eml extension. I haven't tried this yet, but you might try saving the messages with a new name, before exporting them. The folder which has the focus at the time you run the export wizard, is the one which will be exported. HTH, Rick Justice - Original Message - From: "jerry martin" To: Sent: Thursday, October 06, 2011 4:23 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Email Folders I have created a folder for emails from the blind computing email list. I use Windows Mail and JAWS 11. What I was wanting to know was can I copy or cut the emails from this folder and save them to a folder on my external hard drive? Many Thanks. Jerry D. Martin For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12?
Hmm, I'm not really sure what is going on. Maybe there is only one object on the slide, and maybe that one item is an object that cannot be read by JAWS. I am not using PowerPoint as much these days, so hopefully there are other people on this list who know of other ways of dealing with this. Keep us posted as to whether or not you figure out a way to read these slides. I am thinking that PowerPoint 2007 and 2010 have some new ways of presenting information that might not be accessible to JAWS. So if you find objects that JAWS will not read and they are something other than the obvious graphic, let us know. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong Tuan Nam Sent: Wednesday, September 28, 2011 11:01 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? Hello Annette, When I use tab to move object to object, It may not work. And I hear Windows Ding sound. - Original Message - From: "Annette Carr" To: Sent: Wednesday, September 21, 2011 7:07 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12? > If the slide show has been created correctly, you have 2 choices of > how to read the information. > > read the info off of the slides by: > 1. Using TAB to move from object to object on a single slide. > 2. If you press enter, you will be able to edit the contents of that > object. You do not have a need to do this when just reading the > information. If you accidently press enter, just press Escape to get > out of the editing mode of that object. > 3. Use Page up to move forward to the next slide and Page Down to > move back a slide. > > > Reading the information in the outline: > 1. There is a way to set the pane on the left side of the screen to > display the contents of the slide show in the outline view. Off of > the top of my head, I do not remember how to do this in PowerPoint > 2007. > 2. Use F6 to move from pane to pane until you get to the Outline pane. > 3. Use your JAWS reading and navigation commands to move through and > read the information. > > HTH, > Annette > > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong > Tuan Nam > Sent: Monday, September 19, 2011 11:04 PM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: [Blind-Computing] Rreading Power Point File with Jaws 12? > > Dear all, > I have some Power Point files but I cannot read it. When I press arrow > keys, Jaws read "slide 1",, "slide 2"... Could anyone help me read > objects of Power Point Files? I use Windows 7 32 bit with Jaws 12. > I have never read ppt file. Anyone's read them, please give me some > experience. > Thanks in advance, > I much appreciate your help. > Nam > Duong Tuan Nam > Email: > tuannamdu...@gmail.com > Yahoo ID: tuannamfriend > Skype Name: duongtuannam1992 > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Reading Power Point File with Jaws 12?
If the slide show has been created correctly, you have 2 choices of how to read the information. read the info off of the slides by: 1. Using TAB to move from object to object on a single slide. 2. If you press enter, you will be able to edit the contents of that object. You do not have a need to do this when just reading the information. If you accidently press enter, just press Escape to get out of the editing mode of that object. 3. Use Page up to move forward to the next slide and Page Down to move back a slide. Reading the information in the outline: 1. There is a way to set the pane on the left side of the screen to display the contents of the slide show in the outline view. Off of the top of my head, I do not remember how to do this in PowerPoint 2007. 2. Use F6 to move from pane to pane until you get to the Outline pane. 3. Use your JAWS reading and navigation commands to move through and read the information. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Duong Tuan Nam Sent: Monday, September 19, 2011 11:04 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Rreading Power Point File with Jaws 12? Dear all, I have some Power Point files but I cannot read it. When I press arrow keys, Jaws read "slide 1",, "slide 2"... Could anyone help me read objects of Power Point Files? I use Windows 7 32 bit with Jaws 12. I have never read ppt file. Anyone's read them, please give me some experience. Thanks in advance, I much appreciate your help. Nam Duong Tuan Nam Email: tuannamdu...@gmail.com Yahoo ID: tuannamfriend Skype Name: duongtuannam1992 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] printing raffle tickets
I've just used MS-Word and once I printed them out, I had someone sighted cut them for me. What about using name badge cards. They come in a sheet so that you can put them through the printer. The name badge package will tell you what label template to use. You just get one set up and then the rest are automatically generated. If you are needing a 2-part ticket or an unique ID number on each ticket, then this idea is not ideal although it could be modified. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2011 5:36 PM To: blind computing Subject: [Blind-Computing] printing raffel tickets Is there any speech friendly programs to create and print raffel tickets? --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] OCR Software and Multifunction Units
I think the URL for Premier Software is Readingmadeeasy.com In English that is reading made easy with no spaces. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of kim kelly Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2011 1:11 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] OCR Software and Multifunction Units Go to Premier technologies site. I am not sure of the url, but, I am sure someone can sterer you in the right direction. Kim McNatt-Kelly Email and facebook: kim...@cableone.net Have a wonderful day. - Original Message - From: "jerry martin" To: Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2011 7:00 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] OCR Software and Multifunction Units > To all List members: > > I have an HP Multifunction unit (printer/scanner/fax/copier). Does anyone > happen to know of an OCR software program that works with such units? > Many thanks. Jerry > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] how do set up a distribution list in outlook 2007.
