Re: More On Our Plans

2014-06-24 Thread Michael Maslo
I would like to stay on the list also On June 24, 2014 5:05:20 PM Gordon, Lynne Tracy supp...@mac-access.net wrote: Hello everybody The responses are still flooding in with requests to remain subscribed. That is just excellent, many thanks to all of you who have written to us. This

mavrick

2013-09-15 Thread michael maslo
Hi everyone: I was wondering when maverick was going to be out? --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your message to mac-access@mac-access.net You can find an archive of all messages postedto the Mac-Access forum at either the list's own dedicated

Problems with Safari

2013-09-01 Thread michael maslo
Hi group: I am having trouble when I go into safari. just says url but the page never opens. Does anyone have any ideas on why this may be going on?I search for something using google and when I click on the link to open a page nothing happens. I mean when I do this I get where the

mail

2012-08-05 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: I have a slight problem and hope someone can help me. I have a new macbook pro and I set up my mail. However, when I go into the mail and set it up it does not have all of my folders. All I have is my inbox, sent, delete etc but none of my other folders such as bulk, kept emails etc.

question on going back and forth on web pages

2012-07-03 Thread michael maslo
hi list: Can someone please tell me how while in a web page ow to go back to a previous page or a forward page? Also while in the app store how would I go back one page? Any help would be appreciated. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your message

Mudder

2012-05-13 Thread michael maslo
Hi everyone: Was wdonering for those who have tried mudder if you have found a way that is easy to review text which has come across the screen? I found the area which shows it but when I go up and down more then a few lines voice over stops reading what is on the screen. Am I doing

Mudder help

2012-05-13 Thread michael maslo
Hi everyone: For those who are using mudder, has anyone figured out how to create a trigger? If so, can you please explain on how to do it? I tried but I am so confused. Thanks in advance. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your message to

system sound

2012-05-12 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Was wondering if there is a way to adjust the speed of the system voice I know how ot adjust voice over but is there a way to do the system sound? I am playing mudder and I have to admit it is not bad. I have a lot of problems when I want to read the text which came out already. I go

help with trash

2012-04-28 Thread michael maslo
Hi everyone: Could someone please tell me how I would get to where the deleted items were moved to when deleting from folders such as downloads or documents please? I just do not remember where I saw it at now. Any help would be appreciated. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply

Re: Switching to a mac

2012-01-15 Thread michael maslo
eloquence is no where as clear a alex. I can't believe someone may think that. Eloquence to me is so computer sounding and unreal. On Jan 15, 2012, at 2:28 PM, Daniel McGee wrote: Indeed Chris, for the most part I find Alex nice to listen to but now and then I get a word that he doesn't

sign on screen inquiry

2012-01-01 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: I was wondering if anyone can tell me how to turn on voice over at the sign on screen automatically? I have multiple accounts on my computer and have the sign on screen which pops up first. As it is right now voice over doe snot turn on automatically. How can I fix this problem

Re: Mac and voiceover tutorials

2011-12-30 Thread michael maslo
Try voiceofaustralia.org or www.macfortheblind.com On Dec 30, 2011, at 7:14 PM, Kamal Haffar wrote: On 30/12/2011 4:50 PM, Christopher Sims wrote: Hi. Yes that is an iMac. On 30/12/2011, at 7:03 AM, Sarah Alawami wrote: lol. I still would want ot get one of those macs wherein everything

Keyboard help

2011-12-30 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: I just bought myself a microsoft natural ergonomic keyboard. I installed the software but now confused on how to set it up to work fully with a mac computer. It said and the software for it was a mac software set up. Can someone tell me where to go to set this up or how to get it set

Growl help

2011-12-23 Thread michael maslo
hi list; i just got growl and have a few questions. I downloaded growl mail and was wondering if it will rad new messages as they come in or what is the purpose of this tool/ Also is there a way to configure Skype to work with growl where it notifies me of new messages or when contacts come

drop box question

2011-12-19 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Can someone please tell me how to cop a public link? I am trying to do this. I have a file in my public folder and want to copy a link or create a link and then copy it and paste it in the email message. How do I do this? I do not understand on how. I know with other systems you have

