I suppose it is a kind of insurance policy but it does prevent a freer flow
of information which would more than offset the small difficulties caused by
impropper implimentation and/or undeveloped advice.
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that's my thinking, too. Although i have to have it on in Firefox because
otherwise Ff won't work properly when I subscribe to automatic live
bookmarks. (I'm told that that's a bug in JAWS as well, BTW. Not everybody
has it.)
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From: Jack jlow...@neo.rr.com
To:
Your point is a valid one. If the information being provided isn't
constructive or helpful, then why post it. I'm in agreement.
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From: Kate shamaniclivin1...@hotmail.com
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 6:07 AM
Subject: Re:
True, but in situations like that, I always post a disclaimer. Like, if
you're not familiar with this procedure, then I'd suggest you not try it.
But I'll always put the info out there for those who have the knowledge to
make that judgment call for themselves.
Jack
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Hi Alan,
Another much faster way of doing this is to paste the message into a WordPad
document, which opens a lot faster than Microsoft Word, and doing the same
thing of finding and replacing the greater symbols and leaving the
replacement field blank.
Tab to the replace all button and
Are there any commands which allow a user of jaws to read only the text in a
webpage, skipping over links, combo, check and edit boxes and buttons?
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Use the letter N to navigate to the text of webpages. This skips links and
other elements on the page.
Kate
Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 21:20:06 -0600
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
From: nightcrawler4...@gmail.com
Subject: [JAWS-Users] Reading text only in a webpage
Are there any
I use web mail through hotmail. When I read my emails, it's constantly saying
clickable clickable, after every line of text in an email message. Is there a
way to turn this off?
_
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I just ran into the same problem this weekend. It happened after installing
jaws 9 thumb drive version onto the external hard drive and then trying to boot
up the computer with the drive inserted.
Is there anything in particular that you have recently put on your external
drive? Perhaps it's
The fact is discussing how to de-compile or crack an executable file is
illegal and as such not permitted on any list at all under this domain name.
I do agree with you Kate but my previous statement stands for anybody who
might ever consider posting such information on here. Such people will
Well I live in the United States, and this domain name is registered here
also. There for my previous message stands. I think that is enough on this
particular topic of conversation.
David Ferrin
ow...@jaws-users.com
Life is what happens after you have already made other plans.
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only files. I have another hard drive and it did not do that.
Kind Regard
Holger Fiallo
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From: Kate shamaniclivin1...@hotmail.com
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 6:23 AM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] starting pc and hard drive
I
Hi All,
I am back on the list after a couple of years off list. I have an issue
that has developed that I hope someone can help with. It is fairly complex
so it will take a little bit to explain it.
I am using XP Professional with all updates. I am using Outlook 2000.
I recently installed
I been hoping FS would have had a batch for this problem, but nothing to
date. Some times, shuting down JFW and restarting it will solve the problem.
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From: Michael A. Tisdale mtisdal...@cox.net
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009
-users.com
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A way to kind-of do this is to save the page as a text document. Also, an
almost example of what can be achieved is when, in a newspaper article
on-line, you enter on the 'printable version' link. (then, if the printer
wants to print, hit the escape button, and you can read away.)
-
However, if you want the help of someone sighted with you, or you want to
show them something, you will need to have screen track virtual cursor
checked.
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From: Jack jlow...@neo.rr.com
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 1:08 PM
You are only nipping your own reading of those greater-than signs inm the
bud, not the recipients'. Just thought I'd mention that. (they do have a
purpose, actually: the amount of greater-than signs preceding a line
indicate how many times the email was forwarded before it reached you.)
Hi,
I am still using Jaws 9, thank goodness, but one thing I do to be sure I am
not accidentally pressing enter on something instead of entering forms mode
is that I use the Jaws left mouse click to enter forms mode. Then I am not
in danger of being whisked some place I don't want to be. I
Use the following address in order to contact the management team
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Actually, after a little getting used to, I like the auto forms mode.