Below are directions for . Sharing a distribution list by e-mail . saving a distribution list that was e-mailed to you . Creating a new distribution list . Adding names to a distribution list . Deleting names from a distribution list Save a Distribution List Shared with You If a Distribution List (or other Contact) is emailed to you, you must first save it to your Contacts folder before you can use it for sending email. 1. Open the message with the attached Distribution List. 2.Double-click on the attachment. The Distribution List will open. 3.Go to the File menu and select Copy to Folder.. 4.Select the desired Contacts folder and click OK. 5.You can now use the Distribution List to send email. Share a Distribution List with Another User You can send a Distribution List, or any other Contact, with another user. Keep in mind that any changes made to your list will not be seen in the list sent to another person, as they are separate files. 1. Open a new email message and address the message as usual. 2.Click on the drop-down arrow next to the Attachment button and choose Item. 3.In the Insert Item dialog box, select the Contacts folder in the Look in list. 4.Next, select the Distribution List that you wish to send in the list at the bottom of the box. 5.Click OK. 6.Complete the email message as desired and Send. Create a Distribution List This tutorial will show you how to create a Distribution List that will be part of your default Contacts folder. The same procedures will apply if you choose to create a Distribution List in another Contacts folder, such as Public Folder. 1. In Outlook, go to your Contacts folder. 2.On the File menu, point to New, and then select Distribution List. 3.The Distribution List dialog box will open. 4.In the Name box, type the name you wish to give the list (i.e., Project Planning Committee). 5.If you would like to add a description or any other information about the Distribution List, click the Notes tab and type the information in the large notes field. 6.Next, you will need to specify which email addresses should be included in the distribution list. Add or Delete Distribution List Members Once you have created a Distribution List, you must add the email addresses you wish to be included in the list. You may open the list and add new members at any time; you may also remove members as needed. NOTE: To open the Distribution List for editing, go to your Contacts folder (or the folder where the list is stored). Locate the list and double-click on the name. Add Members from an Outlook Address Book 1. In the open Distribution List dialog box, make sure the Members tab is selected and click the Select Members button. 2.In the Show names from the list box, select the address book that contains the e-mail addresses you want in your Distribution List. (The default is the Global Address List for the VUMC Outlook system, but you may choose any Address or Contact list available to you.) 3.In the Type name or select from list box, type the last name of a person you wish to include to jump to that section of the list. Select the name, and then click the Members button. Do this for each person you wish to add to the Distribution List, and then click OK. 4.Be sure to click the Save and Close button in the Distribution List dialog box to save your changes.[cid:image001.jpg@01CC6663.08514100] Add a Member by Hand If the email address of a person you wish to add to the list is NOT part of an existing Address Book or Contact List, you may add them by hand. Examples might be VU employees outside of the Medical Center, vendors, consultants, etc. 1. In the open Distribution List dialog box, make sure the Members tab is selected and click the Add New button. 2.In the Add New Member dialog box, type in the Display Name and the E-mail Address, then click the OK button. 3.Repeat this procedure for each address you wish to add that is not contained in the existing address books or contact lists. 4.Be sure to click the Save and Close button in the Distribution List dialog box to save your changes. Delete a Member In the event that you no longer wish to include an email address in the Distribution List, you may delete it. 1. In the open Distribution List dialog box, make sure the Members tab is selected and 2.click on the address you wish to delete. 3.Next, click on the Remove button. 4.Be sure to click the Save and Close button in the Distribution List dialog box to save your changes. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of jim rawls Sent: Tuesday, August 30, 2011 10:38 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] how do set up a distribution list in outlook 2007. I need a step by step
[Blind-Computing] Managing notes and course material
Hello All, I am going to be taking a training later this week in which I have been given the very large document of course materials in an accessible PDF. The course instructor quickly moves through the material sequentially but only talks about specific items in the material that are either new, or best support the topic being discussed. I would love to be able to follow along in the PDF and then be able to make notes that correspond to the item the instructor is highlighting. This is an annual training that I am required to attend each year, so in the past I've tried following along in the PDF and then ALT+TAB to write notes in the open Word doc, and I've also tried not even bothering with the PDF and just taking notes in the Word doc. The problem is that I can't match up my notes with the information in the course material. Does anyone have any ideas on how I can read through the info in the PDF and be able to take notes without leaving the program displaying the PDF. I've got access to a Windows 7 64 bit laptop with JAWS 11 and 12, a Verizon iPhone and an iPad first generation. I do not have a Bluetooth keyboard for my i-devices, but if that is all I am missing to make some app work, a trip to the apple store could be worked out. Any ideas would be appreciated. Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] EBook Format
Books from BookShare require no convertion. I am currently reading these books on my iPhone, but when I did read their books on my computer, it was very easy to "unpack" the books and read them on the computer or on my BookPort. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of JM Casey Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 1:09 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] EBook Format My version of e-book? Just take whatever file format given and convert it to a plain text file, and put it on my braille display device. Easy, fast and the files take up little space. I'm seeing a lot more formats around nowadays and I have no idea about some of them. You can get converters for .lit files and make them into word documents, plain text or probably html if you want. PDF files and adobe in general I want little to do with so I'm actually looking for a standalone converter that will render the files as plaintext without me even having to open Adobe reader. - Original Message - From: "Annette Carr" To: Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 10:17 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] EBook Format > Unfortunately, there is no one definition for e-books. It depends on the > provider of the book. For example, Overdrive's e-books are in some type > of > PDF that is not accessible. I have not had time to play with them to > figure > out if you can convert the file into something that can be read by JAWS or > other A.T. I use the Overdrive's e-audio books that can be in MP3 or the > Apple iProduct format. > > I would love to hear from others on the list on this topic. > > Annette > > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Tom Vos > Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 8:46 AM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: [Blind-Computing] EBook Format > > I've noticed a lot of books are now available in EBook format What kind of > format is that? > Are they readable with a screen reader like JAWS? > Blessings, > Tom > > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] EBook Format
Unfortunately, there is no one definition for e-books. It depends on the provider of the book. For example, Overdrive's e-books are in some type of PDF that is not accessible. I have not had time to play with them to figure out if you can convert the file into something that can be read by JAWS or other A.T. I use the Overdrive's e-audio books that can be in MP3 or the Apple iProduct format. I would love to hear from others on the list on this topic. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Tom Vos Sent: Sunday, August 28, 2011 8:46 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] EBook Format I've noticed a lot of books are now available in EBook format What kind of format is that? Are they readable with a screen reader like JAWS? Blessings, Tom For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Lenny's keyboard question
These roll up keyboards are frequently referred to as flexi-keyboards. I've seen them at local Staples stores, but you can also find them all over the internet. Some of them do not provide tactile feedback, while others have springs inside the rubber sealed keys so that you can feel the keys move as you press them. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Stephan, William S NWK Sent: Wednesday, March 30, 2011 10:30 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Lenny's keyboard question Lenny: I got to thinking about this yesterday. MPJA has, or at least had, some USB keyboards that might work for what you want. I bought one for my wife, but she never used it, and it's somewhere in the maw of my basement. The keyboard is made of some kind of rubber, and can be rolled up for easy storage/transport. If I remember it right, the keys were pretty easy to feel. It was not expensive, so you might want to go to their site and take a look. William S. Stephan Procurement Analyst, Kansas City District National Contracting Organization Building Strong(r) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Office: 816-389-3801 FAX: 816-389-2029 Help us in Building Strong! Please tell us how we are doing. Visit our Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) Website at: http://ice.disa.mil/index.cfm?fa=card&service_provider_id=110800&service_cat e gory_id=14 -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 7:14 PM To: blind computing Subject: [Blind-Computing] weather problem update The problem that I had where the weather page changed to something not printable has been explained. The folks at eset wrote back to me after examining the log file from the combofix program. It was thought to be malware or a virus at first. The log file indicated that there were some corrupted registry keys. That explains why non of the anti virus or spyware programs found anything. I do not know how or why it happened but grateful to the techs at eset for their help. I guess in total they worked on the problem for about 5 hours. For me the best part was that they have a toll free number. --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Send any questions regarding list management to: blind-computing-ow...@jaws-users.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Send any questions regarding list management to: blind-computing-ow...@jaws-users.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Send any questions regarding list management to: blind-computing-ow...@jaws-users.com
