Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input
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 you use the Number Pad as both a Number pad and Screen Reading Keys has always been a plus in JAWS I think. As many of you mentioned, inputting numbers from the NumPad is much easier for many than the number row, yours truly included. I especially appreciate the message that requested an option in JAWS to stop turning it off by default every time you launch the computer. While this is not in the UI of JAWS today, there is a setting in the default.jcf file under options called Initial NumLock State which could be changed (set it to number 2) which will tell JAWS to stop changing it at start up. If you are interested in getting that set up now, let us know and I will right down some steps that will help you get this into your user folder correctly. We are still working on the Start Up Wizard feature being expanded in JAWS 9. I will talk with some others here and see about adding this adjustment to the UI in that wizard. I think this will make it fairly easy for anyone to change in the future when they decide on laptop versus desktop and so on. Hope this is helpful. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of sue garrett Sent: Wednesday, June 27, 2007 9:08 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Using numberpad for number input Many thanks for this! nope - no survey ...doing some work with young kids (pre-screen reader age) who need to input numbers - the program has its own audio speech so no need for screen readers yet - but the question was because some are of the opinion that you should not teach kids to use the numberpad for number input because it will confuse them when they start using JAWS ...? On your second point about the Numlock default being off, a colleague used just this argument about not using the Numpad for numbers... Any other thoughts ? Many thanks again Rustie On 27/06/07, KURTIS POTTER [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: 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 having JAWS turn off the num lock should be a user configurable setting. I am hoping they take it into consideration in the next version of JAWS. [EMAIL PROTECTED] 06/27/2007 6:10 AM 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 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http://www.jaws-users.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail
Re: [JAWS-Users] notice
Faisai, Please go ahead and give Freedom Support a call and have them help you out getting this set up right. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Faisal Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2007 3:58 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] notice so getting back to my original question, is there anything more I can do? I also noticed that narator starts up right when jaws does. do u think its somehow related to my problem? I'm thinking of calling freedomscientific directly, but thought I run it by u guys first. David Ferrin wrote: Now you're cooking with gas my friend, good job. David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Faisal [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2007 3:36 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] notice Alright this should be better. Tell me how this works. David Ferrin wrote: The format of choice is to have your current message at the top of an email message, give it a shot. David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Faisal [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2007 1:56 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] notice David Ferrin wrote: Unfortunately some further checking needs to be done in order to resolve the problem at hand. David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have switched it so my message is just underneath the original message. Is this adiquit? Or should I modify it further. - Original Message - From: Faisal [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2007 11:42 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] notice Christopher Hallsworth wrote: Thanks for letting us know about this. I believe that you can change this stupid default behaviour under tools options. I'd already checked, and I couldn't find anything. On Thu, 28 Jun 2007 11:11:28 -0400, Faisal [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: please note that although my message did look blank its not. for some reason, thunderbird decides to put it right at the bottom of all the other messages. 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] Christopher Hallsworth E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Skype name chrishallsworth7266 MSN: [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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] Visit the JAWS Users List home page at:
Re: [JAWS-Users] Updating
Call my desk at 1-800-444-4443 ext 1013. I think Vista is a great option to consider and provided you Home Premium or Home basic, your good to JAWS with your JAWS Standard license, if that is what you have. I'd just like to talk about it a bit, and then maybe you can help communicate to others as well. Thanks, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Patti Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2007 3:56 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Updating Hey Eric, I was thinking of buying a new computer, but all the new computers have Vista. Does Jaws work well with that now, and which Vista do I get with Jaws 8 home. Patti - Original Message - From: Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2007 2:44 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Updating I would like to point out that we have been working hard on JAWS 8 since Build 422 and 423 and I would encourage anyone with XP Home or Pro to use the Check for Update feature in the Help Menu and get the latest build installed. The following link will take you to the page with all the changes in the various releases of 8 including all the updates since 422 and 423. While quite a bit of this may have been Vista related, the majority of the work is a benefit for all XP users as well. Regards, Eric Damery JAWS Product Manager -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Christopher Hallsworth Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2007 3:40 PM To: JAWS-Users Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Updating Updating is not necessary if you're using XP Home or any other version of XP. On Thu, 28 Jun 2007 11:04:53 -0500, Patti [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: Hey Chris, I have XP home and jaws 8.0.422. Do I still need to update? Patti - Original Message - From: Christopher Hallsworth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: JAWS-Users jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2007 5:35 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Updating Hang on, JAWS 8.0.423 works with Vista? I was under the impression that JAWS 8.0.1163 or higher will work with Vista. If this is the case, then definitely update to the latest. On Thu, 28 Jun 2007 03:43:17 -0500, Patti [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: Hey Chris, I have jaws 8.0.422 do I need to update this baby? Patti - Original Message - From: Christopher Hallsworth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: JAWS-Users jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2007 3:10 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] new member Welcome to the list. Have you tried updating to the latest version of JAWS 8, which is at JAWS 8.0.2173? This version is not a beta version. Hope that helps, and welcome again to the list. On Wed, 27 Jun 2007 19:56:57 -0400, Faisal [EMAIL PROTECTED] said: Hi I've been using jaws for many years now stating with jaws 3.0. I'm using jaws with vista and been experiencing some lag in response. I'm not sure if its my keyboard, or jaws itself, but everytime I do anything with the keyboard, IE, hitting insert t for the title, I dont get an response from jaws right away. I've checked the response delay of my keyboard in control pannel, and its set at 100 percent response rate, bet I'm still having a lag. Is my problem jaws, or keyboard. I'm using windows Vista home Premium on dell domention E520. 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] Christopher Hallsworth E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Skype name chrishallsworth7266 MSN: [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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 8.0.2173 stops speaking when I close IE 7
Especially those of you who are having issues where JAWS 8.0 seems to stop working in IE7 on forms or pressing enter on Buttons. Freedom Scientific Support would like to get some details from you regarding this issue. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David Ferrin Sent: Tuesday, August 14, 2007 4:44 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 8.0.2173 stops speaking when I close IE 7 It occurs to me gang that if those of you who are having this problem contact tech support especially if you can reproduce the problem for them they might just be able to help you out. Remember that conversation a while back regarding the memory dump command or what ever it is called that is for technical support purposes only. I feel strongly that would be the best way to proceed, I firmly believe that. David Ferrin 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] skype scripts
The JAWS Headquarters, off the Freedom Scientific Home page points to the location, and many other good resources. When you land on the JAWS Headquarters, look for Skype in the Links list. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of andrew Sent: Wednesday, August 15, 2007 10:49 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] skype scripts Hi guys I just downloaded skype version 3 not the 3.2 but the 3.0 one But where do i get jaws scripts Andrew God loves you. with god everything is possible 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] skype scripts, via the JAWS Headquarters
1. Go to www.freedomscientific.com 2. Bring up the Links List (INSERT F7) and press J till you hear JAWS Headquarters and then press Enter. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of andrew Sent: Wednesday, August 15, 2007 11:11 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] skype scripts i don't have the web site for jaws head quarters Andrew God loves you. with god everything is possible - Original Message - From: Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, August 15, 2007 10:57 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] skype scripts The JAWS Headquarters, off the Freedom Scientific Home page points to the location, and many other good resources. When you land on the JAWS Headquarters, look for Skype in the Links list. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of andrew Sent: Wednesday, August 15, 2007 10:49 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] skype scripts Hi guys I just downloaded skype version 3 not the 3.2 but the 3.0 one But where do i get jaws scripts Andrew God loves you. with god everything is possible 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.476 / Virus Database: 269.11.17/951 - Release Date: 8/13/2007 10:15 AM 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS For Windows 8.0 and Windows Vista
There is a DAISY Book that covers getting started with DAISY with JAWS and MAGic which may be just what your looking for I think. You can find it on the Training Headquarters page at Freedom: http://www.freedomscientific.com/training/JAWS_training_hq.asp Regards, Eric Damery -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, August 17, 2007 5:26 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS For Windows 8.0 and Windows Vista Hello everyone Thank you all who have responded to my questions! I know the JAWS help system has a section dedicated to windows configurations for Windows XP; would any of these settings apply to Windows Vista? Also does anyone know if FS plans on writing a help topic like that for Vista? Thanks again! Michael 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Opinion wanted, should I upgrade my jaws?
Lisa, The first question you (and the sales person I think) should ask, is about your current computer situation and what will you be doing in the future with respect to computing. If you are on windows XP today, and plan to be using the computer in the future, you will probably be upgrading to IE 7 at the very least. For that reason, staying current with your Screen Reader will be important. If you plan to buy a new computer in the next year or two, you will probably be getting Vista and in that case, I suggest you buy JAWS 8 now and get the SMA. That would give you all the features in JAWS 7 and 8 your are missing out on now and set you up to begin using Vista as soon as you can. Purchasing before JAWS 9 releases this Fall will say you money as well in the long run. If on the other hand you are using Windows 98 with IE 6 today, and your not planning to change anytime soon, then I would suggest you only get upgraded to JAWS 6.2 (available for free to JAWS 6 license holders, from the Downloads page at FS). A couple of the highlights worth considering include: * Support for Vista Operating System. * All the DAISY Training material and the DAISY Player now installed with JAWS 7 and 8 versions. * The RealSpeak Synthesizer that is included with JAWS 8, mentioned by others. * The new Alternative Say All option so you can use Eloquence for navigating but have RealSpeak or other SAPI Synthesizer kick in when you start a Say All. * The FS Clipboard so you can append to clipboard rather than over writing it. This is great on Web pages I think. * The Check for Updates feature in the Help Menu. * Navigation Quick Keys for Microsoft Word, like you have available in IE. * The JAWS Find feature now retains the history of the searches you perform to make it easier to recall. * AOL, MSN, and Yahoo instant messenger programs are all improved. Well, you get the idea. If you install the Demo version of JAWS 8, you can review all the What's New write ups, try out the DAISY Training material, and give it a test drive at least. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific - Original Message - From: Lisa [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 5:11 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Opinion wanted, should I upgrade my jaws? Hello everyone, I am currently using jaws 6.0. A sails person from Freedom Scientific called and left a message on my answering machine wanting to know if I would like to upgrade to jaws 8.0. I'm just trying to figure out if it would be worth spending the money to upgrade to jaws 8.0. Personally I don't know anyone using jaws 8.0, so I can't ask specific questions about it. What things are different in jaws 8.0? What new programs does jaws 8.0 support? I did hear that you can use Yahoo messenger with 8.0, but I'm not sure. I would like to use Yahoo messenger, but I don't want to spend that kind of money just to use it. I guess I'm just looking for opinions, do you all think it is worth it to upgrade from jaws 6.0 to jaws 8.0? I am running windows XP home. Any feed back on this would be greatly appreciated! Take care, Lisa 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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
Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws 8 doesn't focus where i want it to
Hi Joanne, Please check the version of JAWS 8 you are using. 8.0.2173 is the latest and you can get that via the Check for Updates feature in the Help Menu. What you are describing I have seen as well but I'm sure this is corrected and I just checked in the latest 8.0 and did not experience it. What I think is happening for you is that when you ALT TAB, it is not flushing each program that you hear as you go. So after pressing it ALT TAB a few times quickly, you are hearing the items in the order you went by them rather than the current one you'll get if you release ALT. It is because you had actually ALT TABBED right by the item you want but speech had not gotten interrupted so you got fooled. Hope this makes sense. Please try to update if your not on the latest JAWS 8 and see if that is not cleared up. I also encourage you to call support if you can recreate the scenario for them over the phone. Hope that helps, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Joanne Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2007 8:40 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] jaws 8 doesn't focus where i want it to Well just couldn't think of another way to put subject line but here's what often happens with Jaws 8 and it doesn't with Jaws 7: When I alt-tab between windows I can't always get Jaws 8 to focus on the window I stop at; it decides it wants to venture to one of my other windows and just won't stay put. For instance, if Outlook Express and Messenger are open and I'm sure I'm in the typing window of Messenger because that's what it says, the focus actually jumps over to the OE window. Or even in Messenger itself the focus will often land in another tab instead of right at the typing window where it's supposed to land. I don't know if I'm making sense or if there's a fix, because even though I actually think Jaws 7 works better for most things I do think 8 works better with forms mode on websites. (Now if someone has a fix for 7 working better with forms mode I won't have to worry about 8, I guess--smile.) But I am concerned that version 8 seems to let go of focus and won't stay still. Hope someone can help. 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Opinion wanted, should I upgrade my jaws?
Lisa, Once JAWS 9 is released, you would then have to purchase version 9 when you upgrade. If you order 8 now with and SMA (that means you'll also receive 9 and version 10), you end up paying the same price and will ultimately get version 10 as well. So your question is, how long before 9 is released... We have been targeting a release date in late September but that has slipped a bit already. We are completing some significant changes with respect to Microsoft Office including the calendar and getting this all wrapped up is taking longer than I had hoped. Since this is delaying JAWS 9 a bit, you will have more time to delay the purchase but I would not let it go past September in order to take advantage of the savings. Hope that helps, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Lisa Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2007 12:27 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Opinion wanted, should I upgrade my jaws? Hi Eric, thank you for that bit of information. How long do I have to get jaws 8? I'm really considering upgrading because I have Microsoft office student and home edition 2007 on my computer, and I'm having a hard time using it with my jaws 6. Take care, Lisa - Original Message - From: Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2007 8:30 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Opinion wanted, should I upgrade my jaws? Lisa, The first question you (and the sales person I think) should ask, is about your current computer situation and what will you be doing in the future with respect to computing. If you are on windows XP today, and plan to be using the computer in the future, you will probably be upgrading to IE 7 at the very least. For that reason, staying current with your Screen Reader will be important. If you plan to buy a new computer in the next year or two, you will probably be getting Vista and in that case, I suggest you buy JAWS 8 now and get the SMA. That would give you all the features in JAWS 7 and 8 your are missing out on now and set you up to begin using Vista as soon as you can. Purchasing before JAWS 9 releases this Fall will say you money as well in the long run. If on the other hand you are using Windows 98 with IE 6 today, and your not planning to change anytime soon, then I would suggest you only get upgraded to JAWS 6.2 (available for free to JAWS 6 license holders, from the Downloads page at FS). A couple of the highlights worth considering include: * Support for Vista Operating System. * All the DAISY Training material and the DAISY Player now installed with JAWS 7 and 8 versions. * The RealSpeak Synthesizer that is included with JAWS 8, mentioned by others. * The new Alternative Say All option so you can use Eloquence for navigating but have RealSpeak or other SAPI Synthesizer kick in when you start a Say All. * The FS Clipboard so you can append to clipboard rather than over writing it. This is great on Web pages I think. * The Check for Updates feature in the Help Menu. * Navigation Quick Keys for Microsoft Word, like you have available in IE. * The JAWS Find feature now retains the history of the searches you perform to make it easier to recall. * AOL, MSN, and Yahoo instant messenger programs are all improved. Well, you get the idea. If you install the Demo version of JAWS 8, you can review all the What's New write ups, try out the DAISY Training material, and give it a test drive at least. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific - Original Message - From: Lisa [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 5:11 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Opinion wanted, should I upgrade my jaws? Hello everyone, I am currently using jaws 6.0. A sails person from Freedom Scientific called and left a message on my answering machine wanting to know if I would like to upgrade to jaws 8.0. I'm just trying to figure out if it would be worth spending the money to upgrade to jaws 8.0. Personally I don't know anyone using jaws 8.0, so I can't ask specific questions about it. What things are different in jaws 8.0? What new programs does jaws 8.0 support? I did hear that you can use Yahoo messenger with 8.0, but I'm not sure. I would like to use Yahoo messenger, but I don't want to spend that kind of money just to use it. I guess I'm just looking for opinions, do you all think it is worth it to upgrade from jaws 6.0 to jaws 8.0? I am running windows XP home. Any feed back on this would be greatly appreciated! Take care, Lisa 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman
Re: [JAWS-Users] Opinion wanted, should I upgrade my jaws?