Andy
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From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com
[mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Sherrie
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 3:19 AM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Just hit N.
Andy
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From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com
[mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of
Nightcrawler
Sent: Monday, February 02, 2009 7:20 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: [JAWS-Users] Reading text only in a webpage
It clearly states in the license agreement regarding tampering with the hard
coding of Jaws.
- Original Message -
From: Dale Leavens dleav...@puc.net
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 7:43 AM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Scripting: Personal Jaws Startup
I just use the Jaws dictionary manager in Outlook to stop Jaws from reading
the greater than or vertical bar signs by replacing them with a space. Nip
the greater than sign in the bud for good (grin)
Regards
Waqas
-Original Message-
From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com
the last build of JAWS9 wasn't as good, IMO, as the previous build(s). So
JAWS10 is actually an improvement, for me. I could get used to AutoForms
Mode, and used it for a while; but i preferred it off when i reverted. I
don't always want to be in an edit area when i go on to google; and I
Hi, Kate.
I have this problem on the Zap2It sight.
I thought I read someplace that clickable is the new term for On Mouse
over JAWS used in previous versions, but I may be wrong about that.
Plus, it seems to identify text next to or under the link as clickable when
I know from experience
I know and for the reasons you have outlined they should be retained for the
sake of a sighted reader.
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From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com
[mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Flor Lynch
Sent: 03 February 2009 16:11
To:
the management team
jaws-users-list-ow...@jaws-users.com
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I well remember this coming up five or six years ago although I don't recall
most of the details.
The thing to be remembered is that this is a form of software hacking
reverse engineering. The original machine code is being altered and strictly
speaking, even loosely speaking I suppose it is
Hi Kate,
Are you talking about the mouse over command when you're on a webpage? In
case this is what you mean, there is a way to turn this off.
1. Hit insert-6 on the number row. This brings up the Jaws configuration
manager.
2. Now hit Alt-S and arrow down to HTML options, and hit enter.
3.
Good morning,
Depending on which country or jurisdiction you are in it is perfectly
legal to reverse engineer an application for personal or educational
purposes.
But, editing the binary file that contains that message will at the
best allow you to change the static message, not replace
It's actually a really handy tool for those who are new to Jaws. Learning
what edit fields are, and how they work is something that can be tricky for
newcomers to screen readers, especially on websites. I'm just grateful that
I have the option to turn it off.
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sorry about my confusion people my apologies I didn't think it would go that
far heheheheheeh lol relax everyone I don't wana do it is that better?
thanks cheers everyone smiles
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From: David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent:
Just a thought, but I'm wondering why your unwilling to share. If a person is
learning something like this and your at least willing to give the warning that
it may cause certain problems, then it's really up to them to proceed or not
proceed with the information. If they make the file
Hi, I know many of you have purchased the Western Digital external hard
drive because I remember a conversation regarding this topic. I've had one
for several years and have been using it with no problems. I gave one to my
son for Christmas and he just can't seem to get the computer to
Jo, ask him to format the drive so that it's blank and ready to use.
--
Chris Hallsworth
e-mail: christopherhallswort...@googlemail.com
MSN: ch9...@hotmail.com
Skype: chrishallsworth7266
- Original Message -
From: jo luland jolul...@verizon.net
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent:
hello;
all he needs to do is?
format the external-drive, and, he should be good to go then.
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From: jo luland jolul...@verizon.net
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 3:36 PM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] problem with my book external
Hi Joe,
Just to add to what Jack is saying, I've noticed that some external drives
are formatted incorrectly as FAT32, when they should be formatted as NTFS.
When your friend formats the drive, make sure he specifies NTFS and not
FAT32, otherwise he may find the drive crashing at some point.
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Hi Jo,
Did the computer assign a letter to the external drive? For example, My
Book F. If it did do this, then the computer does recognise the drive.