Re: [Blind-Computing] How to copy text only using Excel 2007
In Excel select the cells you want to copy. Use Control+C to copy the information. Navigate to a new Word document. Use Paste special instead of Control+V. If this does not work, follow the above steps and just use a Control+V to paste the information in the table format. Then select all of the cells and from the table tab convert the table to text. Sorry for not being specific, but I do not have 2007 here at home and do not yet have it committed to memory. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Pedro Romero Sent: Wednesday, March 02, 2011 7:00 PM To: Blind Computing list Subject: [Blind-Computing] How to copy text only using Excel 2007 Hello all. I am using Jaws 11 and Windows XP along with Excel 2007. I have the need to compile a list of words and alphabetize them so I have done so with no problem. However, when trying to copy the words to clipboard so I can emboss them, cell and table information is copied as well. How do I copy only the word list? Any help is much appreciated. Thanks. Pete For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Send any questions regarding list management to: blind-computing-ow...@jaws-users.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Send any questions regarding list management to: blind-computing-ow...@jaws-users.com
Re: [Blind-Computing] Sent/Outbox in Outlook
As far as I know, all messages that you are sending go through the Outbox and then a copy ends up in your sent folder or someplace else if you have told it to go there. If you find a message in the Outbox, that indicates that there was a problem with the message and it was not sent to the recipient, and you do not have a copy in the sent folder. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Janie Degenshein Sent: Monday, February 07, 2011 3:48 PM, To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Sent/Outbox in Outlook No matter if it is a draft and finished or a new message] no problem it goes to the send box only completed messages that haven't been able for some reason to be sent get stuck in the out box. Keep Smiling, Janie Degenshein Access Tech Consultant Facilitator of ECHO Co-host of OTBS On The Bright Side www.thruoureyes.org/brightside.html jdege...@comcast.net -Original Message- From: Brad Dunse Sent: Monday, February 07, 2011 3:43 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Sent/Outbox in Outlook Hmm you'd think it'd go straight off to the Sent box if one sends it from the Draft box. Oh well basically anything found in the Out box I thought was sent but obviously isn't , just send again :). Thanks. Brad -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Jacob Kruger Sent: Monday, February 07, 2011 7:43 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Sent/Outbox in Outlook Like Janie said, messages that are waiting to be sent will be in outbox, and those that have been sent will be in sent items. Drafts is generally where a message gets saved if you started composing it, and then decided to close it, but save the current version, until you finish it off later, and tell it to be sent, then it will be moved to the outbox. Stay well Stay well Jacob Kruger Blind Biker Skype: BlindZA '...fate had broken his body, but not his spirit...' - Original Message - From: "Brad Dunse" To: Sent: Monday, February 07, 2011 2:35 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Sent/Outbox in Outlook > What is the purpose/usage of having both a "Sent" and "Out Box" in > Outlook? > Unsent messages go in Drafts which is good, but I see messages both in Out > Box and Sent? I'd guess it is not built in redundancy and must be a reason > for both. > > > > Brad > > > > > > > > > > > > > > __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus > signature > database 5852 (20110207) __ > > The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. > > http://www.eset.com > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > Send any questions regarding list management to: > blind-computing-ow...@jaws-users.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Send any questions regarding list management to: blind-computing-ow...@jaws-users.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5852 (20110207) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5854 (20110207) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5854 (20110207) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Send any questions regarding list management to: blind-computing-ow...@jaws-users.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Send any questions regarding list management to: blind-computing-ow...@jaws-users.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Send any questions regarding list management to: blind-computing-ow...@jaws-users.com
Re: [Blind-Computing] screen is showing upside down
Many years ago this happened to my computer running JAWS 7 and Windows xp. If I remember correctly, it was a video intercept problem and I had FS work with the IT Technician at work to resolve it. Good luck. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of G.Braille Sent: Sunday, December 19, 2010 8:37 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] screen is showing upside down Season greeting! my screen is showing upside down. I tried to fix it by the keyboard shortcut pressing Ctrl+Alt+the up arrow key all at the same time. However, still its the same. Is there any other solution to correct the problem? Thanks in advance. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5715 (20101219) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5715 (20101219) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5715 (20101219) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] audio text books
Hi, It sounds like you have already gone the route of BookShare, NLS and RFB&D, so now it is time to check out public sources such as Audible, Amazon, Borders, and others by doing a Google search for audio books. Of course there is a very good chance that none of these public sources have what you need either. Have you talked to your university to see if they have services to either obtain the books from the publisher or scan them into a file for you. Yes, it needs to be the university to contact the publisher, and not the student. If you have a sheet scanner and something like OpenBook or Kurzweil, you can scan them in yourself. Places like Kinko's or office supply stores can cut the binding off so that you can use the sheet feeder. When you are done scanning the book they can put a comb binding on the book to keep the printed pages together in case you need to refer back to the printed book for pictures, tables, charts, etc. I think that some of these places also scan documents into an electronic file, but I do not know what file options you would have. If you do not own OCR software you might want to check out the reasonably priced products by Premier Software at URL readingmadeeasy.com (That is reading made easy, without spaces between the words) or Abby Fine available at most local computer supply stores. There are service providers around the country who scan books in for a fee which some rehabilitation agencies will pay for. You can always resort back to how we did it last century, have a person read the book into a recording. I'm sure you do not even own a cassette recorder, but digital recorders can do the same job. Some digital recorders have the ability to put an index marker in the recording for easy navigation. These marks can be used to indicate the start of chapters or sections. The reading assignments can be read into separate files in the order of their due date. These files can be downloaded to a computer and e-mailed to you or burned to a CD. Retired school teachers and professors are often willing to volunteer their time to read textbooks. Churches are another good source for finding volunteer readers. Due to the amount of time and effort that goes into obtaining accessible textbooks, you have to start working on it the semester before. Hope you find this info helpful. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of scott Sent: Thursday, December 09, 2010 5:07 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] audio text books Does anyone know a resource for audio text books? I am going for my graduate degree and need audio text books I do know of RFBD.org they don't have the books I am looking for Looking for some other resources For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5689 (20101209) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5689 (20101209) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5691 (20101210) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5691 (20101210) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Seeking program for speech to text
Yes, Dragon Naturally speaking is still available, and a very good product. It can be purchased at many local stores such as Staples and Best Buy. There is also an ap for the iPhone, iTouch and iPad. There is also another product called iCommunicator which is made to convert spoken words into text and signed exact English for people who are deaf. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Matt Sent: Sunday, November 14, 2010 9:18 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Seeking program for speech to text Hello, I remember dragon dictate being a program for taking the spoken word, and having the computer print what is said. Is that a good program for that still, or are there others? A man at our church is looking for something he could feed the announcements and such from microphone into a program which would automatically print into the computer what is said. Am I making sense? Thanks, Matt For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5619 (20101114) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5619 (20101114) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] daily information
Hi David, This sounds very useful. Have you tried it? Does it work with JAWS? Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Ferrin Sent: Tuesday, November 02, 2010 9:03 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] daily information Daily Tip: Show Specific Dates In Outlook Microsoft Outlook's calendar usually displays dates in a consecutive manner, but if you have particularly busy dates that occur on different days of the month, you can view them in one pane. When you view your Calendar in Outlook, find the pane that contains the mini-calendar. Hold CTRL and click the dates on the mini-calendar you want to display. Outlook will display your schedule for the days you select in the right-hand pane. Daily Term: land A land is the smooth part of the underside of a CD-ROM, as opposed to a pit, which is an indentation on the underside of a CD-ROM. When the laser from a CD drive passes over a land, more light is reflected back to the photo cell than when the laser passes over a pit. This is how a CD drive distinguishes between pits and lands. The pits and lands equal the ones and zeros that make up the binary language of computing. David Ferrin Most people don't know what they're doing and a lot of them are really good at it. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5584 (20101102) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5584 (20101102) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator
Thank you for this info. Annette x -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Scorpio Forever Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 3:23 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator HI Annette, You might be able to get away with using Switch for the trial period, at which point, once you've gotten the file down, you use the Switch software while it's in it's trial phase, and convert it to M4A. At that point, you can load it onto iTunes, then sync it with the Touch. If you do a Google search for Switch file converter, it'll take you right to the website within the first or second hits. So, just to recap... You would use the WavePad utility in the Accessories menu, and record the sound, or what ever it is you want to distort, then it'll save as a Wave format recording. At that point, you use Switch file converter to convert the sound into the M4A format, then load it onto the Touch where she can use the App to manipulate it. Scorpio For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5560 (20101024) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5560 (20101024) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator
What an excellent find. My Google search did not come up with that one. Thanks! Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Andre Williams Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 1:26 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator Annette. Ran a 10 second Google search and came up with the following. Looks like someone else has done exactly what your daughter has been asked to do: http://earthquake.usgs.gov/learn/listen/ I ran this Google search: listen to earthquake audio Andre Original Message - From: "Annette Carr" To: Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 10:02 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator I just downloaded Wave Pad, and it might be helpful. It has a sound library, that maybe we can start with by downloading a sound and edit it to achieve the effect we are looking. If anyone can direct me to sound effects such as very large trucks rumbling past, or better yet earthquake rumbling, that would be great. Does anyone know if there are any JAWS scripts for Wave Pad. JAWS is not telling me what each of the buttons are. But maybe I do not need to use the buttons, and can control everything from either the menus or short cut keys. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Ferrin Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 11:56 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator If memory serves I don't think I have anything like that up there at this time. There is a program that distorts your voice called fake voice I believe but I doubt that is what she is after. David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com I believe that tomorrow is another day, and I'll probably screw that one up too. - Original Message - From: "Alan Robbins" To: Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 11:15 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator Annette, Have you looked on the JAWS or Blind Computing site? There are loads of programs etc there and possibly what you are searching for. Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 9:34 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator Hello List, I am wondering if there are any free software programs out there that will let the user create and record a sound to a format that can be played on a iTouch. My daughter is working on a science project where she has to generate a sound that simulates a compression wave such as that of an earthquake. She has to be able to control the frequency, decibel and duration of the generated sound. The saved sound will then need to be played back from her iTouch. Of course I am hoping that there is a program that is compatible with JAWS running on a laptop with XP. Otherwise it needs to run on a laptop with Vista. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5559 (20101024) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5559 (20101024) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5560 (20101024) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5560 (20101024) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator
I just downloaded Wave Pad, and it might be helpful. It has a sound library, that maybe we can start with by downloading a sound and edit it to achieve the effect we are looking. If anyone can direct me to sound effects such as very large trucks rumbling past, or better yet earthquake rumbling, that would be great. Does anyone know if there are any JAWS scripts for Wave Pad. JAWS is not telling me what each of the buttons are. But maybe I do not need to use the buttons, and can control everything from either the menus or short cut keys. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Ferrin Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 11:56 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator If memory serves I don't think I have anything like that up there at this time. There is a program that distorts your voice called fake voice I believe but I doubt that is what she is after. David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com I believe that tomorrow is another day, and I'll probably screw that one up too. - Original Message - From: "Alan Robbins" To: Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 11:15 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator Annette, Have you looked on the JAWS or Blind Computing site? There are loads of programs etc there and possibly what you are searching for. Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 9:34 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator Hello List, I am wondering if there are any free software programs out there that will let the user create and record a sound to a format that can be played on a iTouch. My daughter is working on a science project where she has to generate a sound that simulates a compression wave such as that of an earthquake. She has to be able to control the frequency, decibel and duration of the generated sound. The saved sound will then need to be played back from her iTouch. Of course I am hoping that there is a program that is compatible with JAWS running on a laptop with XP. Otherwise it needs to run on a laptop with Vista. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5559 (20101024) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5559 (20101024) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator
I will check that out. Thanks! Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 11:15 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator Annette, Have you looked on the JAWS or Blind Computing site? There are loads of programs etc there and possibly what you are searching for. Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 9:34 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator Hello List, I am wondering if there are any free software programs out there that will let the user create and record a sound to a format that can be played on a iTouch. My daughter is working on a science project where she has to generate a sound that simulates a compression wave such as that of an earthquake. She has to be able to control the frequency, decibel and duration of the generated sound. The saved sound will then need to be played back from her iTouch. Of course I am hoping that there is a program that is compatible with JAWS running on a laptop with XP. Otherwise it needs to run on a laptop with Vista. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5559 (20101024) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5559 (20101024) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] software sound generator
Hello List, I am wondering if there are any free software programs out there that will let the user create and record a sound to a format that can be played on a iTouch. My daughter is working on a science project where she has to generate a sound that simulates a compression wave such as that of an earthquake. She has to be able to control the frequency, decibel and duration of the generated sound. The saved sound will then need to be played back from her iTouch. Of course I am hoping that there is a program that is compatible with JAWS running on a laptop with XP. Otherwise it needs to run on a laptop with Vista. Any suggestions will be appreciated. Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Outlook and the iPad
Thank you! I am getting closer everyday to getting an iPad. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Don Marang Sent: Sunday, October 17, 2010 9:43 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Outlook and the iPad I do not use Outlook and do not have my own iPod Touch or an iPad, so I am just passing on information. I can not personally testify to it's operation. It is from Leo LePorte, a Technology Journalist who has been broadcasting computer advise for over 20 years. There are several ways to sync all of your calendar and contact information between a Mac, Outlook on Windows, iPad Touches, iPads, and Anderoid / iPhone smart phones. It seems that currently the best solution is to let Google contain the master, become the hub and control all of the sychronization. In fact, it takes most of the complexity out of this much needed feature and once set up works extremely well and is painless from then on. First set up a Google account and create a basic calendar Then configure Outlook to synch with Google calendars and contacts. Check to see if it is synchronizing correctly both ways. Updates to your calendar or contacts in Google should be updated fairly quicklyin Outlook, as well as Outlook changes should show up in Google. Now when you connect any mobile device, like an iPad or Android phone, just enter in your Google account information and the device should get populated with all of your data. Again, this will provide two way sychronization. Don Marang There is just so much stuff in the world that, to me, is devoid of any real substance, value, and content that I just try to make sure that I am working on things that matter. Dean Kamen -- From: "Annette Carr" Sent: Saturday, October 16, 2010 8:05 PM To: Subject: [Blind-Computing] Outlook and the iPad > Hello List, > > I have been told that it is possible on a PC to sync the Outlook > calendar with an iTouch through iTunes. Does anyone know if it is > possible to do it with an iPad? > > Thanks, > Annette > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5540 (20101017) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5540 (20101017) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] Outlook and the iPad
Hello List, I have been told that it is possible on a PC to sync the Outlook calendar with an iTouch through iTunes. Does anyone know if it is possible to do it with an iPad? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Accessible sites to look up home remedies.