We'll see if we can fix that Andy. :) Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Baracco, Andrew W Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2007 12:18 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Opinion wanted, should I upgrade my jaws? I have been using JAWS since 2001, and have never gotten a call from a salesperson from FS wanting to sell me anything. I have gotten notices in the mail about renewing SMA's, but have never gotten a call from a real person. Andy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 3:10 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Opinion wanted, should I upgrade my jaws? Hi Lisa, I have JAWS 8.0, and have had no problems running it on Windows XP as well as Vista. I am rather surprised though that an FS person would call you trying to sell you an upgrade, though. personally, if you're happy with what you have then there's no reason to upgrade. I used JAWS 6.0 until 8.0 came out, and the only reason I upgraded was because of the Real Speak voices and the accessabillity of AOL Instant Messenger which is huge for me. It all comes dowwn to this: Are the features that 8.0 offers that important to you? Hope this helps, Michael - Original Message - From: Lisa [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, August 22, 2007 11:11 Subject: [JAWS-Users] Opinion wanted, should I upgrade my jaws? Hello everyone, I am currently using jaws 6.0. A sails person from Freedom Scientific called and left a message on my answering machine wanting to know if I would like to upgrade to jaws 8.0. I'm just trying to figure out if it would be worth spending the money to upgrade to jaws 8.0. Personally I don't know anyone using jaws 8.0, so I can't ask specific questions about it. What things are different in jaws 8.0? What new programs does jaws 8.0 support? I did hear that you can use Yahoo messenger with 8.0, but I'm not sure. I would like to use Yahoo messenger, but I don't want to spend that kind of money just to use it. I guess I'm just looking for opinions, do you all think it is worth it to upgrade from jaws 6.0 to jaws 8.0? I am running windows XP home. Any feed back on this would be greatly appreciated! Take care, Lisa 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] question about response time whileprogramnotresponding
Correct. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Sarah Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 4:26 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] question about response time whileprogramnotresponding and what if you are using jaws 7? I have to kill it witht he task manager, if I can even do that much. SAG : Chris and others, : : If the application is something like Office or IE, where JAWS is : injected into the Object Model when the program stops responding, that : could be causing a problem for JAWS which gets it into a state of : maxing : out the CPU usage. This is something that we have been working hard on : and the latest versions of JAWS (8.0.2173), should be much better in : this area than some earlier versions such as 7.1. : : There is something you can do in the event this happens that will help : you recover more quickly in most cases. With JAWS 8, we added and : option : to Unload JAWS, even if JAWS seems not to be working at the moment. : The KEY STROKE is: : JAWS KEY + Windows KEY + F4 : : This will also create a dump log that our support team my request if : this is something that happens often, especially if you can get it to : happen on demand. : : Hope this helps, : Eric : : -Original Message- : From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] : [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Faisal : Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 12:29 PM : To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com : Subject: [JAWS-Users] question about response time while program : notresponding : : Hi fokes. I've noticed a problem with jaws which has been there for : many : versions. When a program isn't responding, jaws seems to not respond : either. I litterly have to wait about 5 minutes for it to respond, and : more then once, I was convinced that my computer froze, and rebooted : it, : but finally realized that it was just lagging. Is anyone else having : the : same issues with other programs not responding, and does : freedomscientific know about this, and working on a fix for this bug? : thanks, and P.S, thats great how this list has evolved so well, and : becoming more popular. congradulations on the success of this list. 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] question about response time whileprogramnotresponding
I'll try Victor. When we think of screen reading, we assume that your screen reader (JAWS in this case), is literally reading text as it is written to the screen. While this works in many cases quite well, it is not the best solution for complex applications like excel or Word for instance. Fortunately for us, these complex applications were designed in such a way that they could talk to each other so to speak. So a document in Word, might be linked to a spread sheet in Excel so that a change in one can modify the other. A tool they use to do this is something called a Document Object Model or DOM. This is very robust and rich with information about everything in your document or spread sheet. Think of it like a really complete description of all the text, attributes, charts, tables, and so on. While this was not designed for purposes of communicating to Screen Readers, JAWS began to access the Document Object Model back in the 1990's as an approach to improve the opportunities that our users would be able to get a more powerful solution to all the advanced features of Office Apps. Other products have followed our approach in recent years and it has greatly improved their ability to work in these programs as well, compared to just reading the screen. Well, during such communications, if something goes wrong in the app while the screen reader is interacting with it, there is always a chance that we have not considered such an exception or interruption and we fail to gracefully remove ourselves from that process till things time out (or worse). That probably just confused you more, but from one non technical person to another, I did the best I could with it I think. Someone else could probably add or give a better example I'm sure. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Victor Gouveia Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 3:43 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] question about response time whileprogramnotresponding Hi Eric, Sorry to be a bit naive, but your explanation was just a bit too technical for me. What would cause Jaws or any other program to max out the CPU usage, thereby stalling Jaws? Could you please dumb it down for the uninitiated among us? Sheepish Grin. Victor 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Alternative Synthesizers for Jaws
Victor, If he gets JAWS 8 or above, it comes with RealSpeak Solo sapi 5 synthesizer in addition to Eloquence. There is a RealSpeak Greek voice and we can get this for him I'm sure. We have it available from our offices in Europe where they ship to the Greek dealer to go with the Greek version of JAWS. If he contacts me off list, I can help to coordinate that for him. Regards, Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Victor Gouveia Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 3:52 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [JAWS-Users] Alternative Synthesizers for Jaws Hi All, A friend of mine put this question to me again, and I can't remember if I put it to the list or if I even got a response, so I thought I'd put it to the list now in the hopes that now that Eric is on the list, he may have an answer for me. A friend of mine wants to purchase Jaws, however his English isn't that good. His Primary language is Greek, and he wanted to know if he can get a Greek Synthesizer for Jaws. He tried contacting someone in Greece to see if they've ever heard of one, but they are clueless. Then again,, They aren't blind and/or visually impaired either, so that may be contributing to the clueless aspect. Smile. Suffice it to say, getting this synthesizer here in Canada is next to impossible, as no one has heard of such a synth. Can Eric help me, or possibly someone who might live in that region and has a contact person I could speak to? Thanks all. Victor 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS memory dump was Re: question about response timewhileprogramnotresponding
It will only work in JAWS 8 or above. Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tony Hernandez Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 4:37 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS memory dump was Re: question about response timewhileprogramnotresponding Is this keystroke Insert+WindowsKey+F4 hard coded into the JAWS executable, or is it somewhere else that a user using a previous version could also set up? Tony Hernandez I believe that the Bible is the Word of God. Please feel free to contact me if you are concerned about Hell. http://www.tonyspeaks.com http://www.speaksclan.net - Original Message - From: Sarah [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 4:26 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] question about response time whileprogramnotresponding and what if you are using jaws 7? I have to kill it witht he task manager, if I can even do that much. SAG : Chris and others, : : If the application is something like Office or IE, where JAWS is : injected into the Object Model when the program stops responding, that : could be causing a problem for JAWS which gets it into a state of : maxing : out the CPU usage. This is something that we have been working hard on : and the latest versions of JAWS (8.0.2173), should be much better in : this area than some earlier versions such as 7.1. : : There is something you can do in the event this happens that will help : you recover more quickly in most cases. With JAWS 8, we added and : option : to Unload JAWS, even if JAWS seems not to be working at the moment. : The KEY STROKE is: : JAWS KEY + Windows KEY + F4 : : This will also create a dump log that our support team my request if : this is something that happens often, especially if you can get it to : happen on demand. : : Hope this helps, : Eric : : -Original Message- : From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] : [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Faisal : Sent: Friday, August 24, 2007 12:29 PM : To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com : Subject: [JAWS-Users] question about response time while program : notresponding : : Hi fokes. I've noticed a problem with jaws which has been there for : many : versions. When a program isn't responding, jaws seems to not respond : either. I litterly have to wait about 5 minutes for it to respond, and : more then once, I was convinced that my computer froze, and rebooted : it, : but finally realized that it was just lagging. Is anyone else having : the : same issues with other programs not responding, and does : freedomscientific know about this, and working on a fix for this bug? : thanks, and P.S, thats great how this list has evolved so well, and : becoming more popular. congradulations on the success of this list. 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws 8 with vista
Mike, If you are trying to install JAWS 8.0.2173, and having this issue, please call the support department at Freedom Scientific and these should be able to resolve it. If you are using an earlier version of JAWS 8.0, please download the 8.0.2173 version now from the Freedom Scientific web site and try this build. Eric Damery Freedom Scientific, Inc. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Meaney Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2007 12:14 PM To: jaws users Subject: [JAWS-Users] jaws 8 with vista Hello there, I am using Jaws 8 on a Laptop with Vista, When I turn it on I hear, The freedom scientific mirror display driver is not properly installed, please reboot computer if not already done,if this does not fix the issue run a repair on the jaws installation, to reinstall the display driver. When I did that I got this message. The filefinder.ini cannot be installed because the file cannot be found in cabinet file Jaws.cab sorry for being longwinded thank you in anticipation. all the best Mike 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422U quits speaking at security screen
In the help menu of JAWS, use the check for updates feature and get the updates that came out since build 422 was posted last November. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Seigenthaler, Carrie Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 10:14 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422U quits speaking at security screen Hello all, I recently upgraded to JAWS version 8.0.422U and have encountered a quite strange problem. Here at work we are running Microsoft Windows XP Professional version 2002 with Service pack 2. I also have 760 MB of RAM Here's the problem/s: 1. When I walk away from the computer for a period of time and the security screen saver comes up, (where you have to press control, alt delete and then enter your password) I have no speech. Even if someone helps me get through this part JAWS does not begin speaking. You can see JAWS and close it but then simply starting JAWS again doesn't start speech. I have to actually restart the entire computer. 2. I have had a similar problem for a bit now where if I type very quickly and have more than 3 applications open that JAWS quit's speaking but I have muddled through that one. This new no JAWS issue since my upgrade to JAWS 8.0.4 is the final straw. So, please tell me what I have done wrong or what I am missing. My 8 years as a JAWS user has taught me that most likely when things like this happen it's not the software but the user. SMILE Thanks in advance for your help! Carrie Carrie Seigenthaler Manager, Executive Correspondence Phone: 202-434-6326 E-mail: [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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422Uquits speakingatsecurityscreen
Carrie, I would probably suggest you get rid of the screen saver that is kicking in when you are not on the computer. I also suggest you then call our support team with the results if this is not cleared up. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick Harmon Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 8:07 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422Uquits speakingatsecurityscreen That feature has been there since jaws 7.1 Rick -- Visit my webpage and podcast feed at: http://www.blind-geek-zone.net and my web Blog at: http://blind-geek-zone.blogspot.com/ Join the BGZ mailing list by sending a blank email message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] and put subscribe in the subject line. - Original Message - From: Chris Hallsworth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 6:58 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422Uquits speakingatsecurityscreen John, you're right. It's just telling you that changes are being made to your system. Quite a nice feature that. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr - Original Message - From: JOHN O CARVALHO [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 9:29 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422Uquits speakingatsecurityscreen Hey To All, I just down loaded the new updated jaws. While it was making the changes to my system,it also made some kind of clicking noise I guess to let you know that it's still doing something. I haven't noticed anything new as of yet. Just wanted to see if anyone else noticed that clicking noise PEACE John Carvalho - Original Message - From: Seigenthaler, Carrie [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 4:05 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422U quits speakingatsecurityscreen Hi Richard, I am in deed running JAWS pro and I don't believe the 40 minute message is my problem as JAWS works perfectly as long as I continue to work but I only have the problem if I walk away from my computer for enough time that the security screen comes up. My boss loves that I can't leave my computer, but a girl needs coffee and food! Thanks so very much for the ideas, I know with the collective genius on this list that someone will help me figure this out! Carrie Carrie Seigenthaler Manager, Executive Correspondence Phone: 202-434-6326 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 3:51 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422U quits speakingatsecurityscreen Hi Carrie, Are you running Jaws pro? Is it possible that you are actually running in 40 minute mode, and you are not getting the time-out message? Just some thoughts, Richard Justice www.blind-computing.com - Original Message - From: Seigenthaler, Carrie [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 1:03 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422U quits speaking atsecurityscreen Hi Erik, Thanks for the note. I did go and get the update and am now running JAWS version 8.0.2317U. I am unfortunately though still having the same problem. I just came back from lunch and the security screen saver was on, and no voice. Even after having a colleague help me through the sign on process and then unloading and then reloading JAWS, still no voice. So, once again I had to shut down the computer and start all over again. Any other ideas of things I can try? Thanks, Carrie Carrie Seigenthaler Manager, Executive Correspondence Phone: 202-434-6326 E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Eric Damery Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 10:17 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422U quits speaking at securityscreen In the help menu of JAWS, use the check for updates feature and get the updates that came out since build 422 was posted last November. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Seigenthaler, Carrie Sent: Tuesday, September 25, 2007 10:14 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS version 8.0.422U quits speaking at security screen Hello all, I recently upgraded to JAWS version 8.0.422U and have encountered a quite strange problem. Here at work we are running Microsoft Windows XP Professional version 2002 with Service pack 2. I also have 760 MB of RAM Here's the problem/s: 1. When I walk away from the computer for a period of time and the security screen saver comes up, (where you have to press control
Re: [JAWS-Users] FW: Jaws speed Rate = sighted reading?
Dan, While in a say all, you can also increase and decrease the speech rate on the fly by pressing Page Up or Page Down. Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick Sent: Thursday, September 27, 2007 9:51 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] FW: Jaws speed Rate = sighted reading? Hi Dan, Now we have, thanks smile Those are handy keystrokes to remember. Richard Justice www.blind-computing.com - Original Message - From: Dan Malone [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, September 27, 2007 9:30 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] FW: Jaws speed Rate = sighted reading? Hi Group, In the speed rate for jaws, I'm surprized that I haven't read about the speed adjustment hot keys: Control+alt+PageDown for faster and Control+alt+PageUp for slower. Unless they are not in the newer jaws versions. I'm still at 6.2 here at work. HTH Dan Important: This e-mail, including attachments, may include confidential and/or proprietary information, and may be used only by the person or entity to which it is addressed. If the reader of this e-mail is not the intended recipient or his or her authorized agent, the reader is hereby notified that any dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender by replying to this message and delete this e-mail immediately. 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Re newing a Jaws SMA in the U.k
Hi Stuart, In the UK, we request that you purchase products and renewals through the local distributor or their sub dealers. Sight and Sound is the distributor and they can be contacted at addresses below. For renewals, it is generally best to email or call with your name, address, phone #, etc. and also provide your registered serial number. Regards, Eric Sight and Sound Technology Qantel House Anglia Way Moulton Park Northampton NN3 6JA Tel: 0845 634 7979 If calling from outside the UK, please use: +44 1604 798070 Fax: +44 (0)1604 798090 Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David Ferrin Sent: Friday, September 28, 2007 7:21 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Re newing a Jaws SMA in the U.k My suggestion is you contact FS directly unless Eric happens to respond to your question himself. David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Stuart [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, September 28, 2007 3:07 AM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Re newing a Jaws SMA in the U.k Is it possible to renew your Jaws SMA online in the U.k? Thanks in advance Stuart Deadman 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
[JAWS-Users] The official write up for JAWS 9 Public Beta is now posted
All, We have posted the What's New write up for the JAWS 9 Public Beta release. You can find it from a link on the Freedom Scientific Home page: http://www.freedomscientific.com/ The link to the write up starts with the word JAWS. While the write up states that the Public Beta will post next week sometime, I'm quite confident that it will actually post on Monday, October 1st. We look forward to your feedback and hope you will take the opportunity to review the detailed write up in order to prepare yourselves for the new features and what to look for once you install. Note that if you are authorized to use JAWS 8, your authorization will allow you to install and use the Beta of 9.0 as well. You should also feel confident that installing JAWS 9 public beta should not have any impact on your ability to continue using JAWS 8.0 or earlier versions you might have installed on your Vista or XP computers. Kind Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific, Inc. 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] combo box question
Becky, That is the command. If you are doing this in IE however, press enter first to get into forms mode, then alt down arrow. Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Becky Buckner Sent: Friday, September 28, 2007 6:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] combo box question Hi all. Would someone please tell me the JAWS command to open a combo box. It's the command that will allow you to arrow down a combo box without activating the first down arrow. I thought it was alt down arrow, but that doesn't work. Thanks for any help. Becky 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] combo box question
Some web pages are designed this way. If you open the combo box first with Alt DownArrow, and then downarrow to the item you want, that should resolve it. Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Patricia Sent: Friday, September 28, 2007 7:29 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] combo box question I have encountered some combo boxs after I go to arrow down, the first item in the list automatically opens even if it's not the one I wanted, why does this happen? - Original Message - From: Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, September 28, 2007 5:50 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] combo box question Becky, That is the command. If you are doing this in IE however, press enter first to get into forms mode, then alt down arrow. Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Becky Buckner Sent: Friday, September 28, 2007 6:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] combo box question Hi all. Would someone please tell me the JAWS command to open a combo box. It's the command that will allow you to arrow down a combo box without activating the first down arrow. I thought it was alt down arrow, but that doesn't work. Thanks for any help. Becky 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