Help with how to make sure previous documents open don't open upon relaunching of that program

2011-12-15 Thread michael maslo
Hi list, I was wondering if there is a way to disable the last document to be open when you relaunch a program. What I am trying to do is as follows: When for example I launch text edit, it always brings up the last document I was in. What I want to do is have a blank document instead of me

VM help

2011-12-15 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: When I set up VM fusion, I had it set up for 2 gb of memory allotted to windows plus 2 to the mac side of things. I have noticed some issues with sluggishness etc when the vm fusion is running. I just bough t more memory and about to get it installed. My question is as follows. Since

Re: VM help

2011-12-15 Thread michael maslo
Yes I am. What email want me to write you at? On Dec 15, 2011, at 2:45 PM, Amber Harmon wrote: Hi Mike your name sounds fimaure did you ever play a mud called miriani if so can you please get in touch with me? On Dec 15, 2011, at 9:39 AM, michael maslo wrote: Hi list: When I set up VM

wireless headset for my mac

2011-12-10 Thread michael maslo
Hi everyone: Can anyone tell me how I would be able to use my wireless headset to my macbook pro? I do not understand what I need to make it notice it or where I can use it. For that matter if it can be used with my mac. Thanks in advance. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to

Skype help

2011-12-03 Thread michael maslo
Can someone tell me how to add someone to a conversation or a conference call? I have one active call but can not figure out how to add someone to the next call or another person to the call. Anyone give me som guidance. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please

Re: Skype help

2011-12-03 Thread michael maslo
vo shift space on them. then hit ok. or you can control click on the contact in your contact list and click invite to conference. Take care. On Dec 3, 2011, at 9:57 AM, michael maslo wrote: Can someone tell me how to add someone to a conversation or a conference call? I have one active

Re: Skype help

2011-12-03 Thread michael maslo
I did so thanks On Dec 3, 2011, at 12:10 PM, G.E. wrote: Hi, Please don't highjack my thread. I was looking for help with my iPhone, and how to delete contacts. You should really start your own thread for your inquiries. Glenn - Original Message - From: michael maslo mmaslo1

Voice over at start up

2011-12-01 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Was wondering if anyone had ideas on how to fix this problem? I turn off my laptop so we are working with a macbook pro and it goes to I guess the desktop. The problem is sometimes voice over does not turn on at all. I have to play around with it to make it turn on. It did not do

Chess with voice over

2011-11-29 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Was wondering if anyone can tell me how I would go about moving the chess pieces using voice over on the built in chess game on the mac please? I must be real dense just can't figure it out. Thanks in advance. in advance. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this

Re: VMWare Fusion 4.1

2011-11-18 Thread michael maslo
I downloaded it and I am not impressed with it. WHen you launch it I sometimes get lost in the tool bar without a way of getting out of it. When I finally do though g how I can move around but then I lost my internet connection with in windows and I can't get it back without going back into my

Help needed if possible

2011-11-11 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Was wondering if anyone could refer me to a place I can refer a developer to for accessibility tricks? Let me explain I was in contact with the developer of the Atlantis mud client who stated she wanted to make it accessible for voice over users but was having trouble with knowing

Atlantis mud client

2011-11-09 Thread michael maslo
Has anyone tried this mud client? If so did they get a way to make it rad the new lines of text read? For that matter is there a way to do it? Thanks in advance, --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your message to mac-access@mac-access.net You can

Re: Some concerns about Adium

2011-11-06 Thread michael maslo
how do you set up a event? What is or where would I find preoccurences at? On Nov 6, 2011, at 5:24 PM, Ian McNamara wrote: Hi adium should autamatily read it back to you you need to go in to preorances and set up your events. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post,

Re: Some concerns about Adium

2011-11-06 Thread michael maslo
hi I am having problems when I try to add a action to make the message read automatically. I go down to messages received and then i stop interacting with the events thing. I then go to add and the only choice I see there is run a apple script. is there something I am doing wrong or how do I