Here is a site that I have found helpful for natural health related information. It is packed full of information, and I sometimes get frustrated making my way through all of the links to get to the info I want. Recently I have found that headers are being used, so if you just keep pressing "H" you will make your way to the info you are looking for. There is also a newsletter that you can sign up for which is how I keep up with the new information posted to the site. The person's name is Dr. Ben Kim, and you can take a look at URL: http://www.drbenkim.com/ HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Rick Justice Sent: Friday, October 08, 2010 9:11 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Accessible sites to look up home remedies. Hi Kim, Give this a look: http://www.naturalremedies.com/ HTH, Rick Justice - Original Message - From: "kim kelly" To: Sent: Friday, October 08, 2010 6:15 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Accessible sites to look up home remedies. > Hi list, I am looking for a website that is accessible with Screen > readers. > I am trying to find home remedies for different health problems natural > and such. > All help is greatly appreciated. > Take care. > > Kim Kelly > > Email And Facebook: > kim...@q.com > Alternate Email: > kim...@samobile.net > > Visit my web site: > > http://www.samobile.net/users/kimk59/ > > > Have a nice Day. > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5517 (20101009) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5517 (20101009) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] How old is Grandpa
There is a good chance that this e-mail has been floating around for quite some time. The first mass produced TV was available in 1928. TV came to the US in 1930. The first FCC approved US TV broadcast was in 1941. The first TV remote was available in 1950. If my memory serves me correctly, the first electric kitchen appliances debuted at the Chicago World's Fair in 1893 and included a dishwasher. The first commercially made dishwasher was produced in 1913. The bottom line here is to be sure that what you send out is true. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Marilyn Walker Sent: Monday, September 13, 2010 12:21 PM To: Blind-Computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] How old is Grandpa Let me add that the President of the United States is "only "48 years old How Old Is Grandpa? [] Stay with this -- the answer is at the end. It will blow you away. One evening a grandson was talking to his grandfather about current events. The grandson asked his grandfather what he thought about the shootings at schools, the computer age, and just things in general.. The Grandfather replied, "Well, let me think a minute, I was born before: ' television ' penicillin ' polio shots ' frozen foods ' Xerox ' contact lenses ' Frisbees and ' the pill There were no: ' credit cards ' laser beams or ' ball-point pens Man had not invented: ' pantyhose ' air conditioners ' dishwashers ' clothes dryers ' and the clothes were hung out to dry in the fresh air and ' man hadn't yet walked on the moon [] Your Grandmother and I got married first, .. ... and then lived together.. Every family had a father and a mother. Until I was 25, I called every man older than me, "Sir". And after I turned 25, I still called policemen and every man with a title, "Sir." We were before, computer- dating, dual careers, daycare centers, and group therapy. Our lives were governed by the Ten Commandments, good judgment, and common sense. We were taught to know the difference between right and wrong and to stand up and take responsibility for our actions. Serving your country was a privilege; living in this country was a bigger privilege.. We thought fast food was what people ate during Lent. Having a meaningful relationship meant getting along with your cousins. Draft dodgers were those who closed front doors as the evening breeze started. Time-sharing meant time the family spent together in the evenings and weekends-not purchasing condominiums. [] We never heard of FM radios, tape decks, CDs, electric typewriters, yogurt, or guys wearing earrings. We listened to Big Bands, Jack Benny, and the President's speeches on our radios. And I don't ever remember any kid blowing his brains out listening to Tommy Dorsey. If you saw anything with 'Made in Japan ' on it, it was junk The term 'making out' referred to how you did on your school exam.. Pizza Hut, McDonald's, and instant coffee were unheard of. We had 5 &10-cent stores where you could actually buy things for 5 and 10 cents. Ice-cream cones, phone calls, rides on a streetcar, and a Pepsi were all a nickel. And if you didn't want to splurge, you could spend your nickel on enough stamps to mail 1 letter and 2 postcards. You could buy a new Chevy Coupe for $600, . .. . but who could afford one? Too bad, because gas was 11 cents a gallon. In my day: ' "grass" was mowed, ' "coke" was a cold drink, ' "pot" was something your mother cooked in and ' "rock music" was your grandmother's lullaby. ' "Aids" were helpers in the Principal's office, ' " chip" meant a piece of wood, ' "hardware" was found in a hardware store and ' "software" wasn't even a word. [] And we were the last generation to actually believe that a lady needed a husband to have a baby. No wonder people call us "old and confused" and say there is a generation gap. And how old do you think I am? I bet you have this old man in mind...you are in for a shock! Read on to see -- pretty scary if you think about it and pretty sad at the same time. Are you ready ? This person would be only 59 years old. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5448 (20100913) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5448 (20100913) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] reading with the mouse
Yes, Magic and ZoomText can allow you to point to text and have it spoken out. If you do not need screen enlargement, take a look at products put out by Premier Software at URL: Readingmadeeasy.com I think there is another product called Text to Speech. These are both products that are designed for people who have learning disabilities. Another product to check out in this same category is WynnWizard from Freedom Scientific. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of chris hallsworth Sent: Sunday, September 12, 2010 6:51 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] reading with the mouse I think MAGic does this. I also think ZoomText does but am not sure on that. Both are available as free demos. From Chris H in Derbyshire Please check out my blog at http://chrishallsworth.klangoblog.net. Many thanks. On 12/09/2010 0:44, ikramy wrote: > which program enables me to read any text on the screen by pointing to it with the mouse? > > i need, for example, to put the mouse on a certain paragraph and the program read it aloud. instead of reading lengthy details. > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5444 (20100912) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5444 (20100912) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] computer museum, makes me feel old
Hmm, I might know where a Keynote is hiding. I will have to look into it. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of heather kd5cbl Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 8:47 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] computer museum, makes me feel old AH, that was the one, Vert, think I got the name wrong smiles. I wish I could see one again! Just like I wish I could get a hold of those old keynote golds. You know the plastic computer that was a 82, 84 or 86 K. Let me see if I remember the message when you turn it on: "Keynote, keyword, version 1.3 84 k main minue!" In that robotic voice. It had a little printer on it using that adding machine paper. I used to do all my papers on it elementary school. I wish I could get one of those too! I don't know if anyone has used one of those! It could only hold ten files at a time. It had that plastic carrying case and it was so heavy compared to the ones like the braille-notes of today! Heather For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5416 (20100901) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5419 (20100902) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Computer museum,
