Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 16 (latest) and Problems with Google Search

2015-05-11 Thread Tom Behler
I, too experience this problem, but in my case, it's with Jaws 14 on my home PC. And, to make things frustrating, it has only started happening within the last 2 weeks or so. Any ideas for a fix or work-around would be appreciated. Dr. Tom Behler from Michigan -Original Message-

Re: [JAWS-Users] Apology!

2015-05-11 Thread David Ferrin
Don't worry about it, I'm certainly not concerned. The fact is nobody has ever printed an owner's manual for running mailing lists so we do the best job we can. I read every post that comes across this list and that alone takes a lot of time some days. Trust me there is a lot going on around

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 16 with Office 2013 Spread sheet

2015-05-11 Thread Vicky Vaughan
You can get an external numpad that can plug in to your laptop. For all I know, there may even be a Bluetooth mottle available. I even was able to find a numpad for the left hand! This helpped with repetitive strain. Good luck Vicky -Original Message- From: Kuenga Chhoegyel

Re: [JAWS-Users] Cursers with sighted users

2015-05-11 Thread Flor Lynch
No. It won't work in files when using the virtual cursor. Also, be aware that list navigation and some other features are changed a bit by this 'tethering' (as it is sometimes known). The keystroke has been around in JAWS for several years. Be careful that you don't accidentally turn it on.

Re: [JAWS-Users] Long repeating subject lines

2015-05-11 Thread Alan Robbins
Rick, Thanks. So why does an ISP do this, or in other words, what function does it serve? Also, it doesn't seem to happen to all threads and seems more recent. Best, Al -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Rick Justice

[JAWS-Users] timeline on facebook

2015-05-11 Thread j Bron
How do you access your timeline on facebook? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [JAWS-Users] Long repeating subject lines

2015-05-11 Thread Rick Justice
If we all would take a little time, we could keep the subject lines a little shorter by cleaning them up before we post our responses, but that won't eliminate the tag that some ISP's put there. I removed the [bulk] from this subject line. HTH, Rick Justice Tomorrow's another day, another way!

Re: [JAWS-Users] [EXTERNAL] Re: Jaws 16 frequently goes silent

2015-05-11 Thread Lisle, Ted (CHFS DMS)
Eric, you're right. I did it that way in pre-16 versions, so I'd know where I was on the desktop and could start it without additional help. However, these brief lapses are not what worry me. The bug that's driving me nuts (and several of us have commented on it here) occurs when you have one

Re: [JAWS-Users] [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: [Bulk] Re: No insert key on mynewlaptop keyboard

2015-05-11 Thread Kimberly
I know, right? I can just imagine them sitting around going, you know what would be a great innovation? Let's move the insert key. That will make people so productive. , Sent from Kimber's iPhone On May 10, 2015, at 12:03 PM, Dave Carlson dgcarl...@sbcglobal.net wrote: Don't you just

Re: [JAWS-Users] Long repeating subject lines

2015-05-11 Thread Rick Justice
Hi Al, I suspect that the tags are probably a result of message filters on the ISP's mail server, and your guess is as good as mine as to whether or not the account holder can change them on the server end. I have seen tags such as Spam, bulk, and external, enclosed in brackets. I know that you

[JAWS-Users] Use of Control+Delete - WAS: RE: David, please do something!

2015-05-11 Thread Annette Carr
When wanting to use the Control+Delete command, do you need to have the messages arranged in a particular way? While most of my folders are arranged by date; just a handful are arranged by subject line. Will the Control+Delete command work in these folders without making changes? Will the

Re: [JAWS-Users] David, please do something!