When you open a new external drive, they are usually shipped from the
factory with software, like programs to auto backup files and stuff like
Looks like the USB PORT IS IN THE BOOT SEQUENCE. IF THE DRIVE HAS ANY
BOOT INFO ON IT will boot.
At 05:06 PM 2/2/2009, you wrote:
Hi, all
I have the following problem. My new external hard drive is not
letting me start my PC, when I want. I have to disconnect it before
I re-star it or will
a blank email to the
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how do I fix it?
Kind Regard
Holger Fiallo
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From: tim z200...@gmail.com
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 7:13 PM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] starting pc and hard drive
Looks like the USB PORT IS IN THE BOOT SEQUENCE. IF THE DRIVE
Hello Flor,
Yes, after much puzzlement, we uninstalled everything, and then manually
removed every remaining file and folder related to FS and the display. A
complete reinstall, after which I've discovered that the firewall is
blocking the Jaws scripts. Jaws works beautifully when I disable
What I do to delete something off my favorites list is
1 in the favorite list highlight what you want to delete
2 press your applacation key
3 arrow down to delete, or press the letter D then Y for yes
hth Patti
Thank you. I thought somewhere on favorites and tried
but must have left out a step
Hi thanks but how does one highlight with Jaws? Sorry still learning. Karen
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From: Patti bbk...@comcast.net
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 10:27 PM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] how does one delete favorite on favorite menu?
What I
Hello all,
At work I use Jaws 10. I've noticed several problems using Word 2003, and am
wondering if others have experienced these things. Yes, I've reported them to
FS.
I do a lot of work with styles in Word. I often use the BANA braille template
that DBT installs into Word for braille
I am running Word 2000 with JAWS 10. I find that rout JAWS to PC
doesn't work. Is this also true with Word 2003???
thanks.
At 09:45 PM 2/3/2009, you wrote:
Hello all,
At work I use Jaws 10. I've noticed several problems using Word
2003, and am wondering if others have experienced these
You simply use the up and down arrows to go through the links in your
Favorites menu and press the Applications key when you find the one you
want to delete. I do not use alt D to delete a bookmark. I am not sure
if this works. I simply press the Applications key and then use the up
or down
I don't know, but I can check tomorrow and report back if no one replies
first.
Jean
Approximatura: A series of notes played by a performer, not intended by
the composer.
- Original Message -
From: Ann byrne ann...@sbcglobal.net
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday,
OK, let's settle this once and for all. *smile*
In windows XP.
1. Go to your C drive and find documents and settings. Hit enter.
2. Find your user name in the documents and settings folder and hit enter
again.
3. Hit F for favorites, and hit enter.
4. arrow down the list and just hit the delete
I do it the same way too smiles
- Original Message -
From: Patti bbk...@comcast.net
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 9:27 PM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] how does one delete favorite on favorite menu?
What I do to delete something off my favorites
move your cursor up/down arrows will work
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From: KB karen...@comcast.net
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 9:33 PM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] how does one delete favorite on favorite menu?
Hi thanks but how does one highlight with
Hi all,
Is there a way to remove bullets from text?
Thanks,
Lori
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In what program?
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From: Lori twilig...@kconline.com
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 9:45 PM
Subject: [JAWS-Users] removing bullets from text
Hi all,
Is there a way to remove bullets from text?
Thanks,
Lori
Visit the JAWS Users
You could do it this way but why would you want to since it takes much
longer? You can simply press the alt key in your browser and press the
left or right arrow until you find the Favorites menu.
Jack wrote:
OK, let's settle this once and for all. *smile*
In windows XP.
1. Go to your C
Word, any version.
Thanks,
Lori
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From: Jean Menzies jemenz...@shaw.ca
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Tuesday, February 03, 2009 11:55 PM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] removing bullets from text
In what program?
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From: Lori
Howdy. I hope my explination of this problem isn't too confusing, but I'm
finding it hard to move my folders within outlook express, because for some
reason the inbox keeps closing, and in order to move my folders or files to
different folders within, I have to keep opening the inbox. It
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