Wow, I haven't thought about the original Magic screen enlargement software package put out by MicroSystems before FS bought it. Before that, I used to run my Apple Iie through my VisualTek/Telesensory CCTV. If only they had portable digital magnifiers back then. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Dicey Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2010 12:57 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Computer museum, Dear ROSEMARIE , Yes, I remember them, but I only used one at a typing Class for Blind students, when going through the rehabilitation center for people who lost their vision. The first computer I really used for Work or home was the IBM PC. Good old DOS was nice. I used WordStar mostly on it, but WordPerfect also! I used a 19 inch monitor with hardware to magnify the screen, from V-Tek Wow, was all that stuff so primitive compared to today's stuff! LOL! Nice memories though, never, never thought about a "crash", it just never happened! With Best Regards, Alan Miami, Florida Alan Dicey, President United States Braille Chess Association - USBCA "Yes, Blind or Visually Impaired People Can, and Do, Play Chess!!!" United States Braille Chess Association Home Page: http://AmericanBlindChess.org - Original Message - From: "ROSEMARIE CHAVARRIA" To: Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 11:50 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Computer museum, > Hi, Alan, > > Do you remember the Apple II E? That was the very first computer I learned > to operate. I remember there were two drives side by side. The first one > was > for your speech program like word rap or word talk which is what I used. > The > second drive was for the floppy disk that you stored information on. If I > remember correctly, control L turned the voice on and off. I almost bought > an Apple II E from someone but I didn't have quite enough money to pay for > it. I sure loved that machine though. It wasn't that hard to learn to > operate either. > > Rosemarie > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Dicey > Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 5:44 PM > To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com > Subject: [Blind-Computing] Computer museum, > > Dear Kim, > Oh yes! > > Vert, it was later called Soft Vert! > Nice simple program! > > But it was just the software to make the hardware work, and one could use > Accent, Echo,Votrax, oh, so many different ones. > I remember you could purchase a Echo sound card from Radio Shack for about > $80 and then you could use a computer without sight! > > Big difference now with JAWS almost a thousand dollars! > > And those 5 and 1/2 inch floppy disks, that held 362 K of data! > LOL! > > I can hardly believe it! > > In 1985, I purchased an external hard drive, to go with my IBM PC. > It was 30 MB! > > It cost $900 > Can you believe that? > > I have single cuts of music that are larger than 30 MB! > and my T-Drives cost about $79 each! > > LOL! > With Best Regards, > Alan > Miami, Florida > Alan Dicey, President > United States Braille Chess Association - USBCA > "Yes, Blind or Visually Impaired People Can, and Do, Play Chess!!!" > United States Braille Chess Association Home Page: > http://AmericanBlindChess.org > > - Original Message - > From: "Kim Kelly" > To: > Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 8:32 PM > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Computer museum, > > >>I remember taking a computer class in the mid 80s, and we used a huge >>computer and two floppy disks and we used a speech program called "Vert >>Plus". >> Has anyone heard of that speech synthesizer? I thought that class was so >> fascinating. >> >> Learning Doss and all of those commands. >> What memories. >> >> >> >> Kim Kelly >> >> Clarkston Washington >> >> Email and facebook: >> kim...@clearwire.net >> >> Alternative E-mail: >> >> kim...@samobile.net >> >> skype: >> >> kblinky971 >> >> >> Visit my website >> http://www.samobile.net/users/kimk59/ >> >> Keep on smiling and everyone will wonder what you've been up too. >> author unknown >> - Original Message - >> From: "Lenny McHugh" >> To: >> Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 4:50 PM >> Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Computer museum, >> >> >>> Well, my first PC type computer was Maryland Computer Systems ITS
Re: [Blind-Computing] Computer museum,
Oh yes, I started out on the modified IBM terminal with a phone receiver cradle built into it. I used it when I was in college. I was not allowed to tell anyone that I was working remotely as that was just not really heard of in the early 80's. If you typed in a "bad" word starting with S, it would say sugar. If you typed in a different word, it would say fudge. >From there I moved onto an Apple Iie with a Slot buster card and a speech system from RC Systems. That got me through 3 years of classroom teaching, and 2 years of graduate work. It took me 8 hours to spell check my Master's thesis on that machine. Next was a Toshiba 8088 running Windows 3.x with the Artic speech software and their internal sound card. From there I moved to the Artic Transport and then the Artic Ergo Braille. By the way, the Apple Iie and the Toshiba 8088 are still in my basement in an area we call the computer grave yard. It kills me to just toss them in the garbage, even though I have no plans to turn them on again. Thanks for the walk down memory lane. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of George Marshall Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2010 10:14 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Computer museum, Hi Lenny: You and I go a long ways back, if you can remember the old RCA and yes I also started on the old Burroughs (with so little memory) todays kids wouldn't believe it. The first speach I had for the main frame was a modified IBM terminal with speach, it worked quite well for the times. I also had the TSI DOS speach systems and one of the first JAWS DOS for my PC's, just to mention JAWS for DOS was not free in those days. I also met Ted Henter at a seminar here in Fort Myers, when he was just starting JAWS. George R. Marshall marshall.geo...@gmail.com - Original Message - From: "Lenny McHugh" To: Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 7:50 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Computer museum, > Well, my first PC type computer was Maryland Computer Systems ITS, > information through speech. I then upgraded to total talk PC again by > Dean Blazie. > Then at home Karen won an 8088 Packard Bell xt computer. With that > system I used jaws for dos. I believe that in the mid 1980s is when I > purchased jaws for windows 1 for windows 3.0. At that time I hated > windows and still am not a fan of PCs. Give me my old big mainframes. > B5500, B6700 then into the larger IBM mainframes. The first computer > that I worked on was an RCA spectra 70 and the IBM 1401. > On these systems I had to write my own read /write macros and multiply > and divide routines. That was a lot of fun. > For the ITS, it was the world's first talking computer linked to an > IBM mainframe. When it was linked a news release was sent out through > AP. I started receiving calls from all around the world inquiring about it. > -- > From: "heather kd5cbl" > Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 7:07 PM > To: > Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Computer museum, > >> One of my favorite system is weird! It was a 280 or 480 something >> back in the 80s. We had to use vex. I remember that we thought it >> was the coolest thing. That was when you had two floppy drives and >> about 2 or three buttons to turn the computer on. That thing is >> still probley working today! I remember we took the computer apart >> in school to see how the components worked. Remember that is when it >> took two folks to carry it or maybe it is because we were so little. >> I just remember playing that typing game where you hit a key before the ghost gets you. >> And I remember all the commands just to make the computer function. >> You had to do it in the exact order or you had to do it all over >> again. I remember having to type "win" inter to make the windows >> come up. I remember that if you wanted to spell check something, you >> had to put another flopp disk in that had the dictionary or part of >> it to get the correct word. I liked my old dos based commands. I >> was real disappointed when you did not have the direct access to >> windows root comands. I mean you can still have access but, dos was >> just so much more efficient. Heather >> >> For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: >> http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, ve
Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel -Counting Dates in Cells
I knew how to do this in Excel 2003, but have not tried to do it in Office 2007. However, I think if you have the comment and the date in the same cell, you are going to run into problems getting the formula set up. You would be better off if you could separate that data so that the comment is in one cell, and the date in the cell next to it. I will be interested in seeing how this is done. I'm sure someone on this list has the answer. If not, you should subscribe to the Office 2007 and Screen readers Group. I do not have the subscription info here at home, as I'm subscribed from work, but I think Denny is on this list. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Bill Tipton Sent: Sunday, July 25, 2010 10:00 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Excel -Counting Dates in Cells Hi all, How do you count the occurrences of dates in a range of cells with Excel 2007. Example of data: I have cells with data in row 6, columns A to M. Data goes to row 100 Some cells have dates mixed with data. E.g. 7/1/2010: Talked with Brad, 7/5/2010: Talked with Sue, 7/20/2010: Left VM and.. Other cells have this same format. Is there a formula I can add to column N to count the occurrences of dates in a range of cells? I am using JAWS 11 and Excel 2007. Thank you very much Bill Bill Tipton Dialogue with Bill: http://globaldialoguecenter.blogs.com/disabilities/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/wdtipton Facebook: http://profile.to/wdtipton Twitter: http://twitter.com/wdtipton For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5312 (20100726) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5312 (20100726) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5330 (20100801) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5330 (20100801) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] entering on links does not work;