2015-05-11 Thread Neil Towery
Hello David Moore and Everyone Else : Many of us are not as sophisticated as you are. We need a place to get answers to simple questions. I thought this was the place, but your comments make me wonder, if that is the case. If I get tired of a particular subject, I just delete the message,

Re: [JAWS-Users] Cursers with sighted users

2015-05-11 Thread Maria Campbell
Well then, I'm not sure what this key combo is good for. How about invoking it when you reach the place you want your sighted person to see where you are? We know that when the virtual cursor is off JAWS works unpredictably. I'm suggesting that there needs to be some type of mode where the

Re: [JAWS-Users] Use of Control+Delete - WAS: RE: David, please do something!

2015-05-11 Thread j Bron
Control delete key works in the in box. -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 10:15 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Use of Control+Delete - WAS: RE:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Cursers with sighted users

2015-05-11 Thread Carolyn Arnold
I tried the command even with my older system, and to quote my husband, that probably will come in handy. GIFT (God is forever true), Carolyn - Original Message - From: David Moore jesusloves1...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 12:32 AM

Re: [JAWS-Users] Cursers with sighted users

2015-05-11 Thread Pablo
Jaws key + minus on the number pad works to move the Jaws cursor to the Pc cursor, or to the virtual pc cursor, it depends on where are you working. If you are working on a regular application, then the jaws cursor will be move to the Pc cursor if you are on html document, then the jaws cursor

Re: [JAWS-Users] No insert key on my new laptop keyboard

2015-05-11 Thread Blackwell, Clifford
In addition to remapping with a program like Sharp keys, you might consider using an external number pad either usb or wireless to gain the additional keys. -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kimber Gardner Sent:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Use of Control+Delete - WAS: RE: David, please do something!

2015-05-11 Thread Annette Carr
Is the Inbox the only place where it works? I have rules set up to move most e-mail list messages into their specific folders. Annette -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of j Bron Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 11:02 AM To:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Apology!

2015-05-11 Thread Michael B.
Hi David, As the list owner said, don't worry aboutit. Also, don't feel like you're the only 1 that's done it. I've stuck my keyboard in my mouth more times than I care to remember. LOL LOL Take care. Mike This email was sent from my, iGoDodgersBarstool. - Original Message - From:

Re: [JAWS-Users] [EXTERNAL] alternative Tech Support group.

2015-05-11 Thread Baracco, Andrew W
Wow! What a relief. I am so tired of being made to feel like a fool because I had the notion to ask a question. After all, isn't that what these groups are all about? Andy -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Sunshine

Re: [JAWS-Users] alternative Tech Support group.

2015-05-11 Thread Carolyn Arnold
Hi Sunshine. Somehow I couldn't get blcompusers-subscr...@yahoogroups.com to open for me with Control L or Control O in IE. GIFT (God is forever true), Carolyn - Original Message - From: Sunshine sunsh...@abe.midco.net To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, May

[JAWS-Users] alternative Tech Support group.

2015-05-11 Thread Sunshine
If i may, I know of a group that will answer a persons questions and not make people feel stupid for asking simple questions. I also know the group i am going to menchen will not judge people, and will help people when they ask questions. If you would like to join a friendly and a wonderful

[JAWS-Users] timeline on facebook

2015-05-11 Thread David Moore
Hi J, On Facebook, I get on the main page first, and then get on the mobile page which is much easier to navigate. From the main page: enter address: m.facebook.com Don't use www. Once you're on the mobile page, arrow down to profile. Enter on that and your page will be up.

Re: [JAWS-Users] memo to the list

2015-05-11 Thread Tom
got you, thanks -Original Message- From: David Ferrin Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 3:13 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] memo to the list Now I am not fond of having to write such messages, but it would seem that another one is in order so here we go again.

Re: [JAWS-Users] Gmail account settings

2015-05-11 Thread Ann Marie Medlar
Hi all, I had email issues and I thought it was Gmail settings. OE would not open so I googled it and went through many suggestions to get resolved. Outlook Express up and running but someone on list wanted Settings for Gmail. I hope this helps. Here are settings that I copied from my

[JAWS-Users] memo to the list

2015-05-11 Thread David Ferrin
Now I am not fond of having to write such messages, but it would seem that another one is in order so here we go again. Only three people have permission to complain publicly on here about threads going on too long ETC and one of them is me. The other two are Bob Gilman and Rick Justice.

