Re: [Blind-Computing] concerning indexing in the system tray

2010-10-04 Thread Alan Robbins
What type performance enhancement does this gain you? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Rick Justice Sent: Monday, October 04, 2010 5:29 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re:

[Blind-Computing] Pearl Camera

2010-10-22 Thread Alan Robbins
Just wondering if anyone on this list has the Pearl Camera from FS and how it is working out for you? Al For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] Pearl Camera

2010-10-22 Thread Alan Robbins
...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 12:54 PM To: Blind-Computing Subject: [Blind-Computing] Pearl Camera Just wondering if anyone on this list has the Pearl Camera from FS and how it is working out for you? Al For answers to frequently asked questions about

Re: [Blind-Computing] Pearl Camera

2010-10-22 Thread Alan Robbins
-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 1:40 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Pearl Camera Rick, Thanks. I guess we can do this on list as it does pertain to computers and others may find the answers to my questions

Re: [Blind-Computing] Pearl Camera

2010-10-22 Thread Alan Robbins
] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, October 22, 2010 3:08 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Pearl Camera Rick, Thanks. I can download Open Book 9 and see if there an option to save something one scans as an image. When you say you can't substitute the Pearl

[Blind-Computing] Open Book

2010-10-22 Thread Alan Robbins
I've downloaded the Open Book version 9 to give it a trial. I click on run as demo mode but it then says read only mode. When I change any settings, such as speech rate, they won't stay. When I go to scan a page, it starts to scan then says page blank. Does anyone know if running as a trial it is

[Blind-Computing] Open Book Group

2010-10-24 Thread Alan Robbins
Anyone have subscribe info for the Yahoo Groups Open Book Group? I've downloaded the trial version and would like to discuss it with folks that are using this for their primary scanning needs. I did a search on the Yahoo page with the words open book but got over 5 thousand matches. thanks Al

Re: [Blind-Computing] software sound generator

2010-10-24 Thread Alan Robbins
Annette, Have you looked on the JAWS or Blind Computing site? There are loads of programs etc there and possibly what you are searching for. Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Open Book Group

2010-10-24 Thread Alan Robbins
-users-subscr...@yahoogroups.com Gerald - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: Blind-Computing blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Sunday, October 24, 2010 8:31 AM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Open Book Group Anyone have subscribe info for the Yahoo Groups Open

Re: [Blind-Computing] MS Office 2003, free download

2010-11-01 Thread Alan Robbins
It is true many PC's come with a trial version of programs such as MS Office. However, I don't recall seeing any info on a free download of MS Office 2003. I would be very shocked if such a legitimate offer existed. Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com

Re: [Blind-Computing] Problem With New Adobe Reader 10

2010-11-21 Thread Alan Robbins
Gerald, I haven't but generally if a current version is meeting my needs and there is no apparent reason to up grade I usually leave well enough alone. I have had too many similar experiences to what you portray below. Will be interesting to hear from others. Al -Original Message- From:

Re: [Blind-Computing] daily information

2010-11-25 Thread Alan Robbins
Having used Excel when I could see and now that I'm blind I don't think so but would be open to contrary opinions. I don't believe the tips passed on are intended for blind folks, though I could be wrong. However, many of them are achievable and often times are helpful. Al Al -Original

Re: [Blind-Computing] Advice on getting a new computer

2010-11-26 Thread Alan Robbins
Andre, Not so sure on the savings of building your own? I have not done so since being blind but did so on a regular basis when I still had sight. Toward the end, I was finding it difficult if not impossible to build my own for what I could buy a good off the shelf system. Just my opinion and

Re: [Blind-Computing] A vexing problem trying to get information

2010-11-27 Thread Alan Robbins
Joining Yahoo groups with Captias at least gives one an audio choice to hear it and then type it in. Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Marilyn Walker Sent: Saturday, November 27, 2010 2:39 PM To:

Re: [Blind-Computing] online accessible dictionary

2010-12-03 Thread Alan Robbins
If you are using JAWS 11 or above use the Wictionary feature of Research it. Prior to this I was using a downloadable one called Word Web Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of LaMcAs Sent: Friday,

Re: [Blind-Computing] image for windows

2010-12-06 Thread Alan Robbins
Lenny, Although this has been somewhat answered already, the bottom line is if you make the DOS recovery disk you will need sighted assistance to use it which, in my opinion, negates the reason most of us on this list chose to go with the program to begin with. David's new tutorial, Image for

