Hi people,
I'm using Jaws 2018 on a Win 10 PC with Tapin Radio v 1.17.2. While playing
a station Jaws announces every song change. Actually, Jaws will announce
what's at the top of the screen, so it's sounds something like this:
Tapin Radio
Hi group,
Alo7 is a digital English language teaching product and solutions provider
based in China. It is being used to connect native English-speaking
teachers to ESL students in China. If anyone has any info about using Alo7
with Jaws or other screen readers, please let me know.
Thanks,
I am using Win 10 v 1703 with current Jaws 2018 and I.E. 11. "Payment
Options" was the fifth heading down on the "Your Account" page. HTH Norma
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Rebecca Lineberger
Sent: Wednesday, April
Hey list,
I’m using the latest Jaws 2018 and I need to correct how Jaws is reading recipe
fractions. For example, when reading 10 1⁄2 ounces, Jaws says “ten one fraction
slash 2 ounces.” I need it to say “ten and one half ounces.” I’ve fiddled with
quick settings and the settings center and
Hi Vince,
Left handed PC keyboards do exist, I had to use one for a while. I would
suggest using Google to see what's out there.
HTH
Norma
Android: The Thinking Person's OS
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of cheez
Sent:
Hi JM and Gary,
Gary, thanks for confirming this issue. JM, I appreciate your insight. And
just think, here I thought Windows 10 would make my life easier. Guess I'll
get used to going under the hood and tweaking and tweaking. Nifty.
Thanks again,
Norma
For answers to frequently asked
Hey group,
I'm using the latest Windows 10 with Jaws 2018 build 1710.36. I don't know
what happened, but about a week ago all my file associations were reset.
Groove Music instead of WinAmp, Win 10 mail app instead of Outlook, and all
documents are opening in Word. I am getting the associations
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Windows Defender preventing installation of
programs
Turn it off temporarily. Tom
-Original Message-
From: The Iowa Gal
Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2018 10:56 AM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: [JAWS-Users] Windows
Hey group,
All of a sudden Windows Defender is preventing installation of programs
which I have downloaded from the Jaws Users site. I've looked through
Defender and I'm not sure if there is something in there I need to change or
what I can do to resolve this issue. I'm using Windows 10, not sure
Hey group,
I'm using Jaws 2018.1710.36 and attempting to update a current version of
Windows 10. I am getting the following error, which I have never seen
before, and am wondering what to do.
Windows Update
Some apps need to be uninstalled
These programs need to be uninstalled
Ok, I'm no expert but have you tried using this card reader on another
computer? Looks like you have tried more than one SD card. If the cable is
detachable, maybe it's worn. Just a few things that came to mind, sure hope
you get it resolved...Norma
-Original Message-
From:
I'm using WinAmp 5.6 on a Windows 10 PC with the latest update. Working
fine, I mostly use it for streaming. HTH Norma
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Cher Bosch
Sent: Saturday, November 11, 2017 2:10 PM
To:
Maybe a system restore will work to fix the issue...
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Arianna Calesso
Sent: Monday, October 09, 2017 10:53 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Links don't work
Paranoia will destroy ya
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf
Of David Ferrin
Sent: Tuesday, October 03, 2017 6:21 AM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Trivia game?
Please mark it down to my over
Hi Gary,
I'm using Tapin Radio but I mostly stick to my favorites. Finding a new
station stream is hit and miss at best. I don't think the station list is
kept very up to date these days, which is too bad, it's a great program.
HTH norma Go Cubs Go!
-Original Message-
+ctrl+2=work week view,
Alt+ctrl+3=week view,
Alt+ctrl+4=month view,
Hope this helps.
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Wednesday, August 2, 2017 6:28 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: [JAWS
y sure how you do this. I would poke around
in the view menu.
Annette
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Wednesday, August 02, 2017 6:28 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: [JAWS-User
Hey group,
Yesterday my outlook 2010 was acting a little weird so I closed it down and
restarted my PC. Now it seems as though Outlook has reset the calendar to a
kind of factory default. All my appointments are missing, and the calendar
is presented in a grid view with holidays starting in 2009.
ause I wasn't sure if you want CTRL+F to
launch the navigation pane or the Find and Replace dialog box.
Take care.
Brian Lee
brianl...@charter.net
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf
Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: July 23, 2017 6:08 A
Well I may have resolved this issue. Following Brian's instructions, I
checked the key combos for find and find/replace. I needed to enter
Control+F for find but Control+H was set for find/replace so I left it.