Garagge Band tutorials

2011-11-03 Thread michael maslo
Hi someone requested these so I am going to repost them for their help. Hello. go here and download all 3 garage band demos made by recardo walker. ther eare also other demos. Keep this link handy as it is I think the best thing since sliced bread. http://macfortheblind.com/?page_id=25 ---

garage band on the mac

2011-11-02 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Is there anyone who can help me with learning on how to use garage band? Are there any type of tutorials or instructions? --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your message to mac-access@mac-access.net You can find an archive of all messages

Re: Apple and Windows

2011-10-30 Thread michael maslo
I use windows on my apple perfectly. You need a mac and windows and vm fusion or something similar. On Oct 30, 2011, at 5:07 PM, Niamh wrote: Want to make the jump from windows to apple. Is it safe to run windows on an Imac? Have heard horror stories from people who did it in the past. Also

Re: Apple and Windows

2011-10-30 Thread michael maslo
. Also, I'm curious to know how you'll make the jump if you continue to use Windows on your Mac? Do you eventually intend to move to Mac for everything? TC :) J On 30 Oct 2011, at 22:17, michael maslo wrote: I use windows on my apple perfectly. You need a mac and windows and vm

Re: VO on or off

2011-10-30 Thread michael maslo
always keep it on. On Oct 30, 2011, at 6:18 PM, barbara jones wrote: Hello I just purchased a Macbook Pro and will be going for one on one training soon. In the meantime I am listening to the tutorial and learning some commands. Should I turn VO on permanently or do I only turn it on for

Re: Skype [Revisited]

2011-10-23 Thread michael maslo
Do I just go to the web site and download it or would software update work? On Oct 23, 2011, at 7:56 AM, Ian Harrison wrote: Hi, I am still using a very old version of skype as i heard there were access issues in later versions. However, i am constantly frustrated that there is no

mud walkder and lion

2011-10-23 Thread michael maslo
Has anyone tried to use mud walker with lion? I tried to run it but I got a message like it can't be opened for something does not support power pc's. Is there a way around this or what does that mean? Thanks in advance. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please

ap recommendation

2011-10-22 Thread michael maslo
Hi guys: If anyone is looking for finance app, I would recommend see finance. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your message to mac-access@mac-access.net You can find an archive of all messages postedto the Mac-Access forum at either the list's

bank voice over on the mac

2011-10-22 Thread michael maslo
Does anyone use ibooks with voice over on a mac with lions? If so does it work for anyone? I tried to input a transaction, it does not read a thing. I have no idea of where I am or how to do anything and would not be able to read a thing if my girl friend was not here watching me type and

viols line. Is there a way to stop this behavior?

2011-10-18 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Was wondering if anyone has tried tintin? I have and found out it works outside of the fact that when a new line comes across the screen, it stops the previous line from reading. Is there a way to stop this behavior? In other words, is there a way to make it finish reading one line

tintin

2011-10-18 Thread michael maslo
Sorry for the previous post. Did not notice my subject line did not turn out the way I wanted. So sorry Hi list: Was wondering if anyone has tried tintin? I have and found out it works outside of the fact that when a new line comes across the screen, it stops the previous line from reading.

Re: mud client for the mac

2011-10-08 Thread michael maslo
Hi Travis: I have a few question on the muddle program please. I opened the sample.muddle in text edit but when I try to save it I do not know what type of file format to save it in. I tried rtf or other one's but it won't let me save it. I don't know how to save it as a non

Inquiry

2011-10-08 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Was wondering if there was a way t I would be able to unhide files that are hidden? I know in windows you can unhide systems file and such but was wondering if there is a way to do that on a mac? tha --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your

Re: iphone 4s

2011-10-05 Thread michael maslo
Have tried it before. On Oct 5, 2011, at 8:44 PM, Mike Arrigo wrote: Android may not have every single accessibility feature the iphone does, but I can easily complete the same task on both platforms, and sometimes android is faster, have you actually tried android or are you saying this

Re: BPS Software

2011-10-05 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: What type of software do they have? I went to the web site and saw art for computers. Is that what they sell or is there more? Thanks in advance.On Oct 5, 2011, at 10:29 PM, Mrs. Lynnette Annabel Smith wrote: Hello everybody Those people interested in the purchase of any of the

Re: ChromeVox is now on the Chrome Web Store!