Re: [Blind-Computing] image for windows

2010-12-06 Thread Alan Robbins
I have too many programs on my system thus it goes to the third DVD for a complete backup. I keep one good image around on DVD but then all the rest is all on hard drives Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on

Re: [Blind-Computing] light scribe disc labeler

2010-12-08 Thread Alan Robbins
Don, Not sure on accessibility of software but I have a friend (fully sighted) and you do need special disks according to him Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Don Marang Sent: Wednesday,

Re: [Blind-Computing] Microsoft Security Essential otherspywareprograms

2010-12-27 Thread Alan Robbins
So MSE doesn't automatically update itself to the new version when doing updates? How did folks find out a new version was out? Any new bells whistles? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of David

Re: [Blind-Computing] MSE update download link

2010-12-29 Thread Alan Robbins
Mike, Mine is up to date but still old version. How long do you think I should wait before updating manually to the new version? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Mike Barbara in Arcadia Sent:

Re: [Blind-Computing] 4 port USB hub and USB sound card

2010-12-30 Thread Alan Robbins
Betsy, There should be no difference in plugging a sound card into a regular port or the hub. The hub just acts like an extension. Most all things like thumb drives, hubs etc are simply plug play with no installation of software needed. Give it a try and let us know how you make out Al

Re: [Blind-Computing] Need help getting my CD rom back?

2011-01-12 Thread Alan Robbins
Carlos, It is not as simple as assigning a letter if your system BIOS is not recognizing the drive. Is it possible whoever put it in accidentally unplugged the CD Rom? I would check that first. If you need to start poking around in the BIOS you will need sighted assistance Al -Original

Re: [Blind-Computing] THE FUN OF BEING BLIND AND USING A COMPUTER SCREEN

2011-01-27 Thread Alan Robbins
John, Great story and thanks for sharing. Stories like this make me realize I'm not the only one that laughs at what I've unknowingly been doing Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of John Justice

Re: [Blind-Computing] need program that will convert m4a's to Mp3's

2011-02-05 Thread Alan Robbins
There are programs as others have mentioned but you may run into some digital rights management (DRM) issues. I don't use ITunes myself but from what my daughter tells me is the M4a files are protected and play on the computer or device they were downloaded to. In order to play on other devices,

Re: [Blind-Computing] Message I get when I attempt to Defrag

2011-02-05 Thread Alan Robbins
Mike, I would go ahead and run the chkdsk utility to ensure all is ok prior to defrag. You can do this while you are using your computer since it is not the drive with your operating system on it. What I do with my external and/or slave drives is the following: 1. bring up the run dialogue box

Re: [Blind-Computing] Message I get when I attempt to Defrag

2011-02-06 Thread Alan Robbins
the line, chkdsk drive letter: /f, into the run dialog box, hit enter, nothing happened. I have absolutly no experience with CHKDSK, so if I didn't wrong please let me know. Thanks much. Take care. Mike - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com

Re: [Blind-Computing] Message I get when I attempt to Defrag

2011-02-06 Thread Alan Robbins
or, how it supposed to work. Thank you David for your attempts to help me with this situation. I do feel a Doctor Phil session coming on! Thanks much. Take care. MIke - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Sunday, February 06, 2011 5:17 AM

Re: [Blind-Computing] Defrag

2011-02-26 Thread Alan Robbins
Have you tried shutting the machine down and then turning back on? Many times if chkdsk is scheduled to run it will do so at the next boot up. Otherwise go into system tools and schedule it for the next time you boot up Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com

Re: [Blind-Computing] Keyboard Manager question

2011-02-28 Thread Alan Robbins
Mike, Can you explain a bit more what this KVM switch is and why it is needed? thanks Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of Mike Barbara In Arcadia Sent: Monday, February 28, 2011 2:33 PM To: Blind

Re: [Blind-Computing] Asking for Advice on Opening a Drop Box account

2011-03-10 Thread Alan Robbins
Alan, I've been using a free drop box account for a couple of months now with no problems to my knowledge. I have shared folders with some family and friends and it has worked out great Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com

Re: [Blind-Computing] reply to sender link

2011-03-16 Thread Alan Robbins
Lenny, Agreed, is that the WW4B group? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of Lenny McHugh Sent: Wednesday, March 16, 2011 2:40 PM To: blind computing Subject: [Blind-Computing] reply to sender link

