Re: [JAWS-Users] the internet and webpages

2012-05-07 Thread Patti
When I go on the internet every webpage is Minimized , but I still can use the website. I did everything that was told to me. Patti you mentioned zoom there a while ago. that is in the View menu, and has nothing much to do with the Window state. Now that you have apparently set your window to b

Re: [JAWS-Users] dictionary manager question

2012-05-07 Thread Shari
Thank you, Flor, I expect the web design people thought they were being helpful by adding this little extra, but after hearing it over and over everytime I'm on the site, it was driving me crazy. - Original Message - From: "Flor Lynch" To: Sent: Monday, May 07, 2012 7:26 PM Subject:

Re: [JAWS-Users] the internet and webpages

2012-05-07 Thread Flor Lynch
that depends on how it is set up on your Desktop. for a start, there is a difference between the Internet Properties dialogue in Internet Explorer itself, which can be started from the desktop, and the other, Internet Explorer, Properties dialogue, which is the one you meant. - Original Me

Re: [JAWS-Users] the internet and webpages

2012-05-07 Thread Janie Degenshein
Well If you highlight the icon for the internet on your desk top Now tap alt and enter This will bring up properties Now tab until you get to run in: Your choices are normal minimized or maximized using your arrow keys choose maximize continue tabbing until you get to okay and tap the space bar

Re: [JAWS-Users] the internet and webpages

2012-05-07 Thread Flor Lynch
you mentioned zoom there a while ago. that is in the View menu, and has nothing much to do with the Window state. Now that you have apparently set your window to be maximized, when you press ALT+SPACE, X you should hear "Maximize unavailable". Are you therefore talking about something else when

Re: [JAWS-Users] the internet and webpages

2012-05-07 Thread Patti
I checked this out, and it is setting on normal. Thanks for trying. I put it on Maximized, but it still comes up Minimized. Now what do I try. Patti The properties to be dealt with here are not to be confused with the properties in internet Explorer itself. Microslip there! Find internet Explor

Re: [JAWS-Users] dictionary manager question

2012-05-07 Thread Flor Lynch
Press SPACE in the replacement field. - Original Message - From: "Shari" To: Sent: Tuesday, May 08, 2012 12:12 AM Subject: [JAWS-Users] dictionary manager question Hi Listers, A website that I have to do a lot of work on has added an annoying description. As I move down the page,

Re: [JAWS-Users] dictionary manager question

2012-05-07 Thread Shari
Thank you. Figured it was something simple, but I sure couldn't come up with it. - Original Message - From: "Cristobal" To: Sent: Monday, May 07, 2012 7:15 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] dictionary manager question Spacebar once should do it. -Original Message- From: jaws-use

Re: [JAWS-Users] the internet and webpages

2012-05-07 Thread Flor Lynch
The properties to be dealt with here are not to be confused with the properties in internet Explorer itself. Microslip there! Find internet Explorer in your Start menu, All Programs; Shift+f10 on it, and arrow up to Properties; press Enter. Now in the Shortcut tab control, press the tab key a f

Re: [JAWS-Users] dictionary manager question

2012-05-07 Thread Cristobal
Spacebar once should do it. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Shari Sent: Monday, May 07, 2012 4:12 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] dictionary manager question Hi Listers

[JAWS-Users] dictionary manager question

2012-05-07 Thread Shari
Hi Listers, A website that I have to do a lot of work on has added an annoying description. As I move down the page, Jaws frequently says "blank image for spacing". Since I don't need that info, I want to tell Jaws not to say it. I selected the text and opened dictionary manager, but I don't kn

Re: [JAWS-Users] the internet and webpages

2012-05-07 Thread Patti
I couldn't find where you are talking about, can you please tell me more? Patti Are you sure you are running the internet as a maximized window? You can check this in the properties Let me know if you need more. . . Keep Smiling, Janie Degenshein "Happiness isn't having what you want, but wan

Re: [JAWS-Users] an interactive script

2012-05-07 Thread David Ferrin
There have been scripts on the server for a number of years already. I just try not to do too much direct training as my blood pressure can't take the stress. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. - Original Message --

Re: [JAWS-Users] an interactive script

2012-05-07 Thread Brent Harding
Oh, is there script tutorials on Jaws-users.com now, or is this for the wrong list? If this is the list, not knowing a lot about scripting, how would I, when I need to, set a checkbox to true on a site where something universally hides the checkboxes from just about any screen reader? One of my

Re: [JAWS-Users] the internet and webpages

2012-05-07 Thread Janie Degenshein
Are you sure you are running the internet as a maximized window? You can check this in the properties Let me know if you need more. . . Keep Smiling, Janie Degenshein "Happiness isn't having what you want, but wanting what you already have" Access Tech Consultant Facilitator of ECHO (Eyes Close

[JAWS-Users] the internet and webpages

2012-05-07 Thread Patti
Hey Gang, I'm running XP, IE8, and jaws 13.0.638. Ok here is the problem. Every time I open up a webpage it is minimized. It doesn't happen when I open up documents, my email, just on the internet, so what do I need to do to fix this? I went into the menu bar and checked out the zoom, and it is at

Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards

2012-05-07 Thread Doris and Chris
while I agree that many have the technical know-how to run a list like this one or do tech support on site as you do, many do not have the interst or patience to do the follow-up you do. this is what I appreciate most about you. so triple cheers to you as our list daddy! *smile* Cheers, Doris

Re: [JAWS-Users] switching sound cards

2012-05-07 Thread David Ferrin
It could indeed be scripted as I did do such a thing a number of years ago before JAWS provided us an option of it's own. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. - Original Message - From: "Rick Justice" To: Sent:

Re: [JAWS-Users] switching sound cards

2012-05-07 Thread Rick Justice
It could probably be scripted, in both cases, although it might not look elegant, might still work. HTH, Rick Justice - Original Message - From: "David Ferrin" To: Sent: Monday, May 07, 2012 2:26 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] switching sound cards No there is no hot key possible at leas

Re: [JAWS-Users] switching sound cards

2012-05-07 Thread Doris and Chris
In jaws 10 and up, there is an option to change the default soundcard that jaws uses thru the utility menu. The above option has always been available but required manually editing the default.jfg file. you change the default sound device windows uses in the sound applet in control panel.

Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards

2012-05-07 Thread Kimsan
You're welcome! Kimsan Song Online Access Technology Trainer www.BlindAccessTraining.com where we offer screen reader and web design training -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Ferrin Sent: M

Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards

2012-05-07 Thread David Ferrin
I sort of figured that, I just tried to point out that there quite a large number of people who could manage such a list if they put their mind to doing it. Never the less I do thank you for the compliment. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones t

Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards

2012-05-07 Thread Kimsan
I was just trying to compliment you in a round-about-way David. No sarcasm, no none of that. Absolute 0 with you starting and running a list. Just giving props where it deserves. Peace! For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [JAWS-Users] switching sound cards

2012-05-07 Thread David Ferrin
It is on the server, I should have looked before posting my last message. According to the documentation it will do the switch sound card deal nice and slick. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. - Original Message --

Re: [JAWS-Users] switching sound cards

2012-05-07 Thread David Ferrin
Somebody told me about that program quite some time ago but I don't recall ever taking the time to play around with it. It might even be on the server which sounds strange but there is so much up there already my memory is at it's limit. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that ma

Re: [JAWS-Users] switching sound cards

2012-05-07 Thread David
Hello there; Well, for example; Windows 7, If you wanted to access the Sound cards quickly, You could, 1, control panel, 2, press "s"=sounds link, 3, press applications key, Up arrow and enter on create shortcut. Now, from the desktop, you could click the icon and change to the card of your cho

[JAWS-Users] an interactive script

2012-05-07 Thread David Ferrin
I'm going to post one of my own personal interactive scripts on the server shortly. It will give you a clear example how creating a script will work by using only one keystroke may give you a very large amount of options to pick from. The only limit is your own imagination and of course what the

Re: [JAWS-Users] switching sound cards

2012-05-07 Thread David Ferrin
No there is no hot key possible at least no single keystroke will do what you want. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. - Original Message - From: "Kimsan " To: Sent: Monday, May 07, 2012 1:23 PM Subject: Re: [

Re: [JAWS-Users] switching sound cards

2012-05-07 Thread Kimsan
Ok, I looked at changing sound card assignments, I think it was called but what you did is something I already knew and wasn't looking for but after speaking with others, I don't think a hotkey type of situation would do such a thing. Your pages are awesome, though. Great tips and tricks up there.

Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards

2012-05-07 Thread David Ferrin
The only real reason I'm the man as you say seems to be because I started the list, but that doesn't at all mean I am the most qualified to run it although it is not too difficult. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. -

Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards

2012-05-07 Thread Kimsan
And this is why you are the man David! You figured it out. I, however, was thinking of typing it out entirely but the complete word didn't make it to my fingers. lol Kimsan Song Online Access Technology Trainer www.BlindAccessTraining.com where we offer screen reader and web design training --

Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards

2012-05-07 Thread Kimsan
Rick, Rick, rick. You are so funny! Thanks for starting my week off on a good note. I'm here at my day job until further notice where I do not deal with short hand but instead short tempered people lol. Peace! Kimsan Song Online Access Technology Trainer www.BlindAccessTraining.com where we offe

Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards

2012-05-07 Thread David Ferrin
Sometimes you just have to read the message and hope it is what the person really wants after all. I just figured he forgot the three middle letters in sound. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. -Original Message-

Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards

2012-05-07 Thread Norman King
Mine said south dekota. -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimsan Sent: Sunday, May 06, 2012 9:48 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd

Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards

2012-05-07 Thread Rick Justice
I can't do short hand, my hands are too large. lol Rick Justice - Original Message - From: "Kimsan " To: Sent: Sunday, May 06, 2012 9:48 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] External sound cards was external sd cards Secure digital? Smackdown? South Dakota?? Lol, sorry, I will clarify next ti