Re: [Blind-Computing] Getting settings to stick in Word2010Documents

2012-09-07 Thread Liuda Balcius
Cliff, this sounds very good. I want my size to remain always at 14 for writing this manuscript, just like you have yours set at 12. Now, my question is, how did you permanently set the size of your type at 12 to begin with? Thanks ... Liuda -Original Message- From:

[Blind-Computing] Navigating the Blind-Computing Website Question

2012-09-07 Thread Liuda Balcius
I am new to the group. I am trying to locate the Tips and Tricks Page on the website. I get to the Subscription page where I am stuck and then what must I do to read additional pages that follow this one with allot of helpful information? Thanks for your help ... Liuda For answers to

Re: [Blind-Computing] Getting settings to stick in Word2010Documents

2012-09-07 Thread Alan Robbins
I wonder if the text and background color were the same? Al -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mike B. Sent: Friday, September 07, 2012 12:53 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: Re:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Getting settings to stick in Word2010Documents

2012-09-07 Thread Cliff Smales
Liuda: Thebest answer I can give you goes like this. 12 point is the default size for my machine. This may vary, of course, from machine to machine, and manufacture to manufacture. For example: Once your writing session is completed, and you've shut down, your font size will, or may be

Re: [Blind-Computing] Getting settings to stick in Word 2010 Documents

2012-09-07 Thread Steve Cook
In the font dialog box you need to press enter on default and tell it to use these for all documents. HTH Steve Cook Assistive Technology Consultant SC Commission for the Blind Office: (803) 898-8788 E-Mail: stc...@sccb.sc.gov -Original Message- From:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Getting settings to stick in Word2010Documents

2012-09-07 Thread Liuda Balcius
Hi, Cliff! I think I should be able to make 14 point my default for all documents like in a template and never have it change. This is what I need to do and not worry about it for every document. I will continue until I find a way to achieve this myself because if I forget once, then it is a

Re: [Blind-Computing] Navigating the Blind-Computing Website Question

2012-09-07 Thread Mike B.
Hi Liuda 1. Press enter on the link at the bottom of this page 2. Arrow down to, Tips and Tricks Page, press enter. 3. Now, you are on the Tips Tricks page. You can arrow down until you get to the various topics but, the easiest way is to navigate by Headings. Do this by pressing the letter

Re: [Blind-Computing] Getting settings to stick in Word2010Documents

2012-09-07 Thread Mike B.
Hi Liuda, I would like to suggest that you join the Jaws-Users list. I am assuming that you are using Jaws as your screen-reader. On this list you will get answers from a wider range of people using Word 2010. Click on the link below, put subscribe, into the subject line, send without

Re: [Blind-Computing] Getting settings to stick in Word2010Documents

2012-09-07 Thread lsterling0
Hi I am using 2007 but maybe 2010 is the same. I use the application key go to fonts and choose the size I want and hit ok and it stays. Hth Louana Owner of vipspouses a list for visually impaired and blind individuals to discuss frustrations in their lives. for an invertation To join contact

[Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google

2012-09-07 Thread Niamh
I am unable to access google do not know why. Can anybody suggest an alternative? Niamh For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google

2012-09-07 Thread mark
Hi Google has been using a system that tries to find the answer to your search while you are typing it. This system tends to confuse JAWS. Personally, I have been finding MSN.com to be screen reader friendly. I hope this helps. God bless, Mark God Loves you! You can visit my website

[Blind-Computing] IE standard or 64 bit?

2012-09-07 Thread Alan Robbins
On my Win 7 Home Premium system I have the standard Internet Explorer and also a 64 bit version. When I click on a link or go to the internet, how do I know which version is working? Is it recommended to make one or the other the default or will Win 7 use the one it feels is best Thanks Al

Re: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google

2012-09-07 Thread Jay Phinnemore
I used to use Yahoo.com -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Niamh Sent: Friday, September 07, 2012 10:49 AM To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Subject: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to

Re: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google

2012-09-07 Thread Niamh
thanks Mark will give it a try. Niamh - Original Message - From: mark marktorger...@my180.net To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, September 07, 2012 4:02 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google Hi Google has been using a system that

Re: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google

2012-09-07 Thread Niamh
Thanks, I tried yahoo for a long time but so much of it kept changing. - Original Message - From: Jay Phinnemore not.by.sigh...@gmail.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, September 07, 2012 4:11 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google I

Re: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google

2012-09-07 Thread Jay Phinnemore
Isn't there a Google accessible site? I think it has something to do with google labs/accessible or something like that in the site address. Jay -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Niamh Sent:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google

2012-09-07 Thread Jay Phinnemore
Here you go, try this, labs.google.com/accessible I don't know if it will work for you but it is a cleaned up google site that may work. Jay -Original Message- From: blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:blind-computing-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Niamh Sent: Friday,

Re: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google

2012-09-07 Thread Niamh
I will give it a go many many thanks. - Original Message - From: Jay Phinnemore not.by.sigh...@gmail.com To: blind-computing@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, September 07, 2012 4:28 PM Subject: Re: [Blind-Computing] Search engine alternative to Google Here you go, try this,

[Blind-Computing] Mission Accomplished - Template is Fixed to be the same on all Word 2010 Documents

2012-09-07 Thread Liuda Balcius
To everyone! Thank you all very much for your ideas. The problem is solved and everything should be the same the rest of the way on all documents just as I needed it to be. I do appreciate each of you taking time out to offer your ideas and help. Pleasant day to all, Liuda For answers to

Re: [Blind-Computing] Mission Accomplished - Template is Fixed to bethe same on all Word 2010 Documents

2012-09-07 Thread Lauren Simmons
Hi, With the amount of effort put into helping you, why has it not crossed your mind to tell everyone else how you did it? The more you help others, the higher the likelihood they will help you again. LS - Original Message - From: Liuda Balcius balciu...@gmail.com To:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Mission Accomplished - Template is Fixed tobethe same on all Word 2010 Documents

2012-09-07 Thread David Ferrin
That is a good idea, remember folks this lady is new so she is not accustomed to the way we do things around here in our little corner of the world. David Ferrin Always be yourself because the people that matter don't mind, and the ones that mind don't matter. -Original Message- From:

Re: [Blind-Computing] Mission Accomplished - Template is Fixed to be the same on all Word 2010 Documents

2012-09-07 Thread Liuda Balcius
Hello, LS, Here is exactly what had to be done in order for it to remain for all documents and all documents is the key phrase. To change the default font settings, click the small box with an arrow in the right left corner of the Font section of the Home tab in the Ribbon. In the Font dialog