Re: [Blind-Computing] reply to sender link

2011-03-17 Thread Alan Robbins
Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] reply to sender link I only saw it on the bhm list. I went no mail on that list so can not confirm it. -Original Message- From: Alan Robbins Sent: Thursday, March 17, 2011 9:51 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] reply to sender

Re: [Blind-Computing] Rollback Rx program question

2011-03-29 Thread Alan Robbins
Mike, How does this program differ from using the restore option? Also, do you have or have checked out Image for Windows? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of Mike Barbara In Arcadia Sent:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Rollback Rx program question

2011-03-29 Thread Alan Robbins
Message - From: Alan Robbins To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, March 29, 2011 5:41 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Rollback Rx program question Mike, How does this program differ from using the restore option? Also, do you have or have checked out Image

Re: [Blind-Computing] How to do it in Excel

2011-03-31 Thread Alan Robbins
What version of Excel are you using? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of Cliff Smales Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2011 8:47 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] How to do

Re: [Blind-Computing] Want to purchase a copy of Microsoft 2003program

2011-03-31 Thread Alan Robbins
John, Couple of questions. Does this include Outlook as well? Is this the minimum Office that will work on Window's 7? How many computes can you install it on with the serial # they provide? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com

Re: [Blind-Computing] Want to purchase a copy ofMicrosoft2003program

2011-03-31 Thread Alan Robbins
, some MS products do allow you to install on more than one computer, as long as not more than one of the copies is being used concurrently. Not a problem for me, as I will only have one computer running Win 7. Next new computer is going to be a Mac. John - Original Message - From: Alan

Re: [Blind-Computing] Want to purchase a copy ofMicrosoft2003program

2011-03-31 Thread Alan Robbins
Correct, Office 2003 does not have the ribbons introduced in Office 2007. John - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, March 31, 2011 4:41 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Want to purchase a copy

[Blind-Computing] Office 2007 a Mac

2011-04-01 Thread Alan Robbins
I have some power point files I need to share with a family member who has a Mac rather than a PC. I am currently using XP Pro and Office 2000. My understanding is that Microsoft Office 2007 and beyond files can be viewed on a Mac? Since I do not have a Mac to try this on just wondering if this is

[Blind-Computing] MS Office 2007 and OS

2011-04-05 Thread Alan Robbins
Will Office 2007 work with Window's XP or is Vista the minimum thanks Al For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] MS Office 2007 and OS

2011-04-05 Thread Alan Robbins
it will work with XP. I have it at work on my XP machine, well, I did before they upgraded me to windows 7 but yes it does work. -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Tuesday, April 05

Re: [Blind-Computing] Microsoft Launches New Free Malware Scanner

2011-04-21 Thread Alan Robbins
Gerald, How is this different than MSE? It would seem to me anything Microsoft developed should have been picked up by their MSE program? What am I missing? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of

Re: [Blind-Computing] Best fitting cells in Excel

2011-04-23 Thread Alan Robbins
Brian, Could you elaborate a bit more on what you are trying to do and what OS and version of excel you are using? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of Brian Mackey Sent: Saturday, April 23, 2011

Re: [Blind-Computing] looking for outlook 2003

2011-05-15 Thread Alan Robbins
Mitch Have you done a search on Ebay? I'm sure you can find a legitimate copy for sale there. Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of Mich Sent: Sunday, May 15, 2011 5:13 AM To: blind-computing

Re: [Blind-Computing] My struggles with Mcafee are over;

2011-06-02 Thread Alan Robbins
I had the same problem years ago. I now use Microsoft's MSE and it works fantastic! Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of Dan Mccurley Sent: Thursday, June 02, 2011 11:21 AM To:

Re: [Blind-Computing] items in the prefetch folder;

2011-06-13 Thread Alan Robbins
Dan, I have that box checked to clean it out in C cleaner whenever I run it. Seems to help Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of dan mccurley Sent: Monday, June 13, 2011 7:04 AM To:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Protection Error in reading a PDF file

2011-07-08 Thread Alan Robbins
Lenny Many times PDF files are images rather than text JAWS can read. If you have FS Open Book try opening the Freedom import printer. If you don't the only other suggestion I have is to print, scan, and then read. The later option is a pain but I remember at my last job prior to retiring I had

Re: [Blind-Computing] UPS for New Computer

2011-08-13 Thread Alan Robbins
Margaret, I have three of the APC units in my house for the computers we have. We've been using the 550 model which have 8 outlets, 4 surge protected and backed by the UPS and the other 4 just regular ones. They work well and we never even turn our units off during thunderstorms Al