[JAWS-Users] JAWS 9 Public Beta should be live by 3 PM ET today
All, The JAWS 9 public beta software has been posted. You should be able to get access to this from the homepage: www.freedomscientific.com Regards, Eric 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express
Chris, I'm have test look into this. How often do you see the delay? Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chris Hallsworth Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 8:55 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express David and all, it's not JAWS 9 that this problem is occurring; it's JAWS 8. Could there be a conflict somewhere? Thanks in advance. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr - Original Message - From: David A Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 1:52 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express 9 is working great for me I must say, no issues at all to report as of yet. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Chris Hallsworth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; JAWS-Users-List@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 8:43 AM Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Hi all, Ever since installing the JAWS 9 beta, Outlook Express and JAWS 8 occasionally pauses for 30 seconds to a minute when replying to a message. Has anyone experienced this? This does not happen with JAWS 9 and Outlook Express though, nor did this happen before installing JAWS 9. Thanks in advance. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express
Chris, We have not been able to reproduce this one unfortunately. I will continue to monitor reports of this problem, I'm sure there is something unique going on. Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chris Hallsworth Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 9:27 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Eric, the delays happen quite frequently, and occurs either when I reply to messages, as well as reading messages. This delay only happens with Outlook Express, nothing else. Thanks for looking into this, greatly appreciated. Think I'll go ahead and remove JAWS 9. Sorry folks, but I really can't tolerate these delays anymore, particularly as I'm a fast typist. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr - Original Message - From: Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 2:21 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Chris, I'm have test look into this. How often do you see the delay? Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chris Hallsworth Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 8:55 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express David and all, it's not JAWS 9 that this problem is occurring; it's JAWS 8. Could there be a conflict somewhere? Thanks in advance. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr - Original Message - From: David A Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 1:52 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express 9 is working great for me I must say, no issues at all to report as of yet. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Chris Hallsworth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; JAWS-Users-List@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 8:43 AM Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Hi all, Ever since installing the JAWS 9 beta, Outlook Express and JAWS 8 occasionally pauses for 30 seconds to a minute when replying to a message. Has anyone experienced this? This does not happen with JAWS 9 and Outlook Express though, nor did this happen before installing JAWS 9. Thanks in advance. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] Visit the JAWS Users List home page
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express
Did you remove shared components when you removed JAWS 9? Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chris Hallsworth Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 9:53 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Well I have successfully removed JAWS 9, and so far so good, no delays. What a shame! I thought JAWS 9 was a great product, but due to this annoying and unacceptable bug I had no choice but to remove it. Thanks again for looking into this, greatly appreciated. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr - Original Message - From: Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 2:38 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Chris, We have not been able to reproduce this one unfortunately. I will continue to monitor reports of this problem, I'm sure there is something unique going on. Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chris Hallsworth Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 9:27 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Eric, the delays happen quite frequently, and occurs either when I reply to messages, as well as reading messages. This delay only happens with Outlook Express, nothing else. Thanks for looking into this, greatly appreciated. Think I'll go ahead and remove JAWS 9. Sorry folks, but I really can't tolerate these delays anymore, particularly as I'm a fast typist. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr - Original Message - From: Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 2:21 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Chris, I'm have test look into this. How often do you see the delay? Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chris Hallsworth Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 8:55 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express David and all, it's not JAWS 9 that this problem is occurring; it's JAWS 8. Could there be a conflict somewhere? Thanks in advance. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr - Original Message - From: David A Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 1:52 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express 9 is working great for me I must say, no issues at all to report as of yet. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Chris Hallsworth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; JAWS-Users-List@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 8:43 AM Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Hi all, Ever since installing the JAWS 9 beta, Outlook Express and JAWS 8 occasionally pauses for 30 seconds to a minute when replying to a message. Has anyone experienced this? This does not happen with JAWS 9 and Outlook Express though, nor did this happen before installing JAWS 9. Thanks in advance. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Use the following form in order to contact
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express
Yes -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of scott Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 10:06 AM To: Jawas list Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Is jaws 9 xp capatble Sent via BlackBerry from T-Mobile -Original Message- From: David A Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tue, 02 Oct 2007 08:52:11 To:jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express 9 is working great for me I must say, no issues at all to report as of yet. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Chris Hallsworth [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; JAWS-Users-List@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 8:43 AM Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS and Outlook Express Hi all, Ever since installing the JAWS 9 beta, Outlook Express and JAWS 8 occasionally pauses for 30 seconds to a minute when replying to a message. Has anyone experienced this? This does not happen with JAWS 9 and Outlook Express though, nor did this happen before installing JAWS 9. Thanks in advance. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws nine's feedback so far
We have verified the issues of failing to read certain things such as system tray list of items when going into and out of standby/hibernate. This is being addressed now. For the time being, you will have to shut down and restart, rather than hibernate please. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Siobhan Sent: Tuesday, October 02, 2007 10:04 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] jaws nine's feedback so far Hey all. Well for starters, jaws after returning from standby on a del Windows xp home computer with two gigs of ram, will say Preparing to standby. It happens if you use the command in outlook express to read how many messages you have, and also occurs on Internet Explorer seven when going into the links list. I didn't go much farther with this yet. Also there's no subject, to or ccc being read when you tab into the message field to send a message in OE. There's also no selected item in the system tray, again happening after returning from stand by. I'm slightly used to that because of the video card I have conflicting with jaws if I close my lid, its a radian express 1150. If this can be reproduced I'd appreciate it, otherwise I just spent quite a bit of money last night for the renewal agreement. Thanks for reading, Siobhan 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
[JAWS-Users] First update to public beta of JAWS 9 posting at 3:30 PM ET today
All, Anyone with JAWS 9 public beta installed is encouraged to use the Check for Update feature in the help menu. The first set of fixes is being posted now. Below is the list of changes. Regards, Eric Damery Update Enhancements Included as of Build 9.0.353 (4 October 2007) First of all, congratulations to AOL for releasing AIM 6.5 http://www.aim.com/ on October 3, 2007. JAWS 9.0 users are all set and ready to use the new 6.5 version, so please be certain to give it a try! Thanks to all the public beta testers who identified issues in our initial release and reported them so well using the Beta Report form on this page. As a result, many of the items were resolved and have been included in this first update on October 4th. Others are still under investigation, and we will be looking forward to posting more updates soon. * Resolved the reported issue where JAWS would begin to fail in reading many items like the List of System Tray items (INSERT+F11) after coming out of Hibernation or Standby mode. * Resolved a reported problem with the Microsoft Outlook 2007 Inbox. JAWS would sometimes fail to speak the item you landed on when moving rapidly across entries with similar attributes such as Unread. * Resolved an issue reported in Outlook Express where selecting text in reverse order using CTRL+HOME, would not display the expected results in braille until doing a screen refresh. * Resolved a problem reported in Microsoft Word and Outlook 2007 where text could be skipped during a Say All when preceded immediately by a period followed by a comma. * Resolved reported problems associated with reading by sentence in Word and Outlook 2007 where sentences could be repeated. * Resolved an issue in Outlook 2003 and Outlook XP when moving and reading by Paragraph with CTRL+DOWN ARROW or CTRL+UP ARROW when in Compose mode of an e-mail. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was reporting the section and page number in Word 2007 and Outlook 2007 when landing on a blank document or e-mail. * Addressed a long standing issue where JAWS would sometimes fail to announce Copy, Cut, or Append to Clipboard. Once in this state, the only way to get it to properly report the message was to restart JAWS. * Changed the behavior in the Adjust JAWS Options dialog box (INSERT+V) in Word and Outlook 2007 so that if the user changes or toggles the item Say All, using Line, Sentence, or Paragraph, JAWS now makes the change persistent across JAWS sessions. * Resolved several reported problems in Microsoft PowerPoint 2007. * Resolved a reported problem in Outlook 2007 where JAWS was not automatically reading e-mail when the Messages Automatically Read option was enabled using the Adjust JAWS Option dialog box (INSERT+V), if you were moving forward or backward through mail messages using CTRL+PERIOD or CTRL+COMMA. * Resolved a reported issue in Outlook 2007 when using the Say All command (INSERT+DOWN ARROW), while in a composition window of an e-mail message, could leave Navigation Quick Keys on after stopping the Say All. * Resolved reported issue in Outlook 2007, Outlook 2003, and Outlook XP where users were not able to activate links in Plain Text messages. * Resolved an issue reported where reading the table of contents in Word documents could fail once moving away from the table of contents and then returning to it. * Resolved a reported problem of Say All only reading the top line of the Read-only Help window in the Adjust JAWS Options dialog box (INSERT+V) if you activated the dialog box while in Word 2007 or Outlook 2007. Note: Users of Outlook 2007 will hear a message about an unknown function call if they press INSERT+V while focused on Outlook 2007 in build 9.0.353. This is being resolved for the next post and should not hinder the use of the software at this point. * Resolved an issue in Word forms, where JAWS was reading the F1 automatic Help messages prior to reading the status bar help text. This will now be reversed. * Added option in the Adjust JAWS Options dialog box (INSERT+V) for Word to give users the ability to disable F1 automatic Help messages. * Updated INSERT+F1 context-sensitive help and INSERT+H Hotkey help in new Outlook 2007 Calendar support. * Resolved a reported issue where using the UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW in the Outlook 2007 Calendar while in Month View was sluggish. * Resolved an issue reported where pressing ENTER twice, in a multiline edit field in Internet Explorer while in forms mode, would result in messages happening if you then type a number, as if Navigation Quick Keys had been turned on. * Added help text for the Information Bar Messages Announcement item found in the Adjust JAWS Options dialog box (INSERT+V) while in Outlook. Note: Users of Outlook 2007 will hear a message about an unknown function call if they press INSERT+V while
[JAWS-Users] JAWSBeta JAWS 9.0.356 Private Beta is available!
Hello Private Beta Testers, JAWS Private Beta Build 9.0.356 is ready for testing. This one includes quite a bit of change since the 353 build because we have been fixing items that were held out of the public beta builds as we attempted to stabilize it as best we could. The next update we do for the public will be in about 10 days or so I hope. Your attention to this list of fixes is greatly appreciated. The Known issues is empty today. Rosemary and Stephen are both off sipping Margaritas somewhere so we are not as professional in the write up as we'd like to be. Special note: The Red Sox are going for game two tonight at 8:30 ET and the Yankees will be going for their second loss on Saturday! Regards, Eric JAWS Private Beta Build 9.0.356 is ready for testing. JAWS 9.0 Update An update is provided for your convenience as well as to continue with some level of testing of the update process during the beta cycle. Not all builds provided during the beta cycle will have the update option. As the product progresses, some builds will be new BASE BUILDS upon which subsequent updates can be installed. The Automatic Update will update to JAWS 9.0.356 from the following prior builds: * 9.0.353 Base Build or Update. * 9.0.348 Base Build. Attempts to update to 9.0.356 from any build other than what is listed will fail by design. If in doubt or you have trouble, simply use the full install instead. Updates are not yet available for Windows Vista, and are not available for Windows 2000; you need to download and install the full version. * Update Patch: 1. Please enter 90909 into the special code dialog in the JAWS about box dialog. Go to the Help Menu, About. TAB to the special access code button and press ENTER. Type or paste 90909 into the edit field. 2. Select check for updates on the JAWS UI help menu. You will find today's 9.0.356 in the list box. 3. TAB to your choice and proceed with installation. * Update Tip: How do you check to see if a listed update will update my installed version of JAWS? If you navigate the list of updates and highlight one of the listed updates you can TAB to the detail button and press spacebar to get a list of the versions of JAWS which can be updated by that particular update. * If the Update fails: Either Repair or install the full build, if available: Check out the FAQ: How do I perform Installation Maintenance procedures like Repair and Modify? http://www.freedomscientific.com/fs_support/BulletinView.cfm?QC=1057 NOTES * JAWS 9.0 beta will expire December 1, 2007. * For those who are testing the Outlook Calendar work: to test the calendar, you need to disable the Task List option in View, To Do, menu. ALT+V to drop the View menu, then select the To Do Bar sub menu, then uncheck the Task List option. * MAGic and JAWS private beta testers: We are working on testing a combination here in-house, and on getting you a new MAGic 11 Public beta candidate, that will function with the JAWS public beta. While you are free to install both JAWS 9.0 beta and MAGic 11 private beta together, we still don't recommend attempting to run them together * JAWS 9.0 will be a paid upgrade, requiring authorization for JAWS 9.0. The flag is not set yet; 8.0 authorization will enable you to run JAWS 9.0 beta. * Please review the Known Problems section and refrain from posting reports on those defects listed. * Please save these announcements during the cycle for reference or to help answer questions; each list of new features and fixes is unique to each build you'll receive. * This is a beta product; it is prerelease quality. It is recommended that you back up your system prior to installing 9.0. * If you install JAWS 9.0 on a system with JAWS 8.0, JAWS 8.0 will use the 9.0 shared components. * The Private Beta Handbook ftp://ftp.freedomscientific.com/users/hj/private/beta/PrivateBetaHandbook.htm is available as a separate web page for reference. NEW FEATURES and CHANGES * 33586 Change in output message when No window is active. * 33880 We have now added a link to the Adjust JAWS Options dialog JAWSKey+v to the JAWSKey+F2 Run JAWS Manager to make it easier for new users to find the options. * 34126 Extra Help Indication option is now called F1 formfield help indication as in prior versions of JAWS.(Brian Hartgen) . * 34127 F1 automatic help text reading now speaking after the status bar help text for Word Forms (Brian Hartgen). * 34179 Powerpoint 2007 now improved in areas other than edit. (Kelly Ford) . * 34190 SayAll mode is now persistent with Microsoft Outlook 2007. * 34171 Insert+F1 and Hotkey Help for Outlook 2007 Calendar support updated. KNOWN PROBLEMS FIXES 24352 None : In user account types dialog,
[JAWS-Users] FW: JAWSBeta JAWS 9.0.356 Private Beta is available!
Sending this again, since I did not see it show up the first time. Regards, Eric From: Eric Damery Sent: Friday, October 05, 2007 5:01 PM To: 'jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com' Cc: JAWSIntlBeta Subject: JAWSBeta JAWS 9.0.356 Private Beta is available! Hello Private Beta Testers, JAWS Private Beta Build 9.0.356 is ready for testing. This one includes quite a bit of change since the 353 build because we have been fixing items that were held out of the public beta builds as we attempted to stabilize it as best we could. The next update we do for the public will be in about 10 days or so I hope. Your attention to this list of fixes is greatly appreciated. The Known issues is empty today. Rosemary and Stephen are both off sipping Margaritas somewhere so we are not as professional in the write up as we'd like to be. Special note: The Red Sox are going for game two tonight at 8:30 ET and the Yankees will be going for their second loss on Saturday! Regards, Eric JAWS Private Beta Build 9.0.356 is ready for testing. JAWS 9.0 Update An update is provided for your convenience as well as to continue with some level of testing of the update process during the beta cycle. Not all builds provided during the beta cycle will have the update option. As the product progresses, some builds will be new BASE BUILDS upon which subsequent updates can be installed. The Automatic Update will update to JAWS 9.0.356 from the following prior builds: * 9.0.353 Base Build or Update. * 9.0.348 Base Build. Attempts to update to 9.0.356 from any build other than what is listed will fail by design. If in doubt or you have trouble, simply use the full install instead. Updates are not yet available for Windows Vista, and are not available for Windows 2000; you need to download and install the full version. * Update Patch: 1. Please enter 90909 into the special code dialog in the JAWS about box dialog. Go to the Help Menu, About. TAB to the special access code button and press ENTER. Type or paste 90909 into the edit field. 2. Select check for updates on the JAWS UI help menu. You will find today's 9.0.356 in the list box. 3. TAB to your choice and proceed with installation. * Update Tip: How do you check to see if a listed update will update my installed version of JAWS? If you navigate the list of updates and highlight one of the listed updates you can TAB to the detail button and press spacebar to get a list of the versions of JAWS which can be updated by that particular update. * If the Update fails: Either Repair or install the full build, if available: Check out the FAQ: How do I perform Installation Maintenance procedures like Repair and Modify? http://www.freedomscientific.com/fs_support/BulletinView.cfm?QC=1057 NOTES * JAWS 9.0 beta will expire December 1, 2007. * For those who are testing the Outlook Calendar work: to test the calendar, you need to disable the Task List option in View, To Do, menu. ALT+V to drop the View menu, then select the To Do Bar sub menu, then uncheck the Task List option. * MAGic and JAWS private beta testers: We are working on testing a combination here in-house, and on getting you a new MAGic 11 Public beta candidate, that will function with the JAWS public beta. While you are free to install both JAWS 9.0 beta and MAGic 11 private beta together, we still don't recommend attempting to run them together * JAWS 9.0 will be a paid upgrade, requiring authorization for JAWS 9.0. The flag is not set yet; 8.0 authorization will enable you to run JAWS 9.0 beta. * Please review the Known Problems section and refrain from posting reports on those defects listed. * Please save these announcements during the cycle for reference or to help answer questions; each list of new features and fixes is unique to each build you'll receive. * This is a beta product; it is prerelease quality. It is recommended that you back up your system prior to installing 9.0. * If you install JAWS 9.0 on a system with JAWS 8.0, JAWS 8.0 will use the 9.0 shared components. * The Private Beta Handbook ftp://ftp.freedomscientific.com/users/hj/private/beta/PrivateBetaHandbook.htm is available as a separate web page for reference. NEW FEATURES and CHANGES * 33586 Change in output message when No window is active. * 33880 We have now added a link to the Adjust JAWS Options dialog JAWSKey+v to the JAWSKey+F2 Run JAWS Manager to make it easier for new users to find the options. * 34126 Extra Help Indication option is now called F1 formfield help indication as in prior versions of JAWS.(Brian Hartgen) . * 34127 F1 automatic help text reading now speaking after the status bar help text for Word Forms (Brian Hartgen). * 34179 Powerpoint 2007 now improved in areas other
Re: [JAWS-Users] Correction FW: JAWSBeta JAWS 9.0.356 Private Betais available!