Re: [JAWS-Users] timeline on facebook

2015-05-11 Thread Carolyn Arnold
The mobile Facebook definitely is more screen reader friendly. GIFT (God is forever true), Carolyn - Original Message - From: Vy Pham vymailingli...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 7:26 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] timeline on facebook try

[JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews
-- Pen Name: Mellissa Green Twitter @abluegreenunivs website www.abluegreenuniverse.com What do you think is in Jaws's future. Like in say version 100. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Holger Fiallo
Maybe it will not be call jaws 100? To get with the times it need to have a name that shows that we do more than use it for workowork. -Original Message- From: Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 7:15 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users]

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews
Good point. On 5/11/15, Holger Fiallo hfia...@rcn.com wrote: Maybe it will not be call jaws 100? To get with the times it need to have a name that shows that we do more than use it for workowork. -Original Message- From: Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Carolyn Arnold
Could be that by version 100, we might not need it? you think? GIFT (God is forever true), Carolyn - Original Message - From: Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews goldyemo...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 8:15 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] The Future

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Holger Fiallo
yes. I will be singing with the angels. -Original Message- From: Carolyn Arnold Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 7:44 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws Could be that by version 100, we might not need it? you think? GIFT (God is forever

[JAWS-Users] Windows Explorer Locks

2015-05-11 Thread Michael B.
Hi Lynn, Are you accessing Dropbox through the system tray or the Dropbox folder located here: C:\Users\Lynn\Dropbox I've had problems when accessing DB from the system tray like you're having so, I now use Speak Dropbox keystrokes to access it or go directly to: C:\Users\Mike\Dropbox To

Re: [JAWS-Users] [EXTERNAL] alternative Tech Support group.

2015-05-11 Thread Kimsan
Was that sarcasm? :) I some times get the google it response. Lol. -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Baracco, Andrew W Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 2:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users]

Re: [JAWS-Users] windows product key

2015-05-11 Thread TheHangMan
Download the Belark advisor and it will list all your key numbers, except the Jaws. HTH, Jorge -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Tuesday, May 05, 2015 4:01 PM

Re: [JAWS-Users] timeline on facebook

2015-05-11 Thread j Bron
I think that works! Thanks! -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Vy Pham Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 7:26 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] timeline on facebook try going to m.facebook.com On

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews
Why wouldn't we need it? On 5/11/15, Jim Pursley jim.purs...@gaiacapital.com wrote: I remember, in one of my professional iterations, the book Libraries In The Year q2000 by a professor named Licklider. This was 1970 and library studies departments at universities had begun to add

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Jim Pursley
I remember, in one of my professional iterations, the book Libraries In The Year q2000 by a professor named Licklider. This was 1970 and library studies departments at universities had begun to add Information Science to their names. Come the mid 90's and UC Berkeley's South Hall was no

[JAWS-Users] Syncing Jaws Settings

2015-05-11 Thread Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews
-- Pen Name: Mellissa Green Twitter @abluegreenunivs website www.abluegreenuniverse.com Is there a program that will sync Jaws settings from one computer to another? If not, can a programmer on this list create one? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews
That would be good.Eye transplants, who knows. On 5/11/15, Holger Fiallo hfia...@rcn.com wrote: AI or cloning could replace eyes that are damage or genetic surgery could fix the problem with vision. -Original Message- From: Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Cristóbal
Good God. By that time, who knows, maybe synthetic eyes or eye transplants will make assistive technology more or less unnecessary. Either way, doubt Jaws or what we would recognize as Jaws will be in existance at that point. -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Holger Fiallo
AI or cloning could replace eyes that are damage or genetic surgery could fix the problem with vision. -Original Message- From: Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 7:48 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws Why