[Blind-Computing] Malware program question

2011-08-15 Thread Alan Robbins
I have just installed the Malware program to give it a whirl. I was prompted to register or decline (chose the later) I see there is also a choice to purchase and then register? How long does the trial version last or is this the type program where the free version works well but the paid has more

Re: [Blind-Computing] Malware program question

2011-08-16 Thread Alan Robbins
-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Malware program question I wonder which Malware program is the topic of discussion! - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: Blind-Computing blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, August 15, 2011 12:25 PM Subject

Re: [Blind-Computing] SuperAnti Spyware Pro users

2011-08-17 Thread Alan Robbins
Mike, Does this program find different things than Malwarebytes? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of Mike Barbara in Arcadia Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 6:00 PM To:

Re: [Blind-Computing] online banking

2011-08-19 Thread Alan Robbins
When one is hungry for vegetables? (just kidding, I have the same question) Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of Yvonne Oliver Sent: Friday, August 19, 2011 3:15 AM To: blind computing Subject:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Buying a printer

2011-09-09 Thread Alan Robbins
Rick, Can it connect to the router wirelessly too or just with standard RJ45 network plug? I wish they would sell a printer with just fax capabilities too but seems once you choode that option the scan copy feature are there too. Once this happens, as Gerald pointed out, you need sighted

Re: [Blind-Computing] Buying a printer

2011-09-09 Thread Alan Robbins
are also left without the other functions of the device. HTH, Rick Justice - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, September 09, 2011 8:46 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Buying a printer Rick, Can it connect

Re: [Blind-Computing] Buying a printer

2011-09-09 Thread Alan Robbins
are also left without the other functions of the device. HTH, Rick Justice - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, September 09, 2011 8:46 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Buying a printer Rick, Can it connect

Re: [Blind-Computing] Buying a printer

2011-09-10 Thread Alan Robbins
line. The fax capability came about in version 6, and was dumped in version 8 or 9, I am currently using version 7. Seems to be the trend of all companies to eliminate useful features with time. HTH, Rick Justice - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: blind

Re: [Blind-Computing] Buying a printer

2011-09-10 Thread Alan Robbins
John Being it is laser, I'm assuming it is only black, correct? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of John M. Sent: Saturday, September 10, 2011 12:39 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Buying a printer

2011-09-10 Thread Alan Robbins
for a fax modem or fax machine. You simply visit the Faxzero site,specify the file you want to fax along with the fax phone number of the recipient and some other information, and your fax is sent over the Internet. http://faxzero.com/ Gerald - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb

Re: [Blind-Computing] Using Open Book to FAX

2011-09-11 Thread Alan Robbins
- Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, September 09, 2011 6:41 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Buying a printer Rick, Thanks, makes good sense. Never tried faxing with open book but would imagine it sends

Re: [Blind-Computing] Message announcing incoming e-mail

2011-09-12 Thread Alan Robbins
It seems to me from memory that turning off some add ons in IE fixed that problem in the past? I did read an instruction on that from Microsoft a few years back Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of

[Blind-Computing] Mixing Office Programs

2011-09-16 Thread Alan Robbins
I currently have 3 computers in my house all running XP Pro. I am planning on keeping this setup until July 2014 when MS stops supporting it. I am still using MS Office 2000 and am looking to upgrade to Office 2007. Since I have 3 computers, my understanding is the student version comes with 3

Re: [Blind-Computing] Mixing Office Programs

2011-09-17 Thread Alan Robbins
will jump in shoot me down if I'm wrong or, have better options for you to explore. Take care. Mike - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins To: Blind-Computing Sent: Friday, September 16, 2011 3:47 PM Subject: [Blind-Computing] Mixing Office Programs I currently have 3 computers

Re: [Blind-Computing] Automatic computer shut-down

2011-09-18 Thread Alan Robbins
Although I don't know much about this I would also think it would be important not to have open programs with unsaved data or can this be covered with commands as well? Just curious Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com

Re: [Blind-Computing] Mixing Office Programs

2011-09-19 Thread Alan Robbins
use all Office 2007 products except Outlook. Please have in mind that when you are asked by the installer, would you like to keep your older versions, you respond that you would like to keep your old office versions. Regards, Nikolay - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb

Re: [Blind-Computing] Is it JAWS or MS Word?