Chris, Feel free to email me off the list with an example of a mail message that gives you trouble. Send it to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] I guess the first thing I would try is to turn off Table Processing in the INSERT V, Adjust JAWS Options dialog. Did you try this? Regards, Eric From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Christopher Bell Sent: Sat 10/6/2007 8:40 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Correction FW: JAWSBeta JAWS 9.0.356 Private Betais available! Eric-- I continue to be frustrated by Jaws 8.0 (plus updates) and the Jaws 9 Beta's inability to read many e-mails in Outlook 2007. This appears to be primarily a problem for html e-mails in table format. Jaws reads the table row and column numbers but not the text; sometimes it will read the standard boilerplate regarding how to request removal from a list but not the substantive content. Also, I find that Jaws 9 does not read even the table format information in say all mode. On my laptop. I am hoping these problems can be addressed as they were not probles in Jaws 7.1. Thank you.Chris Bell -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Eric Damery Sent: Friday, October 05, 2007 4:24 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Correction FW: JAWSBeta JAWS 9.0.356 Private Beta is available! Well, I guess I blew this one. It has been a long week. This message was sent in error to the JAWS users list instead of the Freedom Scientific Private Beta List. I apologize. Please disregard and do not ask about the where the file is now or how to get this update, we have removed them from these locations. We will be getting a new public beta update out once we complete work and testing on the next round of fixes over the next 10 days. Regards, Eric Damery From: Eric Damery Sent: Friday, October 05, 2007 5:01 PM To: 'jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com' Cc: JAWSIntlBeta Subject: JAWSBeta JAWS 9.0.356 Private Beta is available! Hello Private Beta Testers, JAWS Private Beta Build 9.0.356 is ready for testing. This one includes quite a bit of change since the 353 build because we have been fixing items that were held out of the public beta builds as we attempted to stabilize it as best we could. The next update we do for the public will be in about 10 days or so I hope. Your attention to this list of fixes is greatly appreciated. The Known issues is empty today. Rosemary and Stephen are both off sipping Margaritas somewhere so we are not as professional in the write up as we'd like to be. Special note: The Red Sox are going for game two tonight at 8:30 ET and the Yankees will be going for their second loss on Saturday! Regards, Eric JAWS Private Beta Build 9.0.356 is ready for testing. JAWS 9.0 Update An update is provided for your convenience as well as to continue with some level of testing of the update process during the beta cycle. Not all builds provided during the beta cycle will have the update option. As the product progresses, some builds will be new BASE BUILDS upon which subsequent updates can be installed. The Automatic Update will update to JAWS 9.0.356 from the following prior builds: * 9.0.353 Base Build or Update. * 9.0.348 Base Build. Attempts to update to 9.0.356 from any build other than what is listed will fail by design. If in doubt or you have trouble, simply use the full install instead. Updates are not yet available for Windows Vista, and are not available for Windows 2000; you need to download and install the full version. * Update Patch: 1. Please enter 90909 into the special code dialog in the JAWS about box dialog. Go to the Help Menu, About. TAB to the special access code button and press ENTER. Type or paste 90909 into the edit field. 2. Select check for updates on the JAWS UI help menu. You will find today's 9.0.356 in the list box. 3. TAB to your choice and proceed with installation. * Update Tip: How do you check to see if a listed update will update my installed version of JAWS? If you navigate the list of updates and highlight one of the listed updates you can TAB to the detail button and press spacebar to get a list of the versions of JAWS which can be updated by that particular update. * If the Update fails: Either Repair or install the full build, if available: Check out the FAQ: How do I perform Installation Maintenance procedures like Repair and Modify? http://www.freedomscientific.com/fs_support/BulletinView.cfm?QC=1057 NOTES * JAWS 9.0 beta will expire December 1, 2007. * For those who are testing the Outlook Calendar work: to test the calendar, you need to disable the Task List option in View, To Do, menu. ALT+V to drop the View menu, then select the To Do Bar sub menu, then uncheck the Task List option. * MAGic and JAWS private beta testers: We are working on testing
Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws in System Tray
Andy, When running in the system tray, pressing INSERT J will give you a context menu that contains the all the items normally found in the Menu bar of the application window. User up and down arrow to move to the items like Help, Utilities, Language, and so on. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Baracco, Andrew W Sent: Tuesday, October 09, 2007 1:30 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws in System Tray The only problem that I have found with running JAWS from the system tray is that i can't access all of the menus. I can only access the first list of options. I cannot, for example, access the utilities or help menu. To do this, i have to leave the JAWS window intact. Andy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rosemarie Chavarria Sent: Monday, October 08, 2007 11:26 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws in System Tray Hi, Patricia. I run Jaws from the system tray and it does work really great. Rosemarie - Original Message - From: Patricia [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, October 08, 2007 9:02 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws in System Tray I agree the system tray is the best without a doubt, just in my pursuits of freeing up resources is how this thread came up in the first place.. - Original Message - From: Flor Lynch [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, October 08, 2007 5:59 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws in System Tray There is no benefit to be had from it being neither in the System Tray nor on the taskbar, if such were possible (which it isn't). I like it in the system Tray, running in the background like some other apps (such as antivirus, Juice, etc.). There are some options it is easier to change in JAWS by having it there, than having to go into the Config Manager with its slews of settings. - Original Message - From: Patricia [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, October 08, 2007 4:34 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws in System Tray No. I want to have it out of the sys tray, I know how to do this.. But if it's not in the sys tray then will it show when I alt tab around? I want it not in the sys tray and I don't want to alt tab and find it there either, but I do want it to start up at system bootup. Is this clear? - Original Message - From: Jyrki Voutilainen [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Sunday, October 07, 2007 9:05 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws in System Tray On Monday, October 08, 2007 4:32 AM [GMT+1=CET], Patricia [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If you don't put jaws in your sys-tray does this mean when you alt tab your going to run into it that way? Don't know if I really caught what you are looking for, but by default JAWS is actually shown in an application window when 'alttabbing' to that window. Can you have jaws start up without it in the systems tray and without it showing up when you alt tab between applications? When being in the JAWS window, press the ALT key, when the Options menu will appear, and then arrow once to the right to open the Options tree view. The first option in the tree view should be 'Basics...'. Press Enter and tab to 'Run JAWS from System Tray' and check it by pressing the Space key. Then press Enter, close JAWS like other applications with ALT + F4 and restart it. Now JAWS shouldn't appear as an application window on your screen anymore. Was it that what you were looking for? Best regards, -- Jyrki Voutilainen mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Skype ID: jvoutila 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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
Re: [JAWS-Users] system trey not displaying correctly
Regarding this issue, I wanted to let you know that there is a FAQ on this in the support pages of Freedom Scientific as well. Doing a search for System Tray finds this one at the top. http://www.freedomscientific.com/fs_support/BulletinView.cfm?QC=829 I mention this just to continue to remind people that the support pages contain quite a bit of useful information. If you have not experimented with it yet, please give the search on the support pages a try. Regards, Eric Damery -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David A Ferrin Sent: Thursday, October 11, 2007 1:00 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] system trey not displaying correctly Thank you miss Sarah, this seems to be the general idea so that's what I will do this afternoon some time. Rich doesn't know it yet but help is on the way. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Sarah [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, October 11, 2007 12:56 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] system trey not displaying correctly Hello. Have him go to the task bar and start menu properties and uncheck hide inactive icons. Have him hit apply and then OK. SAG - Original Message - From: David Ferrin [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, October 11, 2007 5:32 AM Subject: [JAWS-Users] system trey not displaying correctly I helped a guy yesterday put jaws in his system trey so as to get it out of the alt tab order. Now that went perfectly fine. The thing is when he brings up his system trey with insert+F11 jaws isn't listed in there. Now it obviously must be in there, of that I have no doubt so far as that goes. The question is why is it not showing in the list, and how would I get it to appear? David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business
Waqas, I think JAWs 8.0.2173 is great Vista (all flavors). JAWS 9 is even better. Some might call me a bit bias however so I'll let others jump in. Regards, Eric Damery JAWS Product Manager -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Waqas Hussain Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 2:25 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business Greetings all, My name is Waqas Hussain and I am probably the newest member on this list. Apologies if this question has already been discussed on this forum. Basically, I am in the process of replacing my PC and laptop and am considering getting machines build on a Windows Vista Business platform. I have been advised by the Jaws dealer here in the UK that Jaws 8 is fully compatible with Windows Vista Business and that Jaws 9 would be released in a couple of weeks time which I intend to upgrade from my current Jaws 7.1 version. I'd much appreciate if someone may like to share there experience with Jaws 8 and Vista business. Regards Waqas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David A Ferrin Sent: 17 October 2007 17:43 To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Samantech virus checker This program will be up on the server very shortly if anybody is interested. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Denny Huff [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 10:07 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Samantech virus checker There is also a program called, decrapifier that works well with Jaws. Sorry about the language David, but that is what the program is called. I use it on every new computer I set up and it will remove any or all programs that come with a new computer that isn't necessary. You can download it here: http://pcdecrapifier.com/download Denny Huff Gateway FT Blind LLC. (636) 262-1383 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business
Absolutely! And you'll really like that in JAWS 9. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Waqas Hussain Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 2:58 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business Thanks Eric. Always a great salesman you are! As I remembered you from the Sight Village Exhibition of 2002. (smile) One more question if you don't mind, would Office 2003 be compatible with Vista Business and Jaws 9? Regards Waqas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Eric Damery Sent: 17 October 2007 19:36 To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business Waqas, I think JAWs 8.0.2173 is great Vista (all flavors). JAWS 9 is even better. Some might call me a bit bias however so I'll let others jump in. Regards, Eric Damery JAWS Product Manager -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Waqas Hussain Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 2:25 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business Greetings all, My name is Waqas Hussain and I am probably the newest member on this list. Apologies if this question has already been discussed on this forum. Basically, I am in the process of replacing my PC and laptop and am considering getting machines build on a Windows Vista Business platform. I have been advised by the Jaws dealer here in the UK that Jaws 8 is fully compatible with Windows Vista Business and that Jaws 9 would be released in a couple of weeks time which I intend to upgrade from my current Jaws 7.1 version. I'd much appreciate if someone may like to share there experience with Jaws 8 and Vista business. Regards Waqas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of David A Ferrin Sent: 17 October 2007 17:43 To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Samantech virus checker This program will be up on the server very shortly if anybody is interested. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Denny Huff [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 10:07 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Samantech virus checker There is also a program called, decrapifier that works well with Jaws. Sorry about the language David, but that is what the program is called. I use it on every new computer I set up and it will remove any or all programs that come with a new computer that isn't necessary. You can download it here: http://pcdecrapifier.com/download Denny Huff Gateway FT Blind LLC. (636) 262-1383 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message
[JAWS-Users] Delay in getting the update for JAWS 9 posted today
All, We were on schedule to post the third update today for JAWS 9. Unfortunately, something did not clear testing and it has gone back to the developers. We are optimistic that a fix for the issue that held it is coming soon and the post will not be delayed long. Regards, Eric 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Delay in getting the update for JAWS 9 posted today
Lois, We are very pleased with the results so far and the feedback from users has been great. Looking forward to getting the next update posted as soon as possible and I just got word from the developers that they have tracked down the issue. I'm very confident that we are on track to get something posted Thursday or Friday this week to update the Beta. Regards, Eric From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Lois Sent: Wed 10/17/2007 6:43 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Delay in getting the update for JAWS 9 posted today Eric, I am getting excited about the new Jaws! All I have read about it sounds like it will be a good one. Lois - Original Message - From: Eric Damery To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 3:01 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Delay in getting the update for JAWS 9 posted today All, We were on schedule to post the third update today for JAWS 9. Unfortunately, something did not clear testing and it has gone back to the developers. We are optimistic that a fix for the issue that held it is coming soon and the post will not be delayed long. Regards, Eric 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business
There is also a DAISY book on Vista with JAWS and MAGic, which can be downloaded from: http://www.freedomscientific.com/Training/JAWS_training_hq.asp Regards, Eric From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Joseph Lee Sent: Wed 10/17/2007 8:49 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business Hi there, Welcome to the list. For me, as a Vista user, I find it to be impressive with JAWS 8 and 9. I mainly use Vista Ultimate on my laptop but I sure did experiment with Vista Business for few hours and it works just like XP. If you want to know more about Vista and JAWS, check out Freedom Scientific's tutorial or Vista tutorials done by me and Rick Harmon. Cheers, Joseph - Original Message - From: Waqas Hussain [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Date sent: Wed, 17 Oct 2007 19:25:15 +0100 Subject: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business Greetings all, My name is Waqas Hussain and I am probably the newest member on this list. Apologies if this question has already been discussed on this forum. Basically, I am in the process of replacing my PC and laptop and am considering getting machines build on a Windows Vista Business platform. I have been advised by the Jaws dealer here in the UK that Jaws 8 is fully compatible with Windows Vista Business and that Jaws 9 would be released in a couple of weeks time which I intend to upgrade from my current Jaws 7.1 version. I'd much appreciate if someone may like to share there experience with Jaws 8 and Vista business. Regards Waqas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] m] On Behalf Of David A Ferrin Sent: 17 October 2007 17:43 To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Samantech virus checker This program will be up on the server very shortly if anybody is interested. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Denny Huff [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 10:07 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Samantech virus checker There is also a program called, decrapifier that works well with Jaws. Sorry about the language David, but that is what the program is called. I use it on every new computer I set up and it will remove any or all programs that come with a new computer that isn't necessary. You can download it here: http://pcdecrapifier.com/download Denny Huff Gateway FT Blind LLC. (636) 262-1383 Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http://www.jaws-users.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED] aws-users.com To post to this group, send email to jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http://www.jaws-users.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED] aws-users.com To post to this group, send email to jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http://www.jaws-users.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED] aws-users.com To post to this group, send email to jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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
Re: [JAWS-Users] Outlook 2007: Problem reading e-mail
We are working on this. The problem is related to trying to process these Layout Tables in the Word Document Object Model, which is involved when using Outlook 2007. The same messages are not an issue in Outlook 2003 or the browser as you mentioned. It is a difficult problem to over come but we will solve it. Regards, Eric From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Christopher Bell Sent: Wed 10/17/2007 11:18 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Outlook 2007: Problem reading e-mail Eric, Unless I missed your response, You never got back to me about the difficulty I and others on this list are having with Jaws 8 9 are having reading some e-mails having a table format. In particular, I find that both versions of Jaws read the row and column numbering and some boilerplate about putting the sender's e-mail address in my contact list but nothing else. Also, Jaws 9 sometimes skips a number of rows. I sent you a few e-mails I was having difficulty reading. Any solution? One member of this list suggested I read the e-mail through my browser on the e-mail's site of origin which does work but it is time-consuming and we shouldn't have to do that. Thanks. Chris Bell -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Eric Damery Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 7:53 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business There is also a DAISY book on Vista with JAWS and MAGic, which can be downloaded from: http://www.freedomscientific.com/Training/JAWS_training_hq.asp Regards, Eric From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Joseph Lee Sent: Wed 10/17/2007 8:49 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business Hi there, Welcome to the list. For me, as a Vista user, I find it to be impressive with JAWS 8 and 9. I mainly use Vista Ultimate on my laptop but I sure did experiment with Vista Business for few hours and it works just like XP. If you want to know more about Vista and JAWS, check out Freedom Scientific's tutorial or Vista tutorials done by me and Rick Harmon. Cheers, Joseph - Original Message - From: Waqas Hussain [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Date sent: Wed, 17 Oct 2007 19:25:15 +0100 Subject: [JAWS-Users] Jaws Vista Business Greetings all, My name is Waqas Hussain and I am probably the newest member on this list. Apologies if this question has already been discussed on this forum. Basically, I am in the process of replacing my PC and laptop and am considering getting machines build on a Windows Vista Business platform. I have been advised by the Jaws dealer here in the UK that Jaws 8 is fully compatible with Windows Vista Business and that Jaws 9 would be released in a couple of weeks time which I intend to upgrade from my current Jaws 7.1 version. I'd much appreciate if someone may like to share there experience with Jaws 8 and Vista business. Regards Waqas -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] m] On Behalf Of David A Ferrin Sent: 17 October 2007 17:43 To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Samantech virus checker This program will be up on the server very shortly if anybody is interested. David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com - Original Message - From: Denny Huff [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 10:07 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Samantech virus checker There is also a program called, decrapifier that works well with Jaws. Sorry about the language David, but that is what the program is called. I use it on every new computer I set up and it will remove any or all programs that come with a new computer that isn't necessary. You can download it here: http://pcdecrapifier.com/download Denny Huff Gateway FT Blind LLC. (636) 262-1383 Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http://www.jaws-users.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED] aws-users.com To post to this group, send email to jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] Visit the JAWS Users List home page at: http://www.jaws-users.com Address for the list archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/[EMAIL PROTECTED] aws-users.com To post to this group, send email to jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message to: [EMAIL
Re: [JAWS-Users] Upgrading to Jaws 9
New JAWS products purchased since September 15, 2007 will get 9.0 automatically. If your Friend is located in the USA and the product is registered, the CD will be mailed to him automatically. Outside the USA, the Distributors will be mailing. Have your friend contact the Customer Service at Freedom Scientifc to verify it gets registered and mailed. Regards, Eric From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Victor Gouveia Sent: Wed 10/17/2007 10:52 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [JAWS-Users] Upgrading to Jaws 9 Hi Folks, I forgot to ask in my last message... With all this talk of Jaws 9 coming out, Since my friend bought his copy of Jaws literally the other day, will Jaws 9 be an update, or an upgrade he'll have to pay for? I believe I saw the answer to this question when this topic first came out, about a week ago, but can't remember what was said about it. Can anyone refresh my memory? Thanks in advance. Victor 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] New Update to JAWS Beta has been release. Build is now9.0.399