After closing down and restarting Word, Control+F does bring up the search
dialogue and
Hi Brian, I am having the same problem with Control F not bringing up the
find in Word 2010. If this key combo was set to go to the navigation pane, I
am puzzled as to why we are seeing this issue now, given the age of the
program. Previously, the Control F to do a find command worked fine. I just
So if you're not having the issue, the rest of us are just losing our minds,
huh? Here's another vote for it being an I.E. problem.
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf
Of Jim Flusche
Sent: Tuesday, July 18, 2017 5:15 PM
To:
ings just can't be taught!"
- Original Message -
From: "The Iowa Gal" <iowagal...@mchsi.com>
To: <jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com>
Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2017 6:29 AM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws and timer?
I also am looking for a timer to work with windows 10. T
I also am looking for a timer to work with windows 10. The programs page of
the Jaws list has 2 timers but I was unable to get either to work with
Windows 10. Rick, if you are saying that 1 or both of those timers work with
Windows 10, please provide more information. Thanks, Norma
-Original
There is a small but rapid utility called Search Everything that I have used
successfully on a Windows 7 box. It's #33 at
http://jaws-users.com/programs/
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Adrian Spratt
Sent: Monday,
From: Equal Access to Software & Information: (distribution list)
[mailto:e...@listserv.icors.org] On Behalf Of Prof Norm Coombs
Sent: Monday, January 09, 2017 11:50 AM
To: e...@listserv.icors.org
Subject: Accessible forms in Excel Webinar Thur. 12
Accessible forms in MS Excel
Presenter:
Hi group,
When I make a calendar entry in Outlook 2010 using control + shift + a,
sometimes I can see the event in my calendar and sometimes it only shows up
in the notifications list that comes up to alert that the event is eminent
or passed. This problem didn't start until after a clean
Once text is selected, use control + c to copy to the clipboard, and control
+ v to paste the contents of the clipboard into another document.
For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:
http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Thanks for the confirmation. Guess I'll just stick to other sites that are
Jaws friendly.
For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:
http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Hi group,
Is Pintourist useable by someone using Jaws or is it pretty much all
photographs? Just wanting to know if I should try to use it or not.
Thanks and happy 2017,
Norma
For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:
http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
I wonder if a system restore might be in order. Not a guarantee it will fix
the issue but might be worth a try, though I would imagine that you, Mike,
have already thought of it...
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Mike
Hi John,
Ok, let me make sure I read your message correctly. Are you saying there are
no keyboard shortcuts for some essential functions in Office 2016? And, if
this is indeed the case, was this brought up to Microsoft right away? Maybe
this is something that Jaws could have a script for. Forgive
Or, instead of downloading the executable, just hit run...might be worth a
try.
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Tammy
Sent: Sunday, December 11, 2016 12:50 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re:
You've probably tried this, but how about hitting your applications key and
using the open option? Does that do anything?
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Tammy
Sent: Sunday, December 11, 2016 12:50 PM
To:
I wonder if doing a system restore to a point prior to when you experienced
the issue would be of help...
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Alana
Sent: Saturday, December 10, 2016 4:11 PM
To:
I'm running Windows 10 anniversary Edition, 64 bit, and have not experienced
problems interacting with the UAC. Perhaps I have mine set to the percentage
Jaws favors...
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Gene Warner
Sent:
Thanks, Gene, for sharing the fruits of your labor. Perhaps David will list
these on the Jaws Users web site.
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Gene Warner
Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2016 11:48 AM
To: JAWS Users
. A for save as. You are probably here.
You will here read only and then cancel. Shift tag once to "Use a different
folder"..Hit
Jim Pursleyenter and you will find your familiar save as layout.
On 11/30/2016 9:37 PM, The Iowa Gal wrote:
> Hi group,
>
> I'm using Jaws 18 and Ad
Hi group,
I'm using Jaws 18 and Adobe reader 15 and I need to save a document. It is a
read-only form, so I am trying to find my way around the "save as" dialogue
but I can't find where I can type my name for the document. I see the path
where the form is located, but it says read only so I'm not
David, thanks so much for this tip...my Outlook is certainly running a lot
better, snappier and it's great. Best, Norma
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of David Whitehead
Sent: Saturday, November 26, 2016 6:11 AM
To:
Hi Annette,
Give this web site a look, it may provide you with useful information about
your question.
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/291352
HTH
Norma
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Annette Carr
Sent:
Hi group,
Using Jaws 18 with Outlook 2010 and Windows 10. When I cursor up or down to
select a time when setting an appointment, Jaws reads the time I've landed
on then the time just above. So, for example, when I cursor to 8 am, Jaws
says "8 am, 7:30 am."
I would appreciate help with this, as
...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Wednesday, November 09, 2016 5:38 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Another question about Protected View
Hi group,
I'm using MS Word 2010. I realize how easy it is to disable protected view
on a document. So what do
Hi group,
I'm using MS Word 2010. I realize how easy it is to disable protected view
on a document. So what do I do if I really need to limit a document I've
written and need to send to someone else to "read only"?