2011-09-19 Thread Alan Robbins
Mark, Have you tried exiting JAWS 13 and use previous version to see if you still have issues? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of mark Sent: Monday, September 19, 2011 11:41 AM To:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Extract All Option Is Missing

2011-09-20 Thread Alan Robbins
Mike, agreed, amazed at some of the solutions folks come up with, that is what makes these lists so great! Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]On Behalf Of Mike Barbara Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2011 7:42

Re: [Blind-Computing] SuperAnti Spyware Pro users

2011-09-21 Thread Alan Robbins
I used the SAS new version and found it very difficult to check what I wanted removed and not fully understanding some of the ones it highlighted. On one machine I just removed all and then computer would not boot so I'm not sure what part of that shouldn't have been removed. Personally I like the

[Blind-Computing] System Tray Keystroke

2011-09-29 Thread Alan Robbins
Just came across this tip on I believe the Blind Access website and thought I'd pass along as I had never heard of it. Use window's key plus b with any screen reader to instantly be put in your system tray. I know I have Window's XP and JAWS and it works Al For answers to frequently asked

Re: [Blind-Computing] Registry Cleaning Program

2011-10-06 Thread Alan Robbins
Jerry, Well one way is if you are having problems or issues with your computer. I clean mine along with other general maintenance frequently with a program called C cleaner. I believe there is a link to it on the JAWS website. I think there may also be one on the blind computing site as well. It

Re: [Blind-Computing] Jaws13 officially released

2011-10-27 Thread Alan Robbins
Were you connected to the internet while installing? There is a separate file JAWS downloads and installs as part of the process Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Ann Marie Medlar Sent:

Re: [Blind-Computing] BCC FIELD

2011-10-30 Thread Alan Robbins
Fred, Open a blank message and go to your ribbons, then to options, then to fields and hit spacebar on Bcc field. Are you using the JAWS Virtual ribbon method? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf

Re: [Blind-Computing] outlook 2010 and win 7

2011-11-02 Thread Alan Robbins
Karen, Are you positive all contacts are imported? Hit Ctrl 3 to see if they are? If so, while in outlook, hit Alt F and then arrow down to options. Hit enter and then Ctrl Tab to get to the mail tab to adjust settings. Tab through and make sure the box to auto complete the address when typing in

Re: [Blind-Computing] how do you remove formatting from a document

2011-11-02 Thread Alan Robbins
Russ, Sounds good. I'm using Outlook 2010 and this key stroke only gets me to the edit menu and I don't see an option for removing formatting. What is the selection in 2007 that the e selects? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com

Re: [Blind-Computing] Audio Challenges

2011-11-11 Thread Alan Robbins
Would be interesting to hear more particulars on this Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Brad Keller Sent: Friday, November 11, 2011 7:02 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re:

[Blind-Computing] C Cleaner

2011-11-17 Thread Alan Robbins
Anyone know why C Cleaner was deleted from my favorite program update site: http://ninite.com/ Al For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] C Cleaner

2011-11-18 Thread Alan Robbins
-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] C Cleaner The company wants their software to be downloaded from their site only. Negoslav - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: Blind-Computing blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, November 17, 2011 11:08 PM Subject

Re: [Blind-Computing] Sea Gate External

2011-11-20 Thread Alan Robbins
Trish, I believe there is a check box in that dialogue that allows the action you chose with that device to always be the one if you check it and not show you the message. Next time you plug it in check and see. Can't say for absolute certain but think so Al -Original Message- From:

Re: [Blind-Computing] office 2010 uninstall

2011-11-24 Thread Alan Robbins
Lenny, I asked this very same question to Microsoft directly before I bought my Office program. What they said is you can only have Office installed on computers up to your license level. In my case I have two licenses that came with Office Home Business 2010. I have 3 computers in my house. So

Re: [Blind-Computing] Trick to Make Jaws react faster

2011-12-02 Thread Alan Robbins
Mark, Thanks for sharing. What is this feature supposed to do? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of mark Sent: Friday, December 02, 2011 11:20 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject:

Re: [Blind-Computing] looking for PDF to word converter

2011-12-05 Thread Alan Robbins
If you are using JAWS, check out the free Webinars on Freedom Scientific site for working with PDF files Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of IqbalHosen Sent: Monday, December 05, 2011 7:42 PM To:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Scanning organizing bills

2011-12-20 Thread Alan Robbins
I use Open Book with the Pearl Camera. Do you have any scanning software? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Annette Carr Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 7:35 AM To:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Scanning organizing bills