Leonard, Not sure what could be going on for you. If you have builds 348 or 353 installed, and check for updates on Vista or XP, it should find it and install as expected. If it does not, this list might not be the place to sort it out and to be honest, my suggest would be to download the full build of 9.0.399 from web page that describes the new beta release and just install over top of what you have now. Windows Installers can get into a state which messes up the auto update process and it is generally more work to figure out why then it is really worth. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Leonard Salinas Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:34 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] New Update to JAWS Beta has been release. Build is now9.0.399 hmmm, its there, had to go and download the complete file in order to update because the check for updates didn't work for me again. Legend has it that on Thursday 10/18/2007 04:28 PM, Rick Harmon said: Hmmm. Well where is this update? Have check with the jaws update and nothing. Rick Harmon -- Visit my webpage and podcast feed at: http://www.blind-geek-zone.net and my web Blog at: http://blind-geek-zone.blogspot.com/ Join the BGZ mailing list by sending a blank email message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] and put subscribe in the subject line. Contact info: Email - [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Skype - rharmon928 MSN - [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 4:33 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] New Update to JAWS Beta has been release. Build is now9.0.399 All, Below are the details of the changes between build 353 and 399. Thanks again to all the reports. We are making great progress and the details reports being filed is making a big difference. Regards, Eric Damery HTML Composition Support JAWS 9.0 introduces new support for editing in HTML composition environments, such as online text editors, Outlook Express, and Outlook 2003 (Outlook 2007 uses Microsoft Word), editing in Forms mode (input type=text, textarea, elements with contenteditable=TRUE etc), and editing in Adobe Flash edit fields. This new support provides 100 percent accuracy when reading text; the ability to use sound schemes to differentiate font, attribute, and color; the ability to automatically switch languages when the language of the text is correctly marked up; and the ability to hear information when the text is marked up as a heading, link, list, table, and so on. For example, when composing a new HTML message in Outlook Express or Outlook 2003, you can now select text and format it as a heading (level 1 through 6), and JAWS will announce that this text is a heading when reading back the composed message. When using online editors, such as the sample at http://www.rnib.org.uk/edtest/editor.htm, if you go into Forms mode in the editable area, you can now use the ARROW keys to enter the table and use table navigation keystrokes to navigate the table and hear row or column changes and row or column headings. (Note that you will have to press the RIGHT ARROW once and then the DOWN ARROW to navigate past the link in this editor.) You can also hear where headings are and the text which belongs to a bulleted or auto numbered list. Gmail Support Improvements Screen reader users currently get a message on the Gmail page that says, If you are using a screen reader, you may wish to switch to basic HTML for a better experience. While you will still receive this message when running JAWS 9.0, it is no longer necessary to follow those instructions as JAWS works with the standard Gmail interface, which offers many enhancements over their basic HTML page. In JAWS versions prior to 9.0, it was necessary to switch Gmail to its basic HTML interface or use the JAWS cursor to click the objects on the page that were not standard links. These include Inbox, Sent, Compose Mail, Trash, Create a Filter, and so on. With our new support for Gmail, these items show up in the links list. You can also use the ARROW keys to move to these items and either press ENTER to activate them or select the items with the routing buttons on your braille display. Additionally, prior to JAWS 9.0, you had no way to see some editing attributes in the message edit window. For example, you had no way to see if text was a heading or even if it was a table when in Forms mode. With our new support for Web-based rich edit controls, you can add attributes to your messages such as bold, italic, and underline by using standard JAWS commands in this editor. Commands for similar Web-based editors may be different. At this time JAWS does not speak the status of these controls when they are activated, but you can use the command to get font information to see the attributes. It is also possible to see formatting such as list items
Re: [JAWS-Users] New Update to JAWS Beta has been release.Buildisnow9.0.399
You must have the 9.0 beta installed to get the new update for this beta. Eric -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:41 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] New Update to JAWS Beta has been release.Buildisnow9.0.399 Hi I just did a check for new updates with my JAWS 8.2 and did not find any updates. Is this because JAWS 9 is a beta version? God bless, Mark God loves you! My ham radio lists. http://lists.topica.com/lists/funhamradio. http://groups.google.com/group/funhamradio-list My personal website http://funhamradio.bloki.com MSS and MSP scripting list http://groups.google.com:80/group/msscripting?hl=en - Original Message - From: Jeffrey Shockley [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 2:36 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] New Update to JAWS Beta has been release. Buildisnow9.0.399 Hi, It can be gotten the same way you usually update JAWS. I just checked for updates using the check for updates option in the help menu, and it was there and I'm running JAWS 9.0.353 beta because I haven't updated yet. HTH, Jeffrey Check out my blog! The URL is http://jeffreyshockley.livejournal.com You learn something new every day! You can do anything if you put your mind to it! is not what we see that determines who we are. It is how we choose to see it. --Doomed Dragon -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Rick Harmon Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 5:29 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] New Update to JAWS Beta has been release. Build isnow9.0.399 Hmmm. Well where is this update? Have check with the jaws update and nothing. Rick Harmon -- Visit my webpage and podcast feed at: http://www.blind-geek-zone.net and my web Blog at: http://blind-geek-zone.blogspot.com/ Join the BGZ mailing list by sending a blank email message to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] and put subscribe in the subject line. Contact info: Email - [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Skype - rharmon928 MSN - [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Eric Damery [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, October 18, 2007 4:33 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] New Update to JAWS Beta has been release. Build is now9.0.399 All, Below are the details of the changes between build 353 and 399. Thanks again to all the reports. We are making great progress and the details reports being filed is making a big difference. Regards, Eric Damery HTML Composition Support JAWS 9.0 introduces new support for editing in HTML composition environments, such as online text editors, Outlook Express, and Outlook 2003 (Outlook 2007 uses Microsoft Word), editing in Forms mode (input type=text, textarea, elements with contenteditable=TRUE etc), and editing in Adobe Flash edit fields. This new support provides 100 percent accuracy when reading text; the ability to use sound schemes to differentiate font, attribute, and color; the ability to automatically switch languages when the language of the text is correctly marked up; and the ability to hear information when the text is marked up as a heading, link, list, table, and so on. For example, when composing a new HTML message in Outlook Express or Outlook 2003, you can now select text and format it as a heading (level 1 through 6), and JAWS will announce that this text is a heading when reading back the composed message. When using online editors, such as the sample at http://www.rnib.org.uk/edtest/editor.htm, if you go into Forms mode in the editable area, you can now use the ARROW keys to enter the table and use table navigation keystrokes to navigate the table and hear row or column changes and row or column headings. (Note that you will have to press the RIGHT ARROW once and then the DOWN ARROW to navigate past the link in this editor.) You can also hear where headings are and the text which belongs to a bulleted or auto numbered list. Gmail Support Improvements Screen reader users currently get a message on the Gmail page that says, If you are using a screen reader, you may wish to switch to basic HTML for a better experience. While you will still receive this message when running JAWS 9.0, it is no longer necessary to follow those instructions as JAWS works with the standard Gmail interface, which offers many enhancements over their basic HTML page. In JAWS versions prior to 9.0, it was necessary to switch Gmail to its basic HTML interface or use the JAWS cursor to click the objects on the page that were not standard links. These include Inbox, Sent, Compose Mail, Trash, Create a Filter, and so on. With our new support for Gmail, these items show up in the links list. You can also use the ARROW keys to move to these items
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS not Reading Books saved in Word Format
Mike, What version of Word? What version of JAWS exactly? 8.0.2173 I hope? This might be a perfect time to try out JAWS 9 to be honest. I tried to call you but they said you were in Springfield today. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mike Williamson Sent: Friday, October 19, 2007 3:29 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS not Reading Books saved in Word Format I am using JAWS 8 and attempting to read coursework which is saved on disk in Word format. Occasionally I'm having trouble with JAWS not reading the material that is on the disk. Could this be a Word format issue or something else. He consistently says blank, blank, blank, when I'm going through the document. Sorry to be so vague but I'm not sure how to proceed with this problem. Any information would be a step in the right direction. Mike Williamson Technology Specialist TCRC Sight Center 309.698-4001 [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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] a problem with the mirror driver on Vista
Scott, You should contact support and go over this with them. I'm certain they can help resolve it. Regards, Eric From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Scott Berry Sent: Thu 10/18/2007 9:40 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] a problem with the mirror driver on Vista Hi Eric and all, I notice when I go in to the Uak on Win Vista that it seems that the mirror driver does not want to function correctly. I have not had a chance to check it since the new version. But what seems to happen is Jaws says: The mirror driver is not functioning correctly and then I hit okay. It then takes me in to the Uak and allows me to hit continue. Also I am new to Vista. 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Problem with outlook express! ( Please Help).
Mamta, There have been updates to that version of JAWS 8 that you have installed. I suggest that you go to the JAWS window and open the Help Menu. In that menu, press enter on the item Check for Updates. It should find the update (build 2173) and install it for you automatically. If you are still having the problem, a call to the Freedom Scientifc support should be able to sort it out. Regards, Eric From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Mamta Sent: Sat 10/20/2007 8:20 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Problem with outlook express! ( Please Help). Hello Every one! I just have installed jaws 8.0.423 on my desktop computer! This is the only version currently installed! The problem which I am currently facing is that When I compose a new mail In the write message edit feald! While typing if a mistake is made and I do a back space! insted of speaking the carrector, its speaks as space space. so in short it does not speak the carrector! well how to solve this problem! I have already un installed and re installed jaws! and the problem is still the same! Please do help me! Many thanks regards Mamta. Send instant messages to your online friends http://in.messenger.yahoo.com 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] One question.
The following technical support notice (TSN) is found on the Freedom Scientific Support pages. It contains quite a few suggestions to consider when looking to change the feedback about On Mouse Over. Regards, Eric http://www.freedomscientific.com/fs_support/BulletinView.cfm?QC=616 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Chris Hallsworth Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 10:53 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] One question. 1. Open Configuration Manager with insert 6. 2. Press alt s, followed by h. The HTML options dialogue box appears. 3. Shift control tab once to move to the misc page, and look for a check box that talks about element attributes. Uncheck that box with space, and press enter. 4. Press either control s or alt F4 and answer yes at the prompt to save your changes. Hope that helps. Chris Hallsworth BrailleNote mPower user Website: www.chrishallsworth.co.nr - Original Message - From: Priscilla Nadzeika [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 3:39 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] One question. I am using Jaws 8.0.2173 with Windows Vista business edition and I would like to get rid of the mouse over stuff that keeps repeating when on the Internet. I've tried everything I could think of, but I can't seem to stop hearing that mouse over stuff. Thanks for your help, and I promise not to bother you with trivial stuff. Sincerely, Priscilla 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Setting Up Laptop For Jaws
Mark, I would not recommend setting Vista back to Windows Classic. I would suggest you listen to the MP3 done by Dan Clark on the Training Page at Freedom Scientific called JAWS and Magic with Windows Vista. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of Joseph Lee Sent: Sun 10/28/2007 12:35 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Setting Up Laptop For Jaws Hi there, To setup Vista with JAWS: Go to Start, Control Panel, then go to Personalization. Then go to the following dialogs and change the values in there: * Color and appearance: Windows Classic * Theme: Windows Classic * Display: 1024 times 768 pixels Cheers, Joseph - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Date: Sun, 28 Oct 2007 07:54:31 -0700 Subject: [JAWS-Users] Setting Up Laptop For Jaws Hi I have been learning how to use the JAWS laptop keyboard lay out for my new laptop, as well as, learning windows vista. It accurse to me that under previous versions of windows that we had to change several settings back to classic windows settings. I am not sure if this is necessary with vista or even if it is desirable with vista. I have the next week off from college so I will have some time to work on any adjustments that need to be made. Any advice is appreciated. O I am also using JAWS 8 and one of the Vista home additions. God bless, Mark God loves you! My ham radio lists. http://lists.topica.com/lists/funhamradio. http://groups.google.com/group/funhamradio-list My personal website http://funhamradio.bloki.com MSS and MSP scripting list http://groups.google.com:80/group/msscripting?hl=en 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws 9 reading English as foreign language
Chris, The Language Detection option should be there in JAWS 9 just as Artur pointed out. It is under reading options. I find it buy pressing INSERT V (While focused on Microsoft Word 2007 or 2003) and then I type l a n quickly and land on the item. Regards, Eric Damery -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Christopher Bell Sent: Monday, October 29, 2007 7:17 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws 9 reading English as foreign language Artur, I don't see language detection in Jaws 9 verbosity's list. Chris -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Artur Räpp Sent: Sunday, October 28, 2007 1:05 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws 9 reading English as foreign language Hi, in JAWS 9.0 is language detection on for word documents too. to change this settings: 1. open word 2. press JAWS key + v - open JAWS verbosity list (adjust JAWS options) 3. press end key (move to end of list) 4. press up arrow 6 times 5. on choice Language Detect Change - On press space bar. 6. press enter. HTH Artur - Original Message - From: Christopher Bell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Sunday, October 28, 2007 5:42 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Jaws 9 reading English as foreign language Hi. I recently downloaded a manual for Mobile Speaks screen reader software for a Nokia cell phone. The manual was in English. However, Jaws read it out loud as if it was in another language with a line or tow of English interspersed. I tried reading the same document in Jaws 8.0 and Jaws read it correctly. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? Has anyone else had this same experience? Thanks. Chris Bell 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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] 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 unsubscribe from this group, send an email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For help from Mailman with your account Put the word help in the subject or body of a blank message 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]
Re: [JAWS-Users] Problems Installing JAWS 11 Beta
Michael, It sounds like there might be a corrupt download of the file but I'm not certain. If you would, it could be useful if you run the installer again with logging turned on so we can get a look at the log to determine what is happening. To do this, here are the steps: 1. Save the file you downloaded to an empty sub folder. 2. Now, from the Run Dialog, type in the path to that file along with the file name followed by a space and then: /log So, it might look like: c:\tempfolder\j11.0.340-32bit.exe /log Note that if this is 64 bit, the file name should be different. 3. After trying to install, the log of the install will be in the same folder. Submit that to our Test department. If you zip it and email it to me directly, I'll pass it to them. Regards, Eric Damery edam...@freedomscientific.com -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Michael Hansen Sent: Tuesday, September 01, 2009 2:38 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Problems Installing JAWS 11 Beta Hi everyone, When trying to install the JAWS 11 public beta, I get the following error: There is a problem with this Windows Installer package. A program required for this install to complete could not be run. Contact your support personnel or package vendor. What does this mean? I have tried uninstalling and reinstalling JAWS 10 and it installs normally. I am having some other system problems, however; I cannot check for updates, and IE 8 has problems installing. This after installing Vista SP 2. Might this be a related problem, or is this a JAWS problem? Thanks, Michael For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 Public Beta Update posted September 8th
All, We have just gone live with the first update to the public beta version of JAWS 11. You can get this update two ways. 1. Use your check for update feature in the Help Menu of JAWS 11 Public Beta version. 2. Go to the Download link for JAWS 11.0..536 and download the full build to your machine and install it. Note, you can install it right over top of the first one or you can install it on a machine without having ever installed the first public beta. Makes no difference. The full list of enhancements will be posted to the What's New page on September 9th. Below is the changes to the Research It feature which we hope you will all look at and try out with the new build. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific Research It Note: For a demonstration of Research It, listen to the August 2009 FSCast. Features such as Web Slices in Internet Explorer 8 and gadgets saved in your Windows Sidebar are intended to make it easy for you to quickly obtain information. This material is presented in a format that is quick to scan visually. However, when using assistive technology tools, there is often extra information presented that is easier to ignore visually than when listening or reading with braille. Research It is a new feature that provides quick access to information while also making it easy to return to your primary task. Use just a few keystrokes to look up information and display salient data in the Virtual Viewer. When you have finished researching, press another keystroke to return to the task you were performing before the research started. All that is required to use Research It is an Internet connection. There are multiple ways to launch and use Research It. By default, Wiktionary is the primary look up source. This means that while the cursor is on a word in a document or Web page, you can press the default keystroke, INSERT+WINDOWS Key+R, to quickly lookup the Wiktionary description for that word. You can always change the primary lookup source at any time using the JAWS Configuration Manager, which lets you select which lookup source to use as the JAWS default or as the default for individual applications. As you become more familiar with Research It, and as more lookup modules are created and made available to you, you will want to change the default look up source used by JAWS, or just use a different look up source on the fly. The most efficient way to search for a term is to use the new layered keystroke, INSERT+SPACEBAR, R. By pressing and releasing INSERT+SPACEBAR, and then pressing R, you can open the Research It edit field to type a word or expression of interest. This can be a zip code, or city and state, or city and country that can be used with the Weather look up tool to read a forecast, or a date that is used to view baseball or football schedules and scores, or a word to use with the Wikipedia search query to view its meaning or description. After viewing these results, press ESC to close the Virtual Viewer window and return to your original focus point. If you are a software developer or script developer, you can create and customize your own lookup module DLL and tailor it to your organization's needs. For example, if your company specializes in medical equipment, you can create a lookup source that is essentially a glossary of medical and industry terms. A developer's guide that outlines formatting for rule sets and debugging techniques is available at Research It Developer's Guide. The next section provides examples of how to use Research It. If you need more information, refer to the Research It topic in the JAWS help file. Research It Examples The following shows how you can use the Weather, Wikipedia, NFL Scores, and Reuters Top News Stories search options in Research It to look up specific information. Use the Weather lookup source to receive the current weather forecast for any location based on city name, airport code, or zip code. The following example uses the INSERT+SPACEBAR, R keystroke. Press INSERT+SPACEBAR, R to open the Research It edit field. In the edit field, type your current location, for example, St. Petersburg, Florida, or your local airport code, for example, TPA, or your local zip code, for example, 33771, and then press ENTER. The Research It dialog box opens with a list of available resource items. The primary search item always appears first in the list. Use the UP and DOWN ARROWS or first letter navigation to select Weather and then press ENTER. After a few seconds, the Virtual Viewer window opens and displays the weather forecast for the entered location. After reading the information, press ESC to close the Virtual Viewer. You can use Wikipedia to quickly research an item. The following example uses the INSERT+CTRL+WINDOWS Key+R keystroke. Press INSERT+CTRL+WINDOWS Key+R to open the Research It edit field. In the edit field, type the term that you want to look up, for example, Freedom Scientific, and press ENTER. The Research
[JAWS-Users] List of Enhancements/Fixes in Public Beta 2 is posted
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Re: [JAWS-Users] issue with research it.