Re: [JAWS-Users] [Bulk] Re: The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Dave Carlson
I won't be around to care what it does in 84 years. I'm just hoping that JAWS 17 gets some of these annoying freezes out of the code. I plan to live long enough to get JAWS 17. Dave Carlson Oregonian, woodworker, Musician, and pioneer - Original Message - From: Jim Pursley

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Carolyn Arnold
I think you hit it, Jim. GIFT (God is forever true), Carolyn - Original Message - From: Jim Pursley jim.purs...@gaiacapital.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 8:46 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws I remember, in one of my professional

Re: [JAWS-Users] The Future of Jaws

2015-05-11 Thread Carolyn Arnold
More or less like Jim said that in 84-85 years, our physical disabilities might be better addressed. GIFT (God is forever true), Carolyn - Original Message - From: Nicole Valicia Thompson-Andrews goldyemo...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015

Re: [JAWS-Users] Cursers with sighted users

2015-05-11 Thread Flor Lynch
It is, as they might say, a compromise solution. It may work well in certain situations, i.e., when a virtual cursor is not involved; but not when it is. The JAWS cursor is a mouse pointer emulator, not a mouse pointer replacement. You've seen sighted folk use the mouse? They just know where

Re: [JAWS-Users] alternative Tech Support group.

2015-05-11 Thread Sunshine
Ok, with this you need to send an email to blcompusers-subscr...@yahoogroups.com On 5/11/2015 5:11 PM, Carolyn Arnold wrote: Hi Sunshine. Somehow I couldn't get blcompusers-subscr...@yahoogroups.com to open for me with Control L or Control O in IE. GIFT (God is forever true), Carolyn

[JAWS-Users] Windows Explorer Locks

2015-05-11 Thread Lynn White
Lately, when I have been using Jaws 16, when I got into something like Drop Box, open a folder and arrow down, everything locks up. It has become so bad that I have to use another screen reader. I would rather use Jaws. But, it is just too frustrating to use Jaws. I have read all kinds of

Re: [JAWS-Users] timeline on facebook

2015-05-11 Thread j Bron
Hi, I tried playing around with the links on the main page trying to find a mobile link and couldn't. I don't have any mobile devices. Perhaps this is why I can't find that link. Is there a way to get the time line on a desktop? -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List

Re: [JAWS-Users] alternative Tech Support group.

2015-05-11 Thread Carolyn Arnold
Thank you. I just sent the email to them. GIFT (God is forever true), Carolyn - Original Message - From: Sunshine sunsh...@abe.midco.net To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 6:37 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] alternative Tech Support group. Ok, with this

Re: [JAWS-Users] timeline on facebook

2015-05-11 Thread Vy Pham
try going to m.facebook.com On 5/11/15, j Bron jb...@optonline.net wrote: Hi, I tried playing around with the links on the main page trying to find a mobile link and couldn't. I don't have any mobile devices. Perhaps this is why I can't find that link. Is there a way to get the time line

Re: [JAWS-Users] Cursors with sighted users

2015-05-11 Thread leonard morris
cursors On 5/12/2015 12:13 AM, Godwin Adoyi Agada wrote: Hi, He is talking about tethering of Jaws to pc (control +insert +num pad minus or control+ Fn +Jaws key + semi colon on a laptop) It's working for me here using fire Fox. Regards, Godwin Adoyi -Original Message- From:

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 16 (latest) and Problems with Google Search

2015-05-11 Thread leonard morris
I always uninstall the Google toolbar when it shows up because it's a real pain. This isn't not fool proof but if you are installing a program you will be often offered the option to install the google toolbar during the installation process. Be sure to uncheck that item. On 5/12/2015 1:13

Re: [JAWS-Users] Windows Explorer Locks

2015-05-11 Thread Michael B.
Hi Lynn, Try the following to see if this will help: DO you have the preview pane and preview handlers disabled? If not, try the following. To disable the preview pane: 1. Open Computer. 2. Tab until you hear command module toolbar, organize button 3. Press the spacebar to activate the menu.