2011-12-20 Thread Alan Robbins
Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2011 9:26 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Scanning organizing bills I use Open Book with the Pearl Camera

Re: [Blind-Computing] GW Skype Podcast

2011-12-21 Thread Alan Robbins
I listened to the POD cast and am glad they are offering this. However, I am surprised they released a POD cast in which they were experiencing so much technical issues. This may turn some folks off from trying the product. I do think this was a nice gesture on GW Micro's Part. Al -Original

Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to Access Target.com

2011-12-23 Thread Alan Robbins
Gerald, For what it is worth, just tried going to target site and it opened with no problem. I'm using Window's XP Pro, latest JAWS and IE 8 Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Gerald Levy Sent:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to Access Target.com

2011-12-23 Thread Alan Robbins
any sense. Gerald - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, December 23, 2011 7:45 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to Access Target.com Gerald, For what it is worth, just tried going to target site

Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to Access Target.com

2011-12-23 Thread Alan Robbins
, be the culprit? Gerald - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, December 23, 2011 9:23 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Unable to Access Target.com Gerald, I have no idea unless there is some quirk, setting, etc

Re: [Blind-Computing] mainstream OCR packages?

2011-12-28 Thread Alan Robbins
Gerald, I believe the currency recognition in Open Book only works with old scanners. I know it is blocked out with the Pearl Camera al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Gerald Levy Sent:

Re: [Blind-Computing] mainstream OCR packages?

2011-12-28 Thread Alan Robbins
but I still find that strange. David Ferrin A person who has a closed mind is afraid of learning. - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2011 10:48 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] mainstream OCR packages

Re: [Blind-Computing] mainstream OCR packages?

2011-12-28 Thread Alan Robbins
that strange. David Ferrin A person who has a closed mind is afraid of learning. - Original Message - From: Alan Robbins arobb...@nycap.rr.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2011 10:48 AM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] mainstream OCR packages? Gerald, I believe

Re: [Blind-Computing] mainstream OCR packages?

2011-12-28 Thread Alan Robbins
Also, for those that have an IPhone, the Look Tell money identifier will do American and many other currencies Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Gerald Levy Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View

2012-01-06 Thread Alan Robbins
You can also hit F6 key and arrow down to enabling editing. This is not a permanent fix but just for the current document. Need to trust the source, however Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of

Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View

2012-01-07 Thread Alan Robbins
- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 2:26 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View Annette, Can't think of any. I'm using XP Pro

Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View

2012-01-08 Thread Alan Robbins
-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Alan Robbins Sent: Friday, January 06, 2012 8:32 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Excel 2010 - Protected View You can also hit F6 key and arrow down to enabling editing. This is not a permanent fix but just

Re: [Blind-Computing] Another excel question

2012-01-14 Thread Alan Robbins
Go to format and change the selection for the cell to general -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Cliff Smales Sent: Friday, January 13, 2012 10:08 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject:

Re: [Blind-Computing] MR3 files need trimming

2012-01-18 Thread Alan Robbins
I use Gold wave which will do this and a whole lot more if you want to. Also, try looking around the blind computing home page. There is a lot of different stuff up there. Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com]

Re: [Blind-Computing] drop box question

2012-01-24 Thread Alan Robbins
Wouldn't storing in any folder you have in drop box do the same? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of melissa tucker Sent: Monday, January 23, 2012 9:32 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com

Re: [Blind-Computing] PC cleaner pro

2012-01-25 Thread Alan Robbins
How does this differ from the free version of C Cleaner? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Anna Vimini Sent: Wednesday, January 25, 2012 1:15 PM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Printers for Normal Sized Checks

2012-02-12 Thread Alan Robbins
William, Wouldn't you find it easier to use an on line service to send checks that you can't arrange electronically? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of William Gallik Sent: Sunday, February 12,

[Blind-Computing] Ctrl Y in Excel

2012-02-15 Thread Alan Robbins
I am using Win XP Pro, MS Office 2010, and latest version of JAWS 13. In Excel, using the keyboard command Ctrl Y is supposed to repeat your last action. So, for instance, if I select insert a row and then following the insertion use Ctrl Y it should keep repeating the action. Up until lately this

Re: [Blind-Computing] about outlook express for windows 7

2012-02-18 Thread Alan Robbins
Window's 7 does not come with Outlook Express or any other native email client. You need to pick your own and install Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of chetan kumar Sent: Saturday, February 18,

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