[JAWS-Users] jaws not starting at startup, win10?

Hi all, Have changed the subject from prior thread. Ran the repair which was successful. Jaws still doesn't start at startup. Have checked the settings, start for this user is always, Jaws speaks at the login screen as it signs in. (I don't have a password for my local account). Have tried

Re: [JAWS-Users] running a repair, jaws 17, win10?

The version and release you download for the repair must be the same that you're running on your system, and it is that release number that you incorporate into the windows run command line. Adam, you say you've already downloaded the JAWS file, so that's the one you copy into your root folder

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17 Not Reading Information in Excel2010

Patty, Have you made sure that you have maximized your Excel window? Dave Carlson Oregonian, woodworker, Engineer, Musician, and Pioneer - Original Message - From: "patti" To: Sent: Friday, April 08, 2016 02:57 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17 Not Reading Information in Excel2010

Cory, Have you made sure your Excel window is maximized? Dave Carlson Oregonian, woodworker, Engineer, Musician, and Pioneer - Original Message - From: "kory anderson" To: Sent: Friday, April 08, 2016 02:35 PM Subject: Re:

Re: [JAWS-Users] running a repair, jaws 17, win10?

Try running a repair using the instructions. Download the JAWSR screen reading software version 17.0 update to the root of the hard drive from one of the links below: . JAWS 17.0.1806 64-bit English - April 2016 ftp://ftp.freedomscientific.com/users/hj/private/WebFiles/JAWS/17180468DA9E/

[JAWS-Users] running a repair, jaws 17, win10?

Hi all, On my desktop jaws won't start automatically. Is the only way to do a repair by pressing enter on the downloaded file or is there another way to do a repair with a command line? Is there a difference between pressing enter on the exe and selecting repair or using the command line?

Re: [JAWS-Users] ATTN FS Hidden Text in Word

1. Highlight the portion you wish to hide 2. Right-click and select Font… 3. In the Effects section, select Hidden 4. Click OK -Original Message- From: Jonathan Cohn Sent: Friday, April 8, 2016 3:11 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] ATTN FS Hidden

[JAWS-Users] JAWS reading in Word print envelopes

I am using Windows 7, Word 2016 and JAWS 17. I just went in to print an envelope and when I got to the Envelope/Label window I noted that the return address was blank because I had just installed a new hard drive and re-installed my Office 365. So, I typed in my return address and while doing so I

Re: [JAWS-Users] Lenovo Function Keys

Hi Bob, Here are some other ways to disable function keys with Lenovo laptops: Press and hold and the Fn key for about 20 to 30 seconds. There would be a menu that pops up that asks whether you want to switch back to legacy mode. Just select the legacy option and you would be back to the old

Re: [JAWS-Users] Lenovo Function Keys

No worries, Don't worry about it Mitch. I have been called worse. Bob -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mike B Sent: Friday, April 08, 2016 5:05 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Lenovo

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17 Not Reading Information in Excel2010

When you do the F2 key then try arrowing left do you hear anything then? Ed -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of patti Sent: Friday, April 08, 2016 4:58 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17

Re: [JAWS-Users] Is there any documentation from FS about implementing a JAWS driver for a speech synthesizer

Any reason not to use SAPI? Jonathan Cohn > On Apr 8, 2016, at 3:39 PM, BHW Toptoptop wrote: > > Hello all. > Does any one know if FS provides any documentation on how to implement a > driver for JAWS, like ones shipped with the program (e.g. in the drivers >

Re: [JAWS-Users] ATTN FS Hidden Text in Word

How do you hide text? Is the behavior still work in jaws 14? P Jonathan Cohn > On Apr 8, 2016, at 2:39 PM, Jean Menzies wrote: > > Hello all, and hopefully to any FS Staff on list. > > Starting with JAWS 16, JAWS was no longer able to read Hidden Text in Word. I >

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17 Not Reading Information in Excel2010

I have the same problem when I press f2 to change the info. I just get a blank, but I know something is in that square, smile. Patti Hi All, I just got around to calling FS Tech Support about the issues I am having in Excel2010 with JAWS not reading the cell contents when using F2, and JAWS not