If you are talking about not being able to activate a link from with in an e-mail, I have found if once you land on the link, you press the right arrow key 2 or 3 times and then press the Enter key, the link will be activated. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Don Lorah Sent: Saturday, July 17, 2010 6:24 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] entering on links does not work; This works sometimes. Route Jaws cursor to pc, then left mouse button. Don - Original Message - From: "Dan Mccurley" To: Sent: Thursday, June 24, 2010 11:55 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] entering on links does not work; > For some reason when I arrive at a link it says "link graphic" and when I > enter on it, nothing happens. I assume my computer settings are right > because a sighted friend clicked on the link with the mouse and it worked > fine. Could someone tell me what I need to do in order to be able to > enter on the link with the "enter" key. Thanks, > > Dan > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5287 (20100717) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5287 (20100717) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] BlindTech Dealing with lights on your router, modem or other device.
Yes, these probes respond when they detect light and are silent when no light is detected. There are also probes that vibrate instead of making a sound. So if the light is blinking, the probe will respond with beeps or vibrations in the same pattern as the flashing light. Some color identifiers are able to work as a light probe as well. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan & Terrie Robbins Sent: Friday, July 02, 2010 8:43 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] BlindTech Dealing with lights on your router,modem or other device. Kim, In the case of a flashing or blinking light, does the probe give intermittent audible beeps to indicate such versus a solid tone to indicate a light that stays on? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Kim Kelly Sent: Thursday, July 01, 2010 9:03 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] BlindTech Dealing with lights on your router,modem or other device. Yes, that is so true. We have a modem from Clearwire and all five lights need to be blinking before we have a strong signal. Rich has a light probe and it works perfect. We also use it for lights in the house if they are left on or not and that probe is a life saver especially when you are paying the electric bill. Kim Kelly Clarkston Washington facebook: kim...@clearwire.net Alternitive E-mail: kim...@samobile.net skype: kblinky971 Visit my website http://www.samobile.net/users/kimk59/ Have a great day. - Original Message - From: "M & B Brunner Arcadia" To: "Blind Computing" Sent: Thursday, July 01, 2010 4:56 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] BlindTech Dealing with lights on your router,modem or other device. > Hi All; > > Here is a tip I ran across on another list that I thought might come in > handy for a lot of us. > > Dealing with lights on your router,modem or other device. > > > hi folks, thought of this a while back, and then saw this post and > realized > I was right, it will work, so passed it along! elf - Original > Message - From: "Lois Goodine" To: "blind tech" > Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 2010 3:58 PM > Subject: (BlindTech) Dealing with lights on your router,modem or other > device. > > > For Lisa and others who may be concerned with knowing the status of > indicator lights on a router or modem, I can determine which lights are > on, > off, or blinking with a light probe. Independent Living aids has one for > twenty-three dollars and change. They work well for a number of things. I > use my probe to tell me about the lights on various cooking devices such > as > a rice cooker, foreman grill, and many other things. It will find lights > on > those little cube shaped power supplies that plug into the wall; the > blinking light on the victor stream; the light on the computer speakers; > and a host of other things I can't bring to mind just now. Just a > thought. > Lois Goodine. > > Hope this helps. Take care. > Mike > > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5245 (20100702) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5245 (20100702) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] JSay verses jTools
Hi Bill, If my memory serves me right, jSay gives Dragon the ability to execute many of the JAWS commands. I would like to figure out what the functional differences are between jSay and jTools. Thanks, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Bill Gallik Sent: Wednesday, June 16, 2010 10:09 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] JSay verses jTools Annette, Have you considered using a secondary sound device for your JAWS output? For example, you can buy a Turtle Beach USB sound device and configure JAWS to speak through that device. I'd suspect that you could then use headphones with the USB sound device to listen to JAWS while the native sound card would be free to process Dragon input. The Turtle Beach USB sound device is quite reasonably priced -- around $15 or so. Holland's Person, Bill E-Mail: billgal...@centurytel.net - "By trying we can easily learn to endure adversity -- another man's I mean." - US Humorist, Mark Twain (1835 - 1910) For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5205 (20100617) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5205 (20100617) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] JSay verses jTools
Hello List, I am now faced with moving toward using Dragon Naturally Speaking in combination with JAWS. Can anyone tell me the pros and cons of JSay verses jTools? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel Formula Question
Give this a try: $b$1-iv2 You are placing a dollar sign before the row and/or column reference that you want to stay static. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of D&J Murray Sent: Monday, June 07, 2010 6:58 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Excel Formula Question I have a formula in cell B2 as follows b1-iv2 I want b1 to remain B1 when I copy it down the sheet and IV2 to progress down How do I keep b1 to remain at B1 Thanks Doug For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5180 (20100607) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5180 (20100607) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] Portable Braille Displays
Hello All, I am wondering if there is a portable braille display on the market that you can transfer files to and read on the go. I am not looking for something with note taking ability. At this point I do not have a specific number of cells required. I would like it to be able to work with computers running JAWS 11. Thanks for any suggestions. Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] entering data im excel 2007
Interesting question. I never thought to ask it. I have found that If I know I want to hear the result in the cell where I just finished entering information, I press Tab and then Shift-Tab. My reason for doing this is that when pressing Enter, you do not know where it is going to put you. Most of the time it will just drop you to the cell immediately below the one you were just working in. However, sometimes it will put you elsewhere on the row below where you were working. Excel appears to try and learn your patterns. So if you are entering data in A1, B1, C1, and then A2, B2, C2, Excel will assume you want to place the next set of info starting in A3. You can also move out of a cell you are putting in data with the Down Arrow or Right arrow. If you are editing a cell's contents with F2, you will have to use the Tab or Enter to get out of the cell. Arrow keys do not work because you can use them inside the cell while you are editing the cell. I hope this makes sense and is helpful. Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of lenni...@mchsi.com Sent: Wednesday, May 19, 2010 6:57 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] entering data im excel 2007 Hi, I am a mew user of office 2007. I have been trying to learn to use Excel and Word. I have a thousand questions, but I have just one question which I cannot get am answer. When I enter a data in an Excel cell and press enter, Jaws speaks the contents of the cell below when the curser lands on it. I want the curser to remain im the cell that I just changed. Are there any settings that I can change so that Jaws remains in the changed cell? Any help would greatly be appreciated before I pull all my hair out! Thanks. Lennie For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5131 (20100520) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 5131 (20100520) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Accessible Google Books?
