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Access Technology

Your O&M Access Technology Training

Being blind or visually impaired doesn’t mean you can’t use the latest cell phones, tablets, or computers. It simply means you utilize these devices differently, applying specialized tools and techniques to navigate and operate them efficiently. With the help of accessibility programs and features, individuals with visual impairments can fully engage with technology, accessing the same digital tools and resources as sighted users

Access technology is often used more broadly for technology that gives someone access to digital information, computers, websites, documents, and devices. That can include screen readers, magnification, OCR, accessible mobile apps, smart glasses, and AI-based accessibility tools.

These programs convert text and other visual information on the screen into speech, allowing users to listen to content. Popular examples include JAWS and NVDA .

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These specialized typing programs designed specifically for visually impaired users. These tools help individuals learn to type efficiently without relying on visual cues and make navigating software and web interfaces more intuitive.

Many modern devices come with built-in accessibility options that can be customized to suit individual needs. These features include screen readers, text-to-speech, high-contrast, enlarged text, and voice-over ensuring a more accessible user experience.