[JAWS-Users] jaws 15 not reading information in excel 2007

i am having the same issue with jaws 15 and excel 2007 can anyone help? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17 Not Reading Information in Excel2010

i am having the same issue with jaws 15 and excel 2007 can anyone help? -Original Message- From: Pinky Sent: Friday, April 08, 2016 5:24 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17 Not Reading Information in Excel2010 Hi Annette, I opened up a new Excel page

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17 Not Reading Information in Excel2010

Hi Annette, I opened up a new Excel page and typed in some text in each cell. I did the F2 key and it worked fine on my pc running the latest version of Jaws and Excel 2010. If you open a new Excel and put something in the cells and then try the F2 key does it work then? Just wondering if it is

Re: [JAWS-Users] Lenovo Function Keys

Hi Bob, Sorry for calling you by the wrong name! It sound like Jaws is saying, Reed, when it's really saying, RE! LOL Take care. Mike Remember folks, it's tax time! If you add, IRS to the word, the, you get "T H E I R S". That spells THEIRS! - Original Message - From: REGilman To:

[JAWS-Users] Is there any documentation from FS about implementing a JAWS driver for a speech synthesizer

Hello all. Does any one know if FS provides any documentation on how to implement a driver for JAWS, like ones shipped with the program (e.g. in the drivers folder)? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/

Re: [JAWS-Users] Lenovo Function Keys

Hi Mike, Thanks for this info. Unfortunately that did not work for me. Thanks, Bob -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mike B Sent: Thursday, April 07, 2016 8:22 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re:

[JAWS-Users] ATTN FS Hidden Text in Word

Hello all, and hopefully to any FS Staff on list. Starting with JAWS 16, JAWS was no longer able to read Hidden Text in Word. I went through the somewhat arduous task of documenting this and opening a ticket with FS Support. The issue was escalated beyond the initial evaluation of the

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17 Not Reading Information in Excel2010

Yes, I make sure it is maximized. I just updated my personal machine to the Latest build of JAWS and I am waiting for a sample spreadsheet to arrive in my mailbox. -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Dave Carlson Sent:

[JAWS-Users] JAWS on laptops with touch screens

Hello JAWS users, Have you had any experience with JAWS and Windows 10 on a laptop with a touch screen? That is, the laptop would have both a full physical keyboard and a touch screen. If so, how effective do you find the touch interface as supported by JAWS, and in what circumstances do you

Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws 17 latest up-date

This update worked fine for me on both my machines, but I have experienced this same issue every blue moon over the years. Indeed, updating the authorization has always resolved it for me. It was stressful the first couple of times I encountered it, but after that, it became just a random and

Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws 17 latest up-date

I guess that explains why my lap top is fine. Since I just did a clean install of 10 on it the key I pulled down was only from last month. I see now, from what I heard in the background the other day talking to John you folks are quite busy. If they weren't then they would probably be out playing

Re: [JAWS-Users] end it all scripts

I'll make a note on the index page where the link is posted to reflect this information, as always documentation is a good thing. David Ferrin A complex system that does not work is invariably found to have evolved from a simpler system that worked perfectly. -Original Message- From:

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17 Not Reading Information in Excel2010

Have you maximized the Excel window? That's usually my problem. Dave Carlson Oregonian, woodworker, Engineer, Musician, and Pioneer - Original Message - From: "Annette Carr" To: Sent: Friday, April 08, 2016 09:43 AM Subject: Re:

Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS17 Not Reading Information in Excel2010

Hi All, I just got around to calling FS Tech Support about the issues I am having in Excel2010 with JAWS not reading the cell contents when using F2, and JAWS not reading the various drop down lists in the Sort dialog box. I was told that I am the only one who is experiencing this problem.