Have you checked out Bookshare.org. They have been working with many college and university book consortiums. They now have a student membership option. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mark Sent: Sunday, December 13, 2009 8:22 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Accessible Google Books? Hi marilyn, Actually, it is a good idea to look at RFB but they do not have this book. I am a member of RFB. I would highly recommend them. God bless, Mark -- Currently in Pendleton, Eastern Oregon Regional At Pendleton, Oregon Partly Cloudy, Haze 23.0°F(-5.0°C) Wind:S (180°) at 8mph (7KT) - Original Message - From: "Marilyn Walker" To: Sent: Sunday, December 13, 2009 4:37 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Accessible Google Books? > Have you tried rfbd.org (readings for the blind and dyslecic) for your > book? > I think they are still offering free memberships: see details. > marilyn > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4684 (20091213) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4684 (20091213) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4687 (20091214) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4687 (20091214) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[Blind-Computing] Genealogy online databases accessible with JAWS?
Hello All, Does anyone know of a reputable genealogy online database that is JAWS friendly? Thanks, Annette For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Shopping List Software
The name of the grocery store chain is Wegman's and I know they are located in central NY. They originated in Rochester NY. Their URL is: www.Wegmans.com Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Arianna Calesso Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 11:37 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Shopping List Software Annette, what is the URL for the stores you're talking about. Where in upstate New York? Arianna - Original Message ----- From: "Annette Carr" To: Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 10:28 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Shopping List Software > There is a chain of grocery stores in upstate NY and also in > Northern VA (they might be other places as well), who has a online > shopping > list feature that does just about all that you have asked about. I do not > think that it does the price thing you mentioned, but it does arrange the > list in order of where things are located in the store. > > Maybe other stores in your area offer an online feature like this. > > HTH, > Annette > > > -Original Message- > From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com > [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Bill Gallik > Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 7:21 AM > To: Blind Computing > Subject: [Blind-Computing] Shopping List Software > > Does anybody know of a program that will allow the user to: > > 1) create and print a customized shopping list. > > 2) create specific categories of items to serve as headings on the > printed > list. > > 3) provide for several standing lists. > > 4) create a "master list" from which items will be selected. > > I realize this is not a difficult project in a Word document, but I > thought > a program to do this sort of thing might be convenient. > > Let's offer a "for instance" here; Joe needs to print up a shopping list > to > go to the hardware store. He would have created a "hardware master list" > at > some previous time and he could then launch the "Shopping List Manager" > program, select the "type" of list as "hardware store" and select items > from > his "master list" for hardware. The application would then have options > to > save this current list and print it out. > > Now, suppose Joe's wife Joanne needs to go grocery shopping; she could > launch the program and open her last grocery list, add and delete items > from > a "master grocery list" and save and print the new list. > > The Shopping List Manager would provide options to create various master > lists and add/delete items from each list. It would also print out clean > lists with only the items desired appearing. And each item might be > preceded by a hollow bullet so the shopper could check each item as it is > located. > > And, oh yeah, the program should provide for caveats for items; i.e., "1 > Pint Raspberries (unless they exceed $2.50/Pint)" > --- > Holland's Person, Bill > E-Mail: billgal...@centurytel.net > - As the skunk said when he fired a shot upwind, "it all comes back to me > now." > > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ > > __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus > signature > database 4401 (20090906) __ > > The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. > > http://www.eset.com > > > > > __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus > signature > database 4403 (20090907) __ > > The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. > > http://www.eset.com > > > > For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: > http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4403 (20090907) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4403 (20090907) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [Blind-Computing] Shopping List Software
There is a chain of grocery stores in upstate NY and also in Northern VA (they might be other places as well), who has a online shopping list feature that does just about all that you have asked about. I do not think that it does the price thing you mentioned, but it does arrange the list in order of where things are located in the store. Maybe other stores in your area offer an online feature like this. HTH, Annette -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Bill Gallik Sent: Monday, September 07, 2009 7:21 AM To: Blind Computing Subject: [Blind-Computing] Shopping List Software Does anybody know of a program that will allow the user to: 1) create and print a customized shopping list. 2) create specific categories of items to serve as headings on the printed list. 3) provide for several standing lists. 4) create a "master list" from which items will be selected. I realize this is not a difficult project in a Word document, but I thought a program to do this sort of thing might be convenient. Let's offer a "for instance" here; Joe needs to print up a shopping list to go to the hardware store. He would have created a "hardware master list" at some previous time and he could then launch the "Shopping List Manager" program, select the "type" of list as "hardware store" and select items from his "master list" for hardware. The application would then have options to save this current list and print it out. Now, suppose Joe's wife Joanne needs to go grocery shopping; she could launch the program and open her last grocery list, add and delete items from a "master grocery list" and save and print the new list. The Shopping List Manager would provide options to create various master lists and add/delete items from each list. It would also print out clean lists with only the items desired appearing. And each item might be preceded by a hollow bullet so the shopper could check each item as it is located. And, oh yeah, the program should provide for caveats for items; i.e., "1 Pint Raspberries (unless they exceed $2.50/Pint)" --- Holland's Person, Bill E-Mail: billgal...@centurytel.net - As the skunk said when he fired a shot upwind, "it all comes back to me now." For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4401 (20090906) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com __ Information from ESET Smart Security, version of virus signature database 4403 (20090907) __ The message was checked by ESET Smart Security. http://www.eset.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
