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Applies To Windows 10 Office (retired - do not use) This guide describes the most popular accessibility features of Windows and Microsoft Office. It also covers assistive technology products for Windows and Microsoft Office that are designed for people who are blind or low vision.
A screen reader works by speaking out loud what’s on your screen, such as images, buttons, and links. It can also read out text on documents and webpages. Most computers and laptops have a free built-in screen reader, so you don’t have to buy any new software. Screen readers make it easier to access information, navigate your desktop, and use apps.
- Narrator. For the blind, color blind, or those with low vision, Windows 10’s Narrator helps them read the text as you type, websites, notifications, in-app content, and specific portions out loud.
- Magnifier. This Windows 10 accessibility feature helps anyone who has poor eyesight or difficulty reading their screen. You can find it in the Ease of Access features list, by going to Settings>Ease of Access>Magnifier.
- High Contrast. People with visual impairment or colorblindness can use this feature to alter the overall color scheme so it’s easier to read text, images, icons and application windows.
- Closed Captions. If you struggle to read white subtitles on a video, movie or television show, especially on a light background, you can use the Closed Captions feature to edit the colors and backgrounds of any caption text.
Sep 22, 2016 · If you are completely blind you will need a screenreader and more specialist training. The focus is on changing Windows settings and free and low-cost software. It’s basically the things I would do if I was round your house trying to get your PC set up to be useful for you.
- Open Settings, and click/tap on the Ease of Access icon.
- Do step 3 (on and change) or step 4 (off) below for what you want to do.
- Turn On and Change Color Filters. Click/tap on Color filters on the left side, and turn on Turn on color filters on the right side. Choose a color filter OR colorblindness filter you want, and go to step 5 below.
- Turn Off Color Filters. This is the default setting. A) Click/tap on Color filters on the left side, turn off Turn on color filters on the right side, and go to step 5 below.
Windows 10 offers much more customizable settings for low vision. In previous versions, you had a set number of high contrast themes and it was significantly harder, and in some cases impossible, to personalize a theme for low vision.
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This factsheet covers how assistive technology can help people with vision impairment. Many features are standard within computers, tablets, and smartphones. You can also use standalone products with devices to make them easier to use for people with a visual impairment or who are blind.