Thanks,
Norma
For answers to frequently asked questions about this list
-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Josh Kennedy
Sent: Wednesday, October 26, 2016 5:45 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws on a tablet
the RCA cambio runs windows10 full version, home, 32bit.
On 10/26/2016 6:05 PM, The Iowa Gal wrote:
> Josh, you'll n
Josh, you'll need to Google and see what OS that tablet is running. I think
it might be Android, but not sure. HTH Norma
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Josh Kennedy
Sent: Wednesday, October 26, 2016 1:03 PM
To:
: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws and Total Recorder
The best thing to do is go to the web sight and there is a help section for
screen readers try this first I could try and help you but I am pushed for
time right now that is what I did to configure mine.
-Original Message-
From: The Iowa Gal
Sent
Hi group,
I'm using Total Recorder Pro 8.6 and I need to be reminded of something.
What do I do to configure Total Recorder so Jaws is not heard in the
recording? It's been some time since I used TR and I'm not remembering what
I need to do. If anyone can please help I would really appreciate it.
: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Friday, September 16, 2016 12:33 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] which program to use,
Hi tom, do you mean playing CDs or ripping them or what? Sorry, not sure
what you're
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] which program to use,
Would this program work for music audio CD's?
Dr. tom Behler
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Thursday, September 15, 2016 11:09 PM
To: jaws-users
I like DVD Audio Extractor, fully accessible for playing and/or ripping
DVDs.
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Tom Behler
Sent: Thursday, September 15, 2016 8:08 AM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re:
I think you guys are referring to a SD card, aren't you? Kevin's subject
says flash drive, which is the same as a thumb drive which I don't think has
such a slider. If I am incorrect I would appreciate further
clarification.Norma
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List
While in FS Reader, you need to do a control + O to get to the area where
your book is stored. It should open that way.
Another way, which depends on how your PC is set up, is to just hit enter on
the book file and FS Reader will open and you'll be in the book.
HTH
Norma
-Original
parameters to make the rule
which I get to by tabbing through the dialogue box.
Hope this works for you.
John
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Sunday, September 4, 2016 8:45 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws
to be diverted to the new folder, then press the application key, then arrow
up to "rules submenu," press enter, and go from there.
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Saturday, September 03, 201
Hi group,
I'm using Jaws 17 latest build with outlook 2010. When in the message rules
wizard, Jaws is not reading the list of items in the list boxes. I'm using
the wizard that comes up when I go to File then Info then I hit the "Manage
Rules and Alerts" button. I have created rules previously
FYI...
EASI Free Webinar: Windows 10 and Accessability
Presenter: Karen McCall
August 25 at 11 Pacific, noon Mountain, 1 Central and 2 Eastern Windows 10
has returned the start menu after its removal in Windows 8.
It is richer and more complex than Windows 7 start menu. There are also
several new
Hi, give this a look...
http://applian.com/replay-capture-suite/
HTH Norma
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Lenny McHugh
Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2016 3:48 PM
To: JFW List
Subject: [JAWS-Users] gold wave like for
ls / Options.
Take care.
Mike
Sent from my iBarstool. Go Dodgers!
- Original Message -
From: The Iowa Gal
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Sent: Friday, July 29, 2016 12:04 PM
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Saving A File From A Dropbox Link
Thank you, Mike. I did arrow right to the open and
Thank you, Mike. I did arrow right to the open and save buttons, and when I
hit save it asked if I wanted to remove the item from the list. But, I
checked my downloads folder and the file was there, twice, in fact. So I
guess it is downloading automatically and I didn't realize it. Norma
Hey people,
I'm using I.E. 11 and outlook 2010 with Jaws 16.0.4468. When I enter on a
link to download a Dropbox file, I cannot locate the "save" button. I land
on the file as it is listed at the top of the downloads list but tabbing
around does not land me on the usual "open" or "save" buttons.
Hi there,
Just a few days ago I had this happen as I was writing a short document in
Note Pad. I'm running Jaws 16.0.4468 on a Win 7 PC, no braille display.
I don't recall if I tried this, but perhaps unloading and reloading Jaws
might help?
Thanks,
Norma
-Original Message-
From:
settings.
Good Luck! These things drive me crazy!
Annette
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 8:31 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: [JAWS-Users] Jaws not recognizing blank
Hi list,
I'm using Word 2010 with Jaws 16.0.4468. I had a sighted person proofread a
document and they are seeing blank lines in the document which I cannot detect
using Jaws. For example, with Jaws I read
This is line 5 of the document.
