Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws quits speaking.

2007-06-27 Thread Larry Stansifer
I wish it was that interesting. I work for a business development firm as a sales team leader and I am required to generate a monthly performance report. Frankly I liked it a lot better when there were more sales and fewer reports. I can give you more details off list if you are interested. Trust

[JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread sue garrett
Hi all - can you tell me if there is ever a case for using the numberpad for number input rather than the top row of numbers? would JAWS users ever put the numlock on and use the numberpad? Thanks for the help Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http://www.jaws-users.com Address for the list

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread KURTIS POTTER
Taking a survey? The answer is yes. At work, my Num Lock is on 98% of the time. I am much more efficient at entering numerical data using the Num Pad than the top row of numbers. In fact, I found it quite annoying when JAWS began turning the Num lock off. I recommended to FS that this should

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread Deborah Mason
On the rare occasion I use a calculator, I use the num pad rather than the top row of numbers because I can enter the numbers more quickly using it. The only talking calculator I ever owned had the same key configuration as the num pad. I still prefer using my noggin, but every now and then I

[JAWS-Users] an apology to a new member

2007-06-27 Thread David Ferrin
I might have accidentally deleted a post from a new member by mistake, if so I apologies. As many of you may know all new members are moderated when they first join this list, this is to cut down on Spam making it's way to the list. Any how I'm still getting comfortable with the mailman program

[JAWS-Users] blind computing list

2007-06-27 Thread Stu
Is the blind computing list having problems? Haven't had anything from the list in the past 4 days. Stu [EMAIL PROTECTED] When the devil reminds you of your past, remind him of his future! Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http://www.jaws-users.com Address for the list archives:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread Eric Damery
Hello to the List, I am Eric Damery, the Product Manager for JAWS and have been reading some of the posts recently. While I don't have the time to answer or comment on everything, I will try to on some of these topics such as this NumPad subject. The ability to toggle numlock on and off letting

Re: [JAWS-Users] blind computing list

2007-06-27 Thread Christopher Hallsworth
Well the said list appears to be working, perhaps people aren't having any computer problems today smiles. On Wed, 27 Jun 2007 09:35:43 -0500, Stu [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: Is the blind computing list having problems? Haven't had anything from the list in the past 4 days. Stu [EMAIL PROTECTED]

[JAWS-Users] Need some reassurance, I think

2007-06-27 Thread Christopher Hallsworth
Hi all, If ever I discover anything that I think is useful, then I will post it to the lists, and never beforehand. I appreciate that some of these tips may be confusing for novices, and I will explain these technical terms in the future, but let me reassure you that I will only post anything that

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread graham smith
to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Use the following form in order to contact the management team http://www.jaws-users.com/managers.php If you wish to join the Blind Computing list send a blank email to the following address: [EMAIL PROTECTED] __ NOD32 2358 (20070627) Information

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread Russ Breitenstein
Sue I use the numeric keypad frequently to key longer strings of numbers such as telephone numbers, SS numbers, or credit card numbers. I have to tell you that I was an accountant for about 30 years so I am very used to the numeric keypad layout. Take care, Russ -Original Message- From:

Re: [JAWS-Users] Registry Mechanic

2007-06-27 Thread Lennie Rinaldi
Hello Lisa, Registry Mechanic is not free. It costs $29.95 for a single computer. I have no idea how it works with Jaws 6, but I would think it would not be any different with your version and Jaws 8. You will have to use the Jaws cursor. You are right. You should not go into your window

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread David Ferrin
Thank you for giving me more information for my tips and tricks page. Please tell me this though, is this version specific, if so which versions? David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday,

Re: [JAWS-Users] Registry Mechanic

2007-06-27 Thread Frederick
Hi I second the caution on registry cleaners. I had the miss fortune of getting a bad registry cleaner and in the end I had to replace my computer. On the other hand I know there are people who swear by them. I wish I could find a good one because I know that I have issues in my registry

[JAWS-Users] jaws losing voice

2007-06-27 Thread Lenny McHugh
Hi All, I finally have a good lead on the problem of jaws losing voice. The problem very randomly occurs where jaws volume drops to about 1 or 2 per cent is very tinny and is only out of one speaker. I had suspected spyware interfering but now have a totally different thought. After talking to a

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread KURTIS POTTER
Thanks so much for the information. I gave it a try and unfortunately it did not work...maybe because I am logging into a LAN? Hopefully someone else will have better luck. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 06/27/2007 11:59 AM Hi Kurt, If you go into the Start Menu, Programs, JAWS 8, Explore JAWS, Explore My

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread David Ferrin
I also just finished posting these instructions up on the tips and tricks page for future reference. David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: KURTIS POTTER [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, June 27, 2007 3:05 PM Subject: Re:

[JAWS-Users] checking out something I just corrected.

2007-06-27 Thread David Ferrin
Nothing to concern about, thanks. David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http://www.jaws-users.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com To post to this group, send email to jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com To

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread David Ferrin
That's all right I imagine. I too learned on a smith Corona myself almost 40 years ago. David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Lennie Rinaldi [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, June 27, 2007 8:16 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using

Re: [JAWS-Users] *****SPAM***** Re: MS-Excel documents looking like crap.

2007-06-27 Thread Annette Carr
JAWS does now have a way of getting a list of all of the cells that fall along a page break. I used it once, but it was a bit time consuming, so I reverted back to sighted help. Maybe if I had to do this more often, I would develop a system of using this and become much faster at it. Annette

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input

2007-06-27 Thread Annette Carr
Most laptops have an embedded number pad in the QWERTY keyboard. On my previous laptop, a Toshiba, and on my current laptop, a Dell, I just have to toggle the numlock and tap the keyboard function key twice and I can enter numbers from the right hand side of my QWERTY keyboard. HTH, Annette

Re: [JAWS-Users] New PC Not Necessary - Was: Registry Mechanic

2007-06-27 Thread Bill Gallik
Well, that's a horse of a very different color Bill Gallik E-Mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Nothing changes your opinion of a friend so surely as success - yours or his. - Franklin P. Jones Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http://www.jaws-users.com Address for the list

Re: [JAWS-Users] I did it

2007-06-27 Thread Siobhan
Hi Betty, congratulations on doing such a good job, I was once where you are, worried I would mess it p, hey I still do that. enjoy your thursday, siobhan - Original Message - From: betty emmons [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, June 27, 2007 2:23 AM