Re: [JAWS-Users] alternative Tech Support group.

2015-05-11 Thread TheHangMan
Hi, I cannot see why you didn't post this club on your private mail, if anyone would be interested to contact you off line. Jorge -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Sunshine

Re: [JAWS-Users] timeline on facebook

2015-05-11 Thread Kimsan
I can handle the regular fb site using ie; however, has anyone tried fb using ff? Good grief, makes one want to close your facebook account. -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Carolyn Arnold Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015

Re: [JAWS-Users] Windows Explorer Locks

2015-05-11 Thread Lynn White
I hadn't thought of going through the system tray. I'll give it a try. Thanks. On 5/11/2015 8:12 PM, Michael B. wrote: Hi Lynn, Are you accessing Dropbox through the system tray or the Dropbox folder located here: C:\Users\Lynn\Dropbox I've had problems when accessing DB from the system

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 16 with Office 2013 Spread sheet

2015-05-11 Thread Kuenga Chhoegyel
Hi Vicky, It has nothing to do with the keyboard. The keyboard works fine except with the JAWS.. Kuenga Chhoegyel Muenselling Institute, Khaling, Bhutan. Mobile: +(975)17684860 e-mail: kuengachhoeg...@gmail.com skype me: kuenga.chhoegyel Follow me on face book: Kuenga Chhoegyel visit us:

Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws menu

2015-05-11 Thread jim
I agree, One less window to have to ALT+tab through... -Original Message- From: Michael B. Sent: Sunday, May 10, 2015 11:18 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws menu Hi LeDon, Other than personal preference, what else can I tell you. Try it test it

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 16 (latest) and Problems with Google Search

2015-05-11 Thread Liuda Balcius
Hi. Tom, I just spoke with Freedom Scientific Tech Support. Here is the solution which totally fixed my problem and should do the same for you. Go to Programs in the Control Panel and if it's not there, then tab until you come to Programs and Features, I think it is called. Arrow down

Re: [JAWS-Users] Cursers with sighted users

2015-05-11 Thread Godwin Adoyi Agada
Hi, He is talking about tethering of Jaws to pc (control +insert +num pad minus or control+ Fn +Jaws key + semi colon on a laptop) It's working for me here using fire Fox. Regards, Godwin Adoyi -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On

Re: [JAWS-Users] David, please do something!

2015-05-11 Thread Michael B.
Hi Neil, Yes, this is the place to get answers to simple questions don't let the email of any one person sway you in a different direction. Sometimes people don't realize the consequences of a post to the list they make until it's too late I'm sure this person is feeling that. This list

Re: [JAWS-Users] Apology!

2015-05-11 Thread Tom
do you mean your computer, or your cable/internet modem? -Original Message- From: jim Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 11:42 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Apology! yes! I had a bad weekend as well! I reset my computer to factory default settings,

Re: [JAWS-Users] Use of Control+Delete - WAS: RE: David, please do something!

2015-05-11 Thread j Bron
I don't know. This is where I set up the rule. -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 12:02 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Use of Control+Delete - WAS:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Long repeating subject lines

2015-05-11 Thread Alan Robbins
Rick, Thanks, appreciate the info. Yes, I've seen those other tags as well. Al -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Rick Justice Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 9:49 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Apology!

2015-05-11 Thread jim
yes! I had a bad weekend as well! I reset my computer to factory default settings, reinstalled everything, customized everything. Still had a lot of the same problems. thank god, finally figured out that I had a bad modem. Reminder, if you are having to wait too long to connect to the internet,

Re: [JAWS-Users] Apology!

2015-05-11 Thread jim
Bad modem... -Original Message- From: Tom Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 1:06 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Apology! do you mean your computer, or your cable/internet modem? -Original Message- From: jim Sent: Monday, May 11, 2015 11:42 AM