2011-10-04 Thread michael maslo
is there a help file for how to use this? I can't figure out how to move around the web site. On Oct 4, 2011, at 7:16 PM, Mike Arrigo wrote: Does chrome vox work correctly with dynamic web pages? I know this was an issue previously. I would say that you have been able to browse the web on

twitter

2011-10-04 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: What is a good twitter client for the mac lions? Any suggestions would be appreciated. I prefer free if possible. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your message to mac-access@mac-access.net You can find an archive of all messages posted

Twitter again

2011-10-04 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Someone told me a program by the name of yaroo or something like that but I was unable to locate it on google. Can someone else tell me a good twitter client please that works well with the mac? Thanks in advance. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post,

I lost a page

2011-10-03 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: A gentlemen by the name of Travis I believe posted his page for yahtzee and a few other programs. Can you please repost that page for me? I lost it somehow. Also I tried to download the yahtzeeame but I got 404 page not found error. Any help would be appreciated.g --- Mac Access At

mud client for the mac

2011-10-03 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Can someone tell me if there is a mud client that works well with voice over and the mac? I am looking for something where you can add triggers and alias and such. Any help will be appreciated. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your

Re: mud client for the mac

2011-10-03 Thread michael maslo
Hi, to connect using muddle do I need to use the ip address now? Also is there a manual I can read to learn how to create triggers and alias? If I could learn how to do that I would be willing to use this all the time. Will you let us know when it is ready or when you have finished updating

card games for the mac

2011-10-02 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Are there any card games which work on the mac? --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your message to mac-access@mac-access.net You can find an archive of all messages postedto the Mac-Access forum at either the list's own dedicated web

games

2011-10-02 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Was wondering if anyone knows some games which are accessible for the mac? thanks in advance --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your message to mac-access@mac-access.net You can find an archive of all messages postedto the Mac-Access

hot spot help

2011-10-01 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: I am trying to use hot spot with voice over. I am having trouble. I set it up and then i try to move or activate that hot spot but when I do it does not move me to the window as I was told it would. I hit control option shift and number to set it up. then hit option control and that

spread sheet program

2011-09-29 Thread michael maslo
Hi list: Was wondering what people think are the best programs to use for spreadsheet? I know that microsoft excel does not work sowhat else works good with voice over? Thanks in advance. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To reply to this post, please address your message to

Re: VM fusion 4.1 final

2011-09-24 Thread michael maslo
John: i saw the message to late and allocated windows to 2 gig of ram. Is there a way of adjusting it or am I stuck with it? I see you needed sighted help through parts of this. On Sep 24, 2011, at 2:13 PM, John Gunn wrote: Mike: If you have 4GB of ram set the ram for Windows at 3GB.

Re: Trouble setting up Dropbox

2011-09-21 Thread michael maslo
Yet another update and boy I need help. I thought it launched but when I hit option control f1 it does not show as a running application. I am so confused for I thought it was running but I guess it isn't.any help really now would be appreciated. On Sep 21, 2011, at 5:16 PM, mike maslo wrote:

So sorry for confusion on drop box

2011-09-21 Thread michael maslo
Hi list and Jeff: I saw your message jeff late. I see how it works now. I did not understand that you just see it in your home directory. If I wanted to send something via drop box, how would I do that may I ask? I am so sorry for all the questions. --- Mac Access At Mac Access Dot Net --- To

Help with a apple script

2011-09-19 Thread michael maslo
First of all let me say hello to the list. I am a brand new user to the mac. I own a mac pro laptop now and I have so many questions. For starters I need help or have a question about a script I heard about. I heard that there is a script for telling the time and date as well as for unread