This is line 6 of the page.
So, of course, I assume
[mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf
Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Sunday, July 17, 2016 8:29 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws voice
As to the issues raised by the original poster in this thread, I have
encountered same in previous versions
As to the issues raised by the original poster in this thread, I have
encountered same in previous versions of Jaws. For example, in say all mode, if
it is a long document, my Jaws voice will get lower in pitch as it gets closer
to the bottom of the document or page. I think it might slow down
Hello listers,
I'm asking for someone on another list. He is seeking a source for Jaws
scripts for the Samplitude Pro x2 program. Evidently he was told that new
scripts for this program are available but he is unable to find a source. If
anyone can help, please post to this list as others might
Just curious, are these the same tutorials that are available on the
jaws-users site?
For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:
http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
If Windows 10 has a system restore feature, you might want to try that
before doing a uninstall and reinstall. Also, the good folks at Microsoft
Disability Tech Support might be of help, 800-936-5900 HTH Norma
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List
I suggest a system restore. HTH Norma
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Arianna Calesso
Sent: Tuesday, March 15, 2016 10:16 AM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Computer not going directly to
Boy, am I glad to see I'm not the only one having trouble with the OB
update. I thought something was wrong with my PC.
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Mike B.
Sent: Thursday, March 10, 2016 7:28 AM
To:
: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Monday, February 8, 2016 9:12 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: [JAWS-Users] Switching to a newly installed voice
Hi group,
I'm using Jaws 16 on my new laptop. When I installed Jaws from
Hi group,
I'm using Jaws 16 on my new laptop. When I installed Jaws from a download
the only voices included were Eloquence and Sappy 5. I downloaded a
vocalizer voice from the FS site and I guess I didn't install it correctly
because I can't find it in the voice profile dialogue. After I
est wishes,
Jonathan Cohn
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of The Iowa Gal
Sent: Monday, February 01, 2016 9:09 AM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: [JAWS-Users] Problems with spell check in MS Word
Hi listers,
I'm
Hi listers,
I'm using Jaws 16.0.4468 with MS Word 2010. I am spell checking a document,
and when I find a spelling error, I hear:
Spelling and Grammar English (US)
then the misspelled word
then spelling and Grammar English (US)
then blank where the correctly spelled word would be spoken
Hello,
Not sure if this will address your issue, but it is taken from a response I
received from FS tech support when I wrote to them about sluggishness with
Jaws and Internet Explorer. HTH
If the issue persist, try running internet explorer with extensions disabled
and see if the issue still
I have just sent my experience with Jaws pausing and crashing to Freedom
Scientific. FYI Norma
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Alan Robbins
Sent: Wednesday, November 25, 2015 3:02 PM
To: Jaws-Users-List
Subject:
Hi group,
I'll be visiting a relative for Thanksgiving and they want me to do some
maintenance on their PC. I currently use Jaws 16 on a couple desktops but am
wondering what I can do to take Jaws with me to work on this relative's PC
in fully authorized and functioning mode. Can I put it on a
I've been using chrome for several months and really like it. I agree with
all that David previously stated: Chrome is very responsive, very accessible
and just great to work with. I still use I.E. for some things but Chrome is
definitely winning me over. I'm using Jaws 16 on a Win 7 PC. Norma
In MS Word 2010, at least, it's used to center a line of text.
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of leonard morris
Sent: Friday, October 09, 2015 8:45 PM
To: jaws
Subject: [JAWS-Users] keyboard manager not fixed
Since I
Hey people,
I'm using Jaws 16 on my win 7 PC and I'm not seeing any college football
scores. Just wondering if anyone is getting the scores or what. For example,
there are 2 games being played as I write this, Friday, 9-11 at about 9:45 pm
central. I didn't get any scores last weekend, either.
DVD audio Extractor is great for playing DVDs as it is completely
accessible.
http://www.dvdae.com/dvdae/features
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Tim Ford
Sent: Monday, August 17, 2015 7:21 PM
To:
Hey group,
I'm running Jaws 16. While in Winamp I want the key combo shift v to be silent.
How do I make this so?
Thanks,
Norma
Android: The Thinking Person's OS
For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:
http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
You didn't say what email client you're using. If Outlook 2010, place focus
on the attachment and hit the applications key. Hit enter on Save attachment
or save as, then proceed from there.
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf
For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit:
http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Hi list,
I'm using Jaws 15 with FS Reader 3.0. In attempting to use the Jaws Find
command in a DAISY text-only book, Jaws puts me at the beginning of the book
no matter what word I am trying to find. I am searching within the document
pane with the window maximized. Unloading and restarting Jaws
86 matches
Mail list logo