Re: [JAWS-Users] end it all scripts

ok, then the author of the scripts is Ken A. Gould. Original Message From: Adrian Spratt Sent: Friday, Apr 8, 2016 11:11:49 AM EST To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] end it all scripts For the record, Mike nearly always credits his source. Often his

Re: [JAWS-Users] end it all scripts

For the record, Mike nearly always credits his source. Often his instructions end with the person's name if he hasn't already mentioned it at the beginning. But it can be hard to keep track of the sources of the information we get here on this list and elsewhere. I also try to acknowledge my

Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws 17 latest up-date

All, I know that this is happening for many users who have older ILM keys on their computers. Once you update the authorization this time, if you are being asked to, I'm quite certain that authorization issues will not return for you on that computer. And as always, we are happy to assist by

Re: [JAWS-Users] end it all scripts

Yes Mike responded to my enquiry as to who sent him the scripts and he stated it was you in fact. So my thanks goes to you as well. David Ferrin A complex system that does not work is invariably found to have evolved from a simpler system that worked perfectly. -Original Message- From:

[JAWS-Users] Jaws 17 latest up-date

I found the same with the 40 minute mode. Called FS TECH Support and found that needed to install the long number or go to the internet of which while up dating and FS Verified me and bingo.. In business.. Just had to be careful with The steps in the up-dating.. Geno, Portland, ME. -Original

Re: [JAWS-Users] end it all scripts

and who sent Mike the scripts? might it have been me? I just want to be recognized occasionally. no offense Mike. Original Message From: David Ferrin Sent: Friday, Apr 8, 2016 7:20:05 AM EST To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] end it all scripts Thanks to

Re: [JAWS-Users] how do I navigate to a specific time using Mp3 Direct Cut or alternative programs suggestions

Did you try re classing that child window? First make sure JAWS is focused on that particular child window, and press [Insert]+[7] (Above the [u] key) and re class that field as a "Edit" field. See if that fixes the issue. At 05:04 AM 4/8/2016, you wrote: Hi, I am using the program MP3

Re: [JAWS-Users] Install of jaws 17.0.1806 caused all jaws versions to revert to 40 minute mode

I experienced the same issue this past Wednesday. Had to call FreedomScientific to have them reset my Authorization key count back to 3. Guess it's best to go download the entire executable archive from the FS website when a new build of JAWS is released. No more messing around with these

[JAWS-Users] end it all scripts

Thanks to Mike who sent me the scripts for end it all this morning I'll post them shortly. I don't recall just how much they add to the experience but they can't hurt I imagine. David Ferrin You don't have to be crazy to run a list like this, but it does help. For answers to frequently

[JAWS-Users] Install of jaws 17.0.1806 caused all jaws versions to revert to 40 minute mode

Last night I installed version 17.0.1806 on my Lenovo laptop at home. To my dismay I found I had run out of activations so I attempted to switch back to version 16. I found that now all versions of jaws on that laptop are running in 40 minute mode. I dom't remember this being the case with other

Re: [JAWS-Users] Lenovo Function Keys

On my older Lenovo FN plus escape disables or enables the microphone and camera. On this one I got last fall I still have not found an owners manual for so the FN combinations remain a mystery some what at least. -Original Message- From: Mike B Sent: Thursday, April 7, 2016 8:21 PM

Re: [JAWS-Users] I need some help with downloading the new update for JAWS17

I placed my email address in this message for you to contact me directly. Hence forth the personal touch. ow...@jaws-users.com -Original Message- From: Jo Luland Sent: Thursday, April 7, 2016 7:19 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] I need some help with

[JAWS-Users] JAWS Tab Key Announcing Query, Please Ignore, I Have Sorted It

Steven Hicks Servicedesk 2 team Leader Cornwall I.T. Services (CITS) Office: 01209 318620 Email: steven.hi...@nhs.net This message may contain

[JAWS-Users] how do I navigate to a specific time using Mp3 Direct Cut or alternative programs suggestions

Hi, I am using the program MP3 Direct Cut to remove unwanted sections of MP3's. It saves them without compressing the MP3 file again. The program is mostly accessible and quick to load. However, I am unable to work out how I can navigate to a specific time in a MP3 file. There's a keyboard

[JAWS-Users] JAWS 17 And Tab Key

Hi friends, Probably being a bit stupid but can anyone give me the steps to turn off the announcing of the tab key please? I Have gone in to the keyboard manager and select the default configuration but I can't see how to turn off the tab key from there. Many thanks in anticipation, Steven

Re: [JAWS-Users] Using and sharing your OneDrive

Hi sir is there any tutorial for the application, do you know? Betty On 4/8/16, TheHangMan wrote: > Betty, > A DJ recommended to me virtual DJ like you and, when I downloaded the free > version, > It was not accessable, > They also have the virtual DJ Pro Hahaha! >