If you want to look up weather, do the following: INSERT + Space Bar, then press the letter R. You will be in an edit field. Here you can type in your city, state. You can also enter a zip code, airport code, or City Country. Once you press enter, you will land in the list of Research it options. Choose the Weather and press enter. You should get the weather back for all of these. Hope this helps, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Andrew Head Sent: Saturday, September 12, 2009 5:55 AM To: Jaws users list Subject: [JAWS-Users] issue with research it. Hi all, I am going to report this bug in jaws, but thoughbt I'd mention it here in case someone else has experienced this and may be able to help me out. I saw in the latest update to jaws 11 the weather thing is there. I tried to look at it, but I got a strange message: weather underground searched for jaws and got no results. I was focused on the jaws window before I pressed insert f2 to select the research it option from the manager. I went back to the desktop and found my documents was selected. I tried looking at the top news stories this time, however, I got this message: reuters news stories searched for my and got no results. Is this happening because I still have the wiktionary as my default item to research in? also, when ever I try going to wikipedia via research it, I land on a page about myspace. If anyone can give me any answers as to if you've had similar issues etc, they are appreciated. from Andrew For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 Public beta 3 posted
JAWS Public Beta 3 was posted late in the day yesterday, October 6th. The details and full list of Enhancements can be found at: http://www.freedomscientific.com/downloads/jaws/JAWS-public-beta.asp If you have one of the previous Public Beta versions already installed, you can use the check for updates feature in the Help Menu to get this build. Alternatively, you can download the full build from the Freedom Scientific page above or the download page for JAWS and install it directly. It does not require that the earlier versions were installed. If they were, you can just install this one right over top. As with the previous two versions of JAWS 11 Public Beta, it will work fully functional provided you have JAWS 10 or higher authorization installed. Otherwise, it work as an evaluation copy requiring a reboot every 40 minutes. We thank everyone that participated in the Beta process. There were hundreds of reports which have lead to a very solid version of JAWS. We are in the final days of adjustments now and on track for an October 21st final release. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific, Inc From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com on behalf of Becky B Sent: Tue 10/6/2009 8:55 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 beta Hi all. I'm surprised there hasn't been another update of the beta. I certainly hope they're working on the focus issue. Becky For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 Public beta 3 posted
And for those using iTunes 9, you should find a significant improvement as well. There are a great deal of changes since Public Beta 2 so please review the section under the Level 2 Heading: Enhancements in JAWS 11.0.611 (October 2009) found on the page: http://www.freedomscientific.com/downloads/jaws/JAWS-public-beta.asp Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Michael Hansen Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 6:08 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 Public beta 3 posted I'm noticing a lot less blank lines being read in Internet Explorer than in previous versions of JAWS--for example, at the top of the Google website there is usually a blank line between the title and the contents...is this supposed to be this way? - Original Message - From: Eric Damery edam...@freedomscientific.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 5:31 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 Public beta 3 posted JAWS Public Beta 3 was posted late in the day yesterday, October 6th. The details and full list of Enhancements can be found at: http://www.freedomscientific.com/downloads/jaws/JAWS-public-beta.asp If you have one of the previous Public Beta versions already installed, you can use the check for updates feature in the Help Menu to get this build. Alternatively, you can download the full build from the Freedom Scientific page above or the download page for JAWS and install it directly. It does not require that the earlier versions were installed. If they were, you can just install this one right over top. As with the previous two versions of JAWS 11 Public Beta, it will work fully functional provided you have JAWS 10 or higher authorization installed. Otherwise, it work as an evaluation copy requiring a reboot every 40 minutes. We thank everyone that participated in the Beta process. There were hundreds of reports which have lead to a very solid version of JAWS. We are in the final days of adjustments now and on track for an October 21st final release. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific, Inc From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com on behalf of Becky B Sent: Tue 10/6/2009 8:55 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 beta Hi all. I'm surprised there hasn't been another update of the beta. I certainly hope they're working on the focus issue. Becky For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 security update
Hi List, Just to clarify, if you have downloaded and installed the JAWS 11 prior to October 23rd at 2:30 PM EST, then you can check for updates in the Help Menu now, and you can get this update in that fashion. If you're not sure you need it, you can just verify the version of JAWS you have installed now in the about box, from the Help menu also. The current relase with the security update included, is 11.0.734 which is also the only version available on the Download page now. So, if you install from the web today for the first time, you are all set. Also, I wanted to let you all know that the DVD that is going to be shipping has been delayed a few days to make certain it contains this newer build which contains the Security update. The SMA shipments will start to go out by Thursday, October 29 once they clear our testing lab and complete the production process. So anyone who is installing from the DVD on 32 bit or 64 bit Windows should continue to check for updates as always, but I wanted to be clear that the security update is already included on your DVD. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com on behalf of Becky B Sent: Sat 10/24/2009 9:37 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 security update If you go to the Help menu of JAWS and hit enter, you then down-arrow to, Check for Updates and hit enter. You then hit the spacebar on the item which will probably be at the top and says security update for JAWS 11.0.734. After you check it, you have to tab over to ok and hit the spacebar. It will then start to download update with the clicking sound. You will have two more OK buttons, the last one being to restart your computer. Becky - Original Message - From: Stewart A Overbey, Jr. saover...@att.net To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, October 23, 2009 9:37 PM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 security update Clicked on the link, but found no security update download. Stewart A Overbey, Jr. Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless His holy name. Source of Light Ministries INTL. http://www.sourcelight.org Windows Live Messenger: saover...@live.com cell: (706) 474-1336 - Original Message - From: Chris Hallsworth christopher...@googlemail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, October 23, 2009 3:28 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 security update - Original Message - From: Bruce Toews br...@ogts.net To: j...@freelists.org Sent: Friday, October 23, 2009 7:30 PM Subject: JAWS 11 Security Update Now Available Just to let everyone know, there is now a security update available for JAWS 11. Get it from http://freedomscientific.com/downloads/jaws/jaws-downloads.asp ** To leave the list, click on the immediately-following link:- ** [mailto:jaws-uk-requ...@freelists.org?subject=unsubscribe] ** If this link doesn't work then send a message to: ** jaws-uk-requ...@freelists.org ** and in the Subject line type ** unsubscribe ** For other list commands such as vacation mode, click on the ** immediately-following link:- ** [mailto:jaws-uk-requ...@freelists.org?subject=faq] ** or send a message, to ** jaws-uk-requ...@freelists.org with the Subject:- faq -- Chris Hallsworth E-mail: christopher...@googlemail.com MSN: ch9...@hotmail.com Yahoo! Messenger: christopher...@yahoo.com Skype: chrishallsworth7266 Klango: chrishallsworth For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] RE Keyboard layout and authorization question
Hello; You can Change your Keyboard layout by Choosing the following: open the option's menu; alt plus O. press enter on basics. Move to the Keyboard layout combo box; the letter L is your navigation quick key at this point; navigate up; down; left or write arrow to select your preference. press enter to save your Configuration's and close the Keyboard layout Combo box. also; your JAWS CD shall include the extra Tutorial of Laptop keystroke's with JAWS ® as an your FS Reader as well either to be installed or perhaps Currently is not being install and that's will indicate if you hear the star asterisk at the end of the file name. and my question for you folks; Basicly I' might get perform my windows recovery for fixation objectives; can I' use the similar authorization to retrieve my license; since it's not another machine; so I' won't breakout my box or to get from my lifted keys that has to less count them on the same machine!!; any suggestion's or recommend's, that's tremendously would be appreciation!!. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Research Function In JAWS 11
All, We are intending an update for JAWS 11 before the end of the month and it will include many new Research It items such as: BookShare.org Book Search Amazon product search Stock Quotes Web MD People Search for the White Pages Time check for any city in the world Area Code look up UPS Tracking Number Please watch for a new build with these in the coming days. Regards, Eric Damery -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Donnie Parrett Sent: Friday, November 20, 2009 7:33 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Research Function In JAWS 11 Holger, Thank you so much for this info. This little animal is wonderful. ~ Please join us on Skype Monday thru Friday at 8:00 EST for our Morning Skype Prayer Time. Also, follow my tweets on Twitter @ http://twitter.com/Donnie1261 Contact Me At: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, Kentucky 40402 Home Phone: 606-364-3321 Church Phone: 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: deparr...@prtcnet.org -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com]on Behalf Of Holger Fiallo Sent: Friday, November 20, 2009 2:42 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Research Function In JAWS 11 go to freedomscientific. and read what is new about jaws 11 if no do insert and press space bar and r you can write your zip code press enter and them use up arrow to get to weather. Kind Regard Holger Fiallo - Original Message - From: Donnie Parrett deparr...@prtcnet.org To: JAWS-Users jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, November 19, 2009 10:53 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Research Function In JAWS 11 Could someone please give me a little info and instructions on how to use the Research function in JAWS 11. I do not have the training materials and do not know how to launch the program or even use it. It definitely sounds like something I would be interested in though. Thanks, Donnie ~ Please join us on Skype Monday thru Friday at 8:00 EST for our Morning Skype Prayer Time. Also, follow my tweets on Twitter @ http://twitter.com/Donnie1261 Contact Me At: Donnie Parrett 1956 Asa Flat Road Annville, Kentucky 40402 Home Phone: 606-364-3321 Church Phone: 606-364-PRAY Skype Name: Donnie1261 Email: deparr...@prtcnet.org For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] JAWS 11 Update Posted 11-24-09
Hello all, We have released the update this afternoon. You should be able to locate it now if you use Check for Updates. Here is what it includes: Enhancements in JAWS 11.0.746 (November 2009) The following is a list of items addressed or added between the final JAWS 11.0.734 release and the JAWS 11.0.746 posting. All enhancements since the initial public beta release are included in this release. * This release resolves an issue with new Windows 7 installations where JAWS would request that you install the mirror driver after using applications such as iTunes 9.0.2 or Roxio Creator 2010. This has now been resolved for JAWS 11. If you experience this issue with JAWS 10 or MAGic 11 with Windows 7, download the 64- or 32-bit Video Intercept http://www.freedomscientific.com/downloads/jaws/JAWS-whats-new.asp#Vide oIntercept as described earlier on this page. The following lookup sources have been added to the JAWS Research It feature. Remember that you can quickly access lookup sources using the INSERT+SPACEBAR, R keystroke. * Amazon Product Search: Displays search results from Amazon.com(r) for the word or item entered in the edit field. Results appear as links followed by price and shipping information. * Bookshare(tm) Book Search: Displays search results from Bookshare.org based on an author's name, a book's ISBN number, or words found in a book title or book description. If a match is found, the result appears as a link containing the author, title, and copyright date. * Health Search on WebMD: Provides search results from the Web site WebMD(r) for the words entered in the lookup edit field or located at the current cursor position in a document or Web page. If a match is found, results appear as links followed by a brief synopsis. * Stock Quotes: Displays current and up to 52-week historical financial information for the stock symbol entered in the edit field or selected from a document, spreadsheet, or Web page. * Time Search: Displays the current time and time zone for any location typed into the edit field. Note: Be specific when entering a location since one name may represent multiple cities. For example, if you only type London into the edit field, you will receive time results for London, England, U.K., London, Ontario, Canada, and London, Arkansas, U.S.A. * UPS Tracking: Returns progress and delivery status information for a valid UPS(tm) tracking number. * People Search: Allows you to search for individuals using their first and last name, street name (optional), and location. Use semicolons to separate search terms, for example, John Smith; Main Street; St. Petersburg, Florida. Always use a comma to separate the city and state or province location. Note: Currently, the results that appear in the Virtual Viewer are limited to the first 10 items provided by the Web site 411.com. This site only displays 10 items per page. If the individual does not appear in your initial search results, try refining your search input by including a street name. Regards, Eric Damery Vice President, Software Product Management Freedom Scientific Inc. 11800 31st Court North St. Petersburg, FL 33716-1805 Phone: 727-299-6110 Fax: 727-803-8001 edam...@freedomscientific.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] research it
For those struggling with keystroke, remember that you need to do this different than other key combinations. Hold down the JAWSKey and press SpaceBar. Then release the JAWSKey. Now press R and you should be in the Edit field to use Research It. Hope this helps. Happy Thanksgiving, Eric From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com on behalf of Baracco, Andrew W Sent: Wed 11/25/2009 4:12 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] research it I understand that this replicates the gadgets that sighted users hang off of their Vista desktop. Andy -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Leonard Morris Sent: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 12:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] research it After playing around with it a while I too use the solution of insert first then spaceBar r. The feature is a lot of fun. Curious do sighted PC users have anything similar available to them? - Original Message - From: Flor Lynch florl...@iol.ie To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, November 26, 2009 4:38 AM Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] research it You could press and hold down the insert key with the right hand, then with the left hand press spacebar +r. - Original Message - From: Leonard Morris lmorris1...@gmail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 6:24 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] research it Research is great. However, the key press combination to launch it (inser spaceBar r) is tricky for me. Seems you have to press it exactly right or you will get either Jaws restriction message, or nothing at all. I have not mastered a solution where it works correctly when pressed every time. Also I wanted to get the NFL scores for a specific week so I typed the phrase for example week 9or week 10 but NFL scores seems to always bring up the upcoming schedule for the current week. Has anybody else experienced issues like this using research it? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Major problem with Tandem Centre
Please write me or FS Tech support off list and tell me your serial number or the serial number of the user you are connecting to. I pretty certain that one of you do not have a proper JAWS license installed. Regards, Eric Damery -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Chris Hallsworth Sent: Saturday, December 05, 2009 10:04 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Major problem with Tandem Centre Hello all, I'm surprised no one has told us this yet, however since Tuesday I have noticed that I can log onto somebody else's machine fine, but after about 60 seconds it logs itself off. Does FS know about this? Also have any of you had this trouble? Going to ring my dealer Monday for something else but will also make them aware. Thanks. Chris. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Major problem with Tandem Centre
The way it works, is that whoever is the Controller (Get Access to a Computer), must be a properly authorized license and you must be using a version that is as high or higher than the version of JAWS being used on the Target machine (Allow Access to my Computer). So if you are using version 10, you could not be the Controller in a Tandem session with a user who is running JAWS 11. The Target user can be using a proper license or in this case, could also be running in 40 Minute Demo mode. The Tandem session will expire when the 40 minutes expires of course. The Controller machine may not be a 40 Minute Demo. In the case described as a major problem by the user on the list, there is something else going on which we will be happy to discuss with him when he contacts us. There really is not a problem at all. Kind regards, Eric From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com on behalf of Hannah Day Sent: Sat 12/5/2009 11:20 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Major problem with Tandem Centre Ar ok well one of them is a demo how do you know eric? Chat soon hannah -- Hannah Day E-mail: hannahday2...@googlemail.com MSN: hannahday1...@hotmail.co.uk Skype: hannahday -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Eric Damery Sent: 05 December 2009 15:48 To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Cc: Bryan Carver Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Major problem with Tandem Centre Please write me or FS Tech support off list and tell me your serial number or the serial number of the user you are connecting to. I pretty certain that one of you do not have a proper JAWS license installed. Regards, Eric Damery -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Chris Hallsworth Sent: Saturday, December 05, 2009 10:04 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Major problem with Tandem Centre Hello all, I'm surprised no one has told us this yet, however since Tuesday I have noticed that I can log onto somebody else's machine fine, but after about 60 seconds it logs itself off. Does FS know about this? Also have any of you had this trouble? Going to ring my dealer Monday for something else but will also make them aware. Thanks. Chris. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] research it
Jonathan has a couple of news ones he was testing I suspect. We are working on another update for JAWS 11 that I hope to have posted on December 21st. It will include new Research It Look ups including, Business Search (like People Search but business types or names in your area), Area Code check for the US and Canada, Currency Converter, Sports Team look up (you'll be able to get the latest score and next scheduled game for your favorite pro or college sports team), and Fed-X package tracking. Please watch the web for more details. Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of RJ Sent: Monday, December 07, 2009 5:02 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] research it Only 13 here. - Original Message - From: David Ferrin d...@jaws-users.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, December 07, 2009 14:52 Subject: [JAWS-Users] research it After the last update I now have 13 items but when I listened to Jonathon Mosen yesterday on the latest pod cast it seemed to me that his system had 15 items. Can anybody confirm that? David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com VIP Conduit Tech Support www.vipconduit.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] jaws 12 update
FS Cast should post later today, and if all goes well with the final testing, we will have the Public Beta posted before the weekend. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Howard Sent: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 1:45 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] jaws 12 update hi dave: has there been any update on eric's skype blurb about jaws 12? have been watching the FScast page and nothing so far. seems rather late this time. wonder if it has been pushed back for some reason. thanks. howard wolcott For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] area code lookup
This web page changed on us and it looks like Area Code look up could be history, unless we find a new place to get it. It is still being looked at David. Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Ferrin Sent: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 11:19 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] area code lookup Today was the first time I ever tried it out but for me it doesn't seem to work. Does it work for anybody else out there? David Ferrin www.jaws-users.com Life is what happens after you have already made other plans. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] IE 8 and jaws 11 start up
Have you updated JAWS 11 to the latest build of 11.0.1467? If not, you can get it at: http://www.freedomscientific.com/downloads/jaws/jaws-downloads.asp If it is still happening, it would be good if you could contact our Support and they will give you some instructions to submit a Dump of JAWS at the time of the crash of IE so we can help analyze what might be happening. If you have a place where this happens regularly , that would be most helpful. Also, please watch for the JAWS 12 Public Beta which should be posted around noon time today. It would be more helpful for you to also verify if it is still happening even with JAWS 12 when you can get it installed. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Dale Leavens Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2010 8:36 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] IE 8 and jaws 11 start up Is anyone else having trouble with IE8 crashing frequently on Web pages? Very frequently I get a message that Internet Explorer has encountered an error on the Web page and will be shut down or that there is trouble with the page and it will be shut down. It will try to recover and sometimes it does but more frequently JAWS locks up and there isn't anything to solve it but to press the power button and restart the computer. I wonder if it is something to do with those security settings or something like that although I have no good reason beyond suspicion for that. Can I be the only one with this problem? Thanks. Dale leavens. - Original Message - From: Lenny McHugh lmch...@verizon.net To: JFW List jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2010 7:08 AM Subject: [JAWS-Users] IE 8 and jaws 11 start up With IE 8 you can set multiple pages to start up. In the options menu you place an address on separate lines. With the latest jaws 11 I can not read the lines. everything is run together and can only read first and last address. This is on a win 7 machine any suggestions? --- Please visit my home page, it is motivational, educational, inspirational with a touch of humor. There is also a very extensive resource list for the blind. http://www.LennyMcHugh.com For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] JAWS 12 public beta release notes available
Greetings all, We will be getting the public beta posted today around noon time. Below is a link to the page with the release notes to get you started. This page will be updated soon with the links to the downloads. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific, Inc. http://www.freedomscientific.com/downloads/jaws/JAWS-public-beta.asp For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] How is JAWS 12 Public Beta working out for users?
Hello List, I'm curious to hear feedback on JAWS 12 so far from those of you who have installed it. Regards, Eric For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] How is JAWS 12 Public Beta working out for users?
Hi Jim, We have moved away from the traditional Config Manager and put these into the Settings Center. Read the description below and experiment with the settings center using the new search option to find these items. I think you'll get the hang of it. Regards, Eric Settings Center JAWS Settings Center is a new feature that allows you to quickly configure and globally apply JAWS settings, or configure and apply settings for a specific application. It consolidates all options into one convenient dialog box. It includes a Search edit box, which provides an extremely fast way to find and edit JAWS functionality. Settings Center continues to use JCF files and is a direct replacement for Configuration Manager. Settings Center consists of six primary areas described below. Press TAB or SHIFT+TAB to move through different parts of the dialog box. * Application combo box: Select an application from the list to modify its settings for use with JAWS. To retrieve the JAWS default settings, press CTRL+SHIFT+D. To retrieve application settings, press SHIFT+TAB to move focus to the Application combo box. Next, select the application from the combo box, and then press TAB to move focus back to the tree view pane. * Search edit box: Press CTRL+E to move focus to the Search box. Type a search word or phrase in the edit box to reduce the number of items that appear in the tree view list. Press DOWN ARROW to move to search results, and then press ENTER to move focus directly to that item in the tree view. * Settings tree view pane: Use the tree view pane to select and change settings for the selected application. To retrieve the JAWS default settings, press CTRL+SHIFT+D. To retrieve application settings, press SHIFT+TAB twice to move focus to the Application combo box. Next, select the application from the combo box, and then press TAB to move focus back to the tree view pane. For a brief description of the item selected in the tree view, press TAB to move focus to the read-only edit box. Use the Say Line or Say All commands to read the help message. To vertically scroll through the tree view, use the UP and DOWN ARROW keys, PAGE UP and PAGE DOWN keys, or first letter navigation. Use the LEFT and RIGHT ARROW keys to expand or collapse tree view groups. Use the SPACEBAR to move through and change settings for each option. * Configuration display pane: As you move through the tree view, a sighted user can simultaneously track cursor movement using the configuration display pane. Press F6 to switch between the tree view and this pane. This is necessary when typing in an edit or edit spin box. * Help message pane: Displays context-sensitive help for the item currently selected in the tree view. Use the Say Line or Say All commands to read the help message. * Apply, OK, and Cancel: Use Apply to make changes. Use OK to save changes and close Settings Center. Use Cancel to close Settings Center without saving changes. To use Settings Center, do the following: 1. Press INSERT+F2, and select Settings Center. Settings appear for the application that has focus. The cursor is in the Search edit box. 2. If you know the setting that you want to change, type a term for it in the edit box. For example, type the word braille without the quotes for a filtered list of braille settings. Next, press DOWN ARROW to move to the filtered results in the tree view. Note: To load the default JAWS settings, press CTRL+SHIFT+D, and then search for the setting as previously described. To select a different application, press SHIFT+TAB to move to the Application edit box. Use ARROW Keys or first letter navigation to select the application, and then press CTRL+E to search for the setting as previously described. 3. Press SPACEBAR to select check boxes, radio buttons, or other buttons, and press F6 to switch between an edit box and the tree view to change settings. 4. Choose Apply to apply changes and remain in Settings Center, OK to save changes and exit Settings Center, or Cancel to close Settings Center without saving changes. The new settings are saved to the appropriate JCF file. From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com on behalf of Jim Rawls Sent: Thu 9/2/2010 8:26 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] How is JAWS 12 Public Beta working out for users? Erick, I have had some trouble with forms mode. I want it off, and I have had trouble getting it that way. also, I want to uncheck blocked quotes. Where is that? I couldn't find it. also, I want some translation in numbers. Again, Where is that? Jim For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] How is JAWS 12 Public Beta working out for users?
encountering a page with hundreds either by visiting a blog posting with hundreds of responces or if I'm searching for an item to buy and want all results shown on one page or again, if I'm in Google Reader and press the navigation button to have all my subscriptions appear (I have over 240 rss feeds for example(, JFW will become quite unresponsive and at times crash on me. Many times I almost have to step away from my machine since Jaws wont' even speak if I do an alt+tab to go to another app. This is especially an issue for me as I help my wife with her eBay store and when going into the seller's page, it takes forever for Jaws to talk. That is if I'm in fact lucky and JFW doesn't crash all together. I don't have this problem in IE8. I really started noticing this issue with JFW 11 and still with version 12. 4. I had reported a problem when upgrading from JFW 10 to 11 with all the information in my e-mails through Outlook 2003 (from, subject, date etc) being spoken twice when arrowing up and down the list view. I was able to reproduce this problem with the escalations department (Inquiry Number: 197907), but never got a solution to it. The same problem is present in version 12. I like the way how the configuration manager has been cleaned up and Firefox feels generally crisper than in versions past. Google Voice seems to be a lot cleaner through Mozilla than with IE. Not too easy if at all when trying to make calls through the gmail page itself though. I I appreciate the request for feedback and hope my comments have helped in some way. Thanks, Cris -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Eric Damery Sent: Thursday, September 02, 2010 3:47 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] How is JAWS 12 Public Beta working out for users? Hello List, I'm curious to hear feedback on JAWS 12 so far from those of you who have installed it. Regards, Eric For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ _ ___ Your personal email. Anytime, anywhere. Ridiculously affordable at $19.95. No contracts. http://www.getpeek.com/lavabit.html _ ___ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Question about first version of JAWS
And Ted and I really appreciated the early conversations with you John! Seems like a long time ago. Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of john R. Vaughn Sent: Friday, September 03, 2010 1:40 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Question about first version of JAWS chris, I began with jaws for dos in 1990 and was one of the first 500 users of the exciting JFW for windows in 1995. John -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of chris hallsworth Sent: Friday, September 03, 2010 1:16 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Question about first version of JAWS Hello all. What was the first version of JAWS you ever used? Mine was JFW version 3.2 on a laptop running Windows 95. -- Sent using Thunderbird For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] forms mode in jaws 12 isn't working correctly.
Jim, This works well on my computer. I would like to suggest that you first take the settings out of your User Settings Folder in 12 that were merged in from 11 and see if things work better. If it is still not working as exected, I would wonder if there is not some settings in WLM you have set up which are causing issues. You should be able to reply with CTRL R and just start typing. Eric From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com on behalf of Jim Rawls Sent: Sat 9/4/2010 9:43 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] forms mode in jaws 12 isn't working correctly. Hi All, Whenever I try to reply to someone in WLM, I can't. forms mode won't work. I have it set on manual, because I only want it to work when I want it to work. So, in jaws 11, I had it set to manual. that way, it only worked when I pressed enter. In replying to an email inWLM, I hit control R and would hit enter to get to the edit field so I could reply to the message. That's what I did in jaws 11, but that same approach won't work in jaws 12. I merged settings with jaws 11, but it isn't solving the problem. So when going to the setting center in jaws 12, how do I set the forms mode? I'm running windows 7 jaws 12 on a 64 bit machine. Jim For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] Changes and fixes in update for the JAWS 12 Public Beta posted September 22nd
Greeting all, For those of you who have installed the first public beta of JAWS 12 in early September, you should be alerted of an update when you restart it today. Below, I have included the list of changes we have made and we are continuing work now as we work towards another update in early October. Thanks to all of you who have provided feedback and we look forward to hearing move in the coming weeks. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific New Features added in second Public Beta, JAWS 12.0.451 The following features have been added to the latest JAWS 12 public beta release. Reading HTML Tables The default setting for reading HTML table titles has changed so that JAWS now conforms to industry defined HTML standards by only reading table headers that are properly marked up. You can see this when using the CTRL+ALT+ARROW Keys to move through an HTML table. While the default setting is now set to Only Marked Headers, you can continue to use earlier functionality for reading HTML tables if you are more comfortable with those settings. To change settings, press INSERT+V to open JAWS options, and then press T to move to the Table Titles Announce option. Next, press SPACEBAR to cycle through and select a new setting, and then ENTER to save the change. Remember that you can always use Personalized Settings (INSERT+SHIFT+V) to customize how JAWS reads table column and row headers on any given Web site, without modifying how JAWS reads table headers on other Web sites. For more information about reading HTML tables, visit the Tables section of Freedom Scientific's Surf's Up http://www.freedomscientific.com/../Training/Surfs-Up/Tables.htm . NCAA Football Lookup Source in Research It NCAA Football is a new addition to Research It. Use it to search for the schedules or results of your favorite college football teams. Because of the number of college teams, there are several ways to get search results. One way is to open Research It (INSERT+SPACEBAR, R), type a date using the mm/dd/ date format, and then select NCAA Football. This shows a full list of games scheduled or played during that week. Another is to leave the search field blank and see schedules or results for the current week. The last way is to search for your favorite college teams by typing team names separated by a semicolon. This shows the current week's schedules or results for those schools. For example, type Florida; Texas; California to view results for teams with Florida, Texas, or California in their names. Search results display in the Virtual Viewer as a link so that you can open a Web browser and read a recap of past games or a preview of future games. Press CTRL+DOWN ARROW to move between the dates displayed for the week. Update to NBA Scores and NHL Scores The NBA Scores and NHL Scores lookup sources in Research It have been expanded and now provide links to box scores and game summaries. Each game listed in the Virtual Viewer is now a link. Select any link to launch your Web browser and read a recap and statistics of past games, or a preview of future games. Improvements with Adobe Flash JAWS can now announce buttons and other items that did not work correctly on some Flash Web sites. Examples of Web sites that now function properly are Audible.com and Dominos.ca. Enhancements in JAWS 12.0.451 (September 2010) The following is a list of improvements made between this release and the initial public beta release. JAWS * Resolved a customer reported issue where it was possible to pan out of the virtual buffer while reading with braille in the JAWS help file. * Resolved an issue in the PlaceMarkers dialog box where focus would move from the list of PlaceMarkers to the radio buttons when using access keys to filter the list. * Resolved an issue where JAWS would announce blank when moving through different folder levels of Windows Explorer. This happened on Windows 7 systems. * Resolved an issue with the keystroke assigned to the PC Cursor on the Focus 80 braille display. * Resolved an issue where the braille display would show extra information for items that are not highlighted. * Resolved an issue with the NFL Scores lookup source in Research It where dates were missing for game schedules and results. * Resolved a customer reported issue where ALT+A did not move focus to the Apply button in Settings Center. * Resolved an issue where braille translation settings were not being saved in Settings Center after closing and restarting JAWS. * Resolved an issue where deleted PlaceMarkers would return after restarting JAWS. * Resolved Contracted English Braille errors with the ar, en, ed, and gh signs. * Resolved an issue where Contracted Braille Input was not working correctly in several applications. * Resolved an issue where the Flight Info lookup source did not provide consistent results. * Resolved
Re: [JAWS-Users] open office
IBM added iAccessible2 to Symphony. This is a version of Open Office which is working pretty well with the latest versions of JAWS now. It might be worth looking at for those of you interested in a free alternative to MS Office. http://symphony.lotus.com/software/lotus/symphony/home.nsf/home Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Ishe Chinyoka Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 12:31 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] open office It was supposed to be working with screen readers if you had that Java Access Bridge, but the problem is that it was long dropped from Sun support. Now it's part of Oracle, perhaps new steps to improve accessibility will be taken. Most Java programs seem to have these quirks anyway. Ishe On 10/13/10, wayne smith waynesoundsm...@earthlink.net wrote: I agree-I had the same experience and ordered MS Office 2007 from Amazon. They claim in their documentation that they are trying to be accessible but I think they are not trying very hard or they would have some blind users sending them feedback. Sometimes you get what you pay for. Wayne -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Dujari, Prateek Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 10:44 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] open office No there are parts of openoffice that are inaccessible and these are scattered throughout openoffice. I tried it and then found the inaccessibility and my frustration with it was a deal breaker. Prateek -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kathy Pingstock Sent: Wednesday, October 13, 2010 7:49 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] open office Does JAWS work with the program open office? For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] Tek Talk tonight at 8 PM, we will discuss JAWS 12
Hello all, First, I'm sorry for the topic and announcement but I know many of you are involved with Public Testing of JAWS 12 and think this is a good opportunity for you to get an update. I'm scheduled to be on Tek Talk tonight at 8 PM Eastern time so if you have an opportunity to drop in, I'm sure it will be a good discussion and a chance for some questions. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific Monday October 18th: 8:00 PM EDT: Tek Talk presents Eric Damery, Vice President, Freedom Scientific to discuss JAWS 12. Visit the Pat Price Tek Talk Training Room at: http://conference321.com/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsc9613dc89eb2 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Tek Talk tonight at 8 PM, we will discuss JAWS 12
Hi Becky, It is at the bottom of this message. You need to view the info on this page to get set up. Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Becky B. Sent: Monday, October 18, 2010 7:04 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Tek Talk tonight at 8 PM, we will discuss JAWS 12 Hi Eric. Would you please give the URL for the Tech Talk event. Becky - Original Message - From: Eric Damery edam...@freedomscientific.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Monday, October 18, 2010 6:41 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Tek Talk tonight at 8 PM, we will discuss JAWS 12 Hello all, First, I'm sorry for the topic and announcement but I know many of you are involved with Public Testing of JAWS 12 and think this is a good opportunity for you to get an update. I'm scheduled to be on Tek Talk tonight at 8 PM Eastern time so if you have an opportunity to drop in, I'm sure it will be a good discussion and a chance for some questions. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific Monday October 18th: 8:00 PM EDT: Tek Talk presents Eric Damery, Vice President, Freedom Scientific to discuss JAWS 12. Visit the Pat Price Tek Talk Training Room at: http://conference321.com/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsc9613dc89eb2 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] web address
Monday October 18th: 8:00 PM EDT: Tek Talk presents Eric Damery, Vice President, Freedom Scientific to discuss JAWS 12. Visit the Pat Price Tek Talk Training Room at: http://conference321.com/masteradmin/room.asp?id=rsc9613dc89eb2 -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Holger Fiallo Sent: Monday, October 18, 2010 7:59 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] web address Does anyone knows where the show that Erick mention is going to be? Holger Fiallo Kind Regard For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] How many computers can I used my license?
Lennie, As long as you are the user, this is not a problem. Many users have more than one computer and they install their license on all of them. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Lennie Sent: Monday, October 18, 2010 6:51 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] How many computers can I used my license? Hi, I have Jaws 11 the latest on my desktop and laptop computers. My activation key is set to 3. My question is this. I will be acquiring another desktop computer (don't know much about it except it is running XP) from a friend who doesn't want it anymore. Can I install my license of Jaws on a third computer or will I be using Jaws illegally? Many thanks in advance. Take care. Lennie For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws 11 update
We are also working on an update for JAWS 12 that should be available before the Christmas Holiday and another JAWS 12 update that will out by the end of the first quarter of 2011. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com on behalf of Doris and Chris Sent: Thu 12/2/2010 3:24 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Jaws 11 update Over the years, FS have updated older jaws versions several times, usually with bug fixes or security updates. with all that is sometimes said against FS, this is one thing to their credit. hth Doris At 12:21 PM 12/2/2010, you wrote: Considering that the current version is 12, it's interesting that they are still updating 11. Andy -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Mike Barbara In Arcadia Sent: Thursday, December 02, 2010 5:49 AM To: Jaws-Users List Subject: [JAWS-Users] Jaws 11 update Hi All; Jaws11 has an update available. It is 11.0.1476. Click on the appropriate link below for your operting system. These are the direct download links. For 32 bit systems: ftp://ftp.freedomscientific.com/users/hj/private/WebFiles/JAWS/J11.0.147 6-32bit.exe For 64 bit systems: ftp://ftp.freedomscientific.com/users/hj/private/WebFiles/JAWS/J11.0.147 6-64bit.exe Hope this helps. Take care. Mike For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 12 UPDATE, list of changes
Greetings all, Here is the list of changes. It can also be read at: http://www.freedomscientific.com/downloads/jaws/JAWS12-previous-enhancem ents.asp Enhancements and Improvements in JAWS 12 This page describes all improvements made from the first public beta release to the current JAWS 12 release. Enhancements in JAWS 12.0.522 (December 2010) The following is a list of items addressed or added between the final JAWS 12.0.512 and the JAWS 12.0.522 posting. All enhancements since the initial public beta release are included in this release. JAWS * Resolved an issue where English braille translation options would appear in the German version of JAWS after pressing INSERT+V. * Resolved an issue where the Custom Highlight Manager would open after selecting the Mark Colors in Braille Manager. * Resolved an issue where an empty Task List would fail after moving focus to the list box. * Resolved an issue where the Custom Highlight Assign Manager was not working correctly. * Corrections were made to the Virtualize Window and Virtualize Current Control keystrokes in the JAWS Quick Start Guide. * Resolved an issue in the uo.jsm file, and corrected a typo in the wduo.jsm file. * Resolved several issues with the INSERT+F1 help messages used in various areas of Settings Center. * Corrected the name of the Labeled Images check box in Settings Center. * Resolved an issue where some braille display input commands used for JAWS BrailleIn were incorrect. * Resolved an issue where it was difficult to read the text in the Settings Center help message pane when contracted braille input was turned off. * Resolved an issue where certain cursor routing buttons on the Focus braille display performed the wrong action. * Resolved a long standing issue where control characters were not being displayed on a braille display when the value was set to 0 in the Default.jcf file. * Resolved an issue in WPF applications where JAWS was not identifying certain password fields. Adobe Acrobat * Resolved an issue where Adobe Reader became unresponsive when trying to open a PDF file. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was not reading table headers tagged with the TH component in PDF documents. Eclipse * Resolved an issue with Eclipse where the Help tree view was not working correctly when pressing INSERT+TAB. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was not announcing changes in the Help tree view in Eclipse. Internet Explorer * Resolved an issue where JAWS did not recognize labels for invisible links on a Web page. * Resolved several issues, such as extra blank lines and whitespace being reported, when using JAWS with Internet Explorer 9. * Resolved an issue where Web pages did not refresh, and JAWS did not announce changes after choosing a button on that page. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was not speaking exponential numbers correctly. This was observed while reading Web pages. * Resolved an issue where a Web page would not refresh correctly after selecting a clickable link. * Resolved an issue that caused Internet Explorer to fail on the Web site winepresspublishing.com. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was reading the entire word in a link when reading by character, and reading only the first character when reading by words. * Made improvements to the way JAWS identifies and announces certain clickable links. * Resolved an issue in Internet Explorer 8 where JAWS was not moving focus to buttons on Web pages after pressing B. * Resolved a reported issue where Internet Explorer stopped working when logging into and using the Web site indiegogo.com. Microsoft Excel * Resolved an issue where the braille display was not refreshing correctly when navigating through an Excel spreadsheet while in Line mode. * Resolved an issue where double entries appeared on the braille display when moving through some Excel dialog boxes. * Resolved an issue with Excel 2007 and later where the ALT+1 through ALT+4 keystrokes were not correctly assigned in keyboard manager. Microsoft Outlook * Resolved an issue where JAWS stopped responding when navigating through appointments in Outlook Calendar. * Resolved an issue when using the Say Word command while editing an HTML formatted message in Outlook. * Resolved an issue in the Outlook 2007.jkm file that prevented the use of the ALT+I script. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was not announcing the deleted word when using CTRL+BACKSPACE in an Outlook message. * Resolved an issue in Outlook 2003 where e-mail messages that were previously marked as unread were still announced as having an unread status. * Resolved an issue where JAWS would announce and recommend that certain e-mail messages be opened in a Web browser. This was observed in Outlook 2007 and Outlook 2010. Microsoft Visual Studio * Resolved a
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 12 UPDATE, list of changes
Yes, Something just happened on that one yesterday. We are working on getting it resolved now and it will be posted as soon as we can get it. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Maria Campbell Sent: Thursday, December 16, 2010 12:32 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 12 UPDATE, list of changes The business search in Research It might be broken again. Sunny Day Maria Campbell lucky1i...@sbcglobal.net When the power of love is stronger than the love of power, then the world will know peace. On 12/16/2010 12:13 PM, Eric Damery wrote: Greetings all, Here is the list of changes. It can also be read at: http://www.freedomscientific.com/downloads/jaws/JAWS12-previous-enhanc em ents.asp Enhancements and Improvements in JAWS 12 This page describes all improvements made from the first public beta release to the current JAWS 12 release. Enhancements in JAWS 12.0.522 (December 2010) The following is a list of items addressed or added between the final JAWS 12.0.512 and the JAWS 12.0.522 posting. All enhancements since the initial public beta release are included in this release. JAWS * Resolved an issue where English braille translation options would appear in the German version of JAWS after pressing INSERT+V. * Resolved an issue where the Custom Highlight Manager would open after selecting the Mark Colors in Braille Manager. * Resolved an issue where an empty Task List would fail after moving focus to the list box. * Resolved an issue where the Custom Highlight Assign Manager was not working correctly. * Corrections were made to the Virtualize Window and Virtualize Current Control keystrokes in the JAWS Quick Start Guide. * Resolved an issue in the uo.jsm file, and corrected a typo in the wduo.jsm file. * Resolved several issues with the INSERT+F1 help messages used in various areas of Settings Center. * Corrected the name of the Labeled Images check box in Settings Center. * Resolved an issue where some braille display input commands used for JAWS BrailleIn were incorrect. * Resolved an issue where it was difficult to read the text in the Settings Center help message pane when contracted braille input was turned off. * Resolved an issue where certain cursor routing buttons on the Focus braille display performed the wrong action. * Resolved a long standing issue where control characters were not being displayed on a braille display when the value was set to 0 in the Default.jcf file. * Resolved an issue in WPF applications where JAWS was not identifying certain password fields. Adobe Acrobat * Resolved an issue where Adobe Reader became unresponsive when trying to open a PDF file. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was not reading table headers tagged with theTH component in PDF documents. Eclipse * Resolved an issue with Eclipse where the Help tree view was not working correctly when pressing INSERT+TAB. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was not announcing changes in the Help tree view in Eclipse. Internet Explorer * Resolved an issue where JAWS did not recognize labels for invisible links on a Web page. * Resolved several issues, such as extra blank lines and whitespace being reported, when using JAWS with Internet Explorer 9. * Resolved an issue where Web pages did not refresh, and JAWS did not announce changes after choosing a button on that page. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was not speaking exponential numbers correctly. This was observed while reading Web pages. * Resolved an issue where a Web page would not refresh correctly after selecting a clickable link. * Resolved an issue that caused Internet Explorer to fail on the Web site winepresspublishing.com. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was reading the entire word in a link when reading by character, and reading only the first character when reading by words. * Made improvements to the way JAWS identifies and announces certain clickable links. * Resolved an issue in Internet Explorer 8 where JAWS was not moving focus to buttons on Web pages after pressing B. * Resolved a reported issue where Internet Explorer stopped working when logging into and using the Web site indiegogo.com. Microsoft Excel * Resolved an issue where the braille display was not refreshing correctly when navigating through an Excel spreadsheet while in Line mode. * Resolved an issue where double entries appeared on the braille display when moving through some Excel dialog boxes. * Resolved an issue with Excel 2007 and later where the ALT+1 through ALT+4 keystrokes were not correctly assigned in keyboard manager. Microsoft Outlook * Resolved an issue where JAWS stopped responding when navigating through appointments
Re: [JAWS-Users] Business Search in Research It
This should be resolved and made available in January folks. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Francis E. Khan Sent: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 6:29 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Business Search in Research It I believe that Freedom Scientific are working on that problem since they were advised that the component site was not working. - Original Message - From: Wayne Scott waynedsc...@cableone.net To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Tuesday, December 21, 2010 12:53 AM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Business Search in Research It I have been trying to use Business Search in the Research It feature of Jaws. It is not working. I am using Vista with jaws 11.1476. Any advice? Wayne A merry heart does good like medicine, but a broken spirit dries the bones. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] JAWS 12.0.1158 English Update has posted as a Release Candidate
Hello JAWS List, We have been working for months on an update for JAWS 12 which includes a great deal of work in the area of IE 9, Excel, Java 64 bit, Visual Studio, Thunderbird, and much more. At this time, we are in the process of completing the final testing with the new MAGic Low Vision Keyboard that is scheduled to start shipping in the next week or two along with the MAGic 11 update. Once the testing is complete, the Automatic Updates feature of JAWS will be turned on for this update and all JAWS 12 English users will get this 1158 build. In the meantime, we wanted to take this opportunity for users to get this build early if they would like so we have posted it as the Download version on our web site. I have included the details of the changes in the release below. I have provided the download links at the bottom of this message. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific, Inc. JAWS 12 Features and Enhancements as of April 2011 JAWS Support for New MAGic Large Print Keyboard The MAGic Large Print Keyboard is a new accessory that contains extra keys assigned to the most commonly used MAGic functions. Its large and contrasting letters also make it easier to type and use MAGic hot keys. Using the MAGic Keyboard Manager, you can assign different MAGic functions to these keys. For example, if you do not use dual monitors, you can change the Jump to Next Display key to any other feature item such as mute system sounds. The keyboard also allows the assignment of shortcuts to keys. With a shortcut, the keys can launch applications, open files on your computer or in a network folder, or open a favorite Web site. For example, you can assign the M1 key (available along the top of the MAGic Large Print Keyboard) to open a document that you need to regularly access. Another benefit is that you can use the keyboard with JAWS screen reading software. Similar to MAGic, you can assign hot keys to JAWS functions while also using the keyboard with or without running MAGic. Note that when running the two applications together, the JAWS functionality will override the MAGic functionality. Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 Support JAWS 12 has been further enhanced for Internet Explorer 9 which is available for users of Windows 7 and Vista. These enhancements include Braille and the JAWS cursor being able to properly navigate and read pages. Please note that with the release of Internet Explorer 9, Microsoft has made significant changes which prevent commercial screen magnification products from smoothing fonts as we had previously. If font smoothing is important for users of MAGic on your computer, we recommend that you remain with Internet Explorer 8 on your machine until a solution has been worked out. Microsoft Excel Improvements The interface to the Excel Object Model has been rewritten. You will experience a more responsive and accurate interface to Excel. Visual Studio 2010 Professional Support Visual Studio 2010 Professional is a development environment from Microsoft that enables application developers to develop software using a wide variety of languages including C++, C#, Visual Basic.net, and more. JAWS 12 now provides robust support with both speech and braille for various areas of the Visual Studio system, including: * IntelliSense, similar to auto completion, which gives suggestions for what to type next based on what you have already entered * Editor Adornments such as bookmarks and break points * WPF and Forms Designers for laying out dialog boxes and other windows; as well as the Code, XML, Text, and Macro Editors * As you develop your applications, you will even be able to use the Debugger to step through your program to locate errors UTF-8 File Support JAWS script files now support UTF-8 format. In Script Manager, the File menu has the new UTF-8 Format command. When you open a UTF-8 encoded script file (JSS), the command has a check mark. If you open an ANSI encoded script file, the command does not have a check mark. You can save an ANSI encoded file as UTF-8 by simply selecting, or checking, the UTF-8 Format command in the File menu. Likewise, to save a UTF-8 formatted file as ANSI, clear, or uncheck, the command. Note that the script's header and message files (JSH and JSM) can be in a different format. This means that a UTF-8 script file can include ANSI header and message files or vice versa. ARIA Support Improvements continue to be made to JAWS and its support of ARIA and industry standard ARIA tool kits. Mozilla Thunderbird Script Support JAWS 12 includes full support for the Thunderbird e-mail application. It offers users an alternative to Windows Live Mail. Conversation View in Outlook 2010 JAWS now supports the new conversation view found in Microsoft Outlook 2010. This view is different than prior versions of Outlook. The conversation view allows you to view all of the messages associated with a particular subject in one group
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 12.0.1158 English Update has posted asaReleaseCandidate
This build is the projected release for April. It is just clearing test with our new MAGic Keyboard and the MAGic Update and then it will release officially. We will continue to look at additional fixes for 12 but most of the focus is on our development efforts to get the JAWS 13 release posted to Public Beta in early September at this point. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Brandon Misch Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 4:32 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 12.0.1158 English Update has posted asaReleaseCandidate here's a question. will there be fixes between now and when the update becomes automatic or is this the same update that will become automatic when the testing is finished? On Apr 20, 2011, at 3:51 PM, Baracco, Andrew W wrote: This is because the link wraps to additional lines. Before you click on a link, you should always check to see if it goes beyond the first line. If it does, you will need to hit SHIFT-DOWN ARROW until you select the whole link, then hit CONTROL-C to copy it to the clipboard, then you will need to open your web browser and hit CONTROL-O and then CONTROL-V to paste the contents of the clipboard into the line and then hit ENTER. Andy -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of MissLady Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 11:45 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 12.0.1158 English Update has posted as aReleaseCandidate when I click on the links to download the new version of Jaws it tells me the page can not be displayed. - Original Message - From: Eric Damery edam...@freedomscientific.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2011 1:17 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 12.0.1158 English Update has posted as a ReleaseCandidate Hello JAWS List, We have been working for months on an update for JAWS 12 which includes a great deal of work in the area of IE 9, Excel, Java 64 bit, Visual Studio, Thunderbird, and much more. At this time, we are in the process of completing the final testing with the new MAGic Low Vision Keyboard that is scheduled to start shipping in the next week or two along with the MAGic 11 update. Once the testing is complete, the Automatic Updates feature of JAWS will be turned on for this update and all JAWS 12 English users will get this 1158 build. In the meantime, we wanted to take this opportunity for users to get this build early if they would like so we have posted it as the Download version on our web site. I have included the details of the changes in the release below. I have provided the download links at the bottom of this message. Regards, Eric Damery Freedom Scientific, Inc. JAWS 12 Features and Enhancements as of April 2011 JAWS Support for New MAGic Large Print Keyboard The MAGic Large Print Keyboard is a new accessory that contains extra keys assigned to the most commonly used MAGic functions. Its large and contrasting letters also make it easier to type and use MAGic hot keys. Using the MAGic Keyboard Manager, you can assign different MAGic functions to these keys. For example, if you do not use dual monitors, you can change the Jump to Next Display key to any other feature item such as mute system sounds. The keyboard also allows the assignment of shortcuts to keys. With a shortcut, the keys can launch applications, open files on your computer or in a network folder, or open a favorite Web site. For example, you can assign the M1 key (available along the top of the MAGic Large Print Keyboard) to open a document that you need to regularly access. Another benefit is that you can use the keyboard with JAWS screen reading software. Similar to MAGic, you can assign hot keys to JAWS functions while also using the keyboard with or without running MAGic. Note that when running the two applications together, the JAWS functionality will override the MAGic functionality. Microsoft Internet Explorer 9 Support JAWS 12 has been further enhanced for Internet Explorer 9 which is available for users of Windows 7 and Vista. These enhancements include Braille and the JAWS cursor being able to properly navigate and read pages. Please note that with the release of Internet Explorer 9, Microsoft has made significant changes which prevent commercial screen magnification products from smoothing fonts as we had previously. If font smoothing is important for users of MAGic on your computer, we recommend that you remain with Internet Explorer 8 on your machine until a solution has been worked out. Microsoft Excel Improvements The interface to the Excel Object Model has been rewritten. You will experience a more responsive and accurate
Re: [JAWS-Users] The new JAWS update
Hi Maria, This is being resolved shortly. I hope you find the rest of the program working better. Regards, Eric From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com on behalf of Maria Campbell Sent: Thu 5/5/2011 1:39 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] The new JAWS update I just updated my JAWS to the latest and greatest. Now when I delete a message in the list, in Thunderbird, the next message subject isn't automatically read as it was before This is rather an inconvenience, because I now have to go into the message to know what it is before deleting it. Sunny Day Maria Campbell lucky1i...@sbcglobal.net When the power of love is stronger than the love of power, then the world will know peace. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Problem with word.
You might take a look at Lotus Symphony. It is the IBM version of Open Office with iAccessible2. You should find this much more accessible then Open Office and it is available for use at home for free. Regards, Eric http://www-03.ibm.com/software/lotus/symphony/home.nsf/products -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Flor Lynch Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2011 8:02 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Problem with word. Buy a copy, I'm afraid. Open office doesn't work at all well with JAWS. - Original Message - From: Sue Morgan suejinglejun...@googlemail.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2011 8:59 AM Subject: [JAWS-Users] Problem with word. Hi. Below is detailed information about a problem that I'm having with Word. Someone came back to me to tell me how to resolve it, which I did at the time, but the problem has occurred again and I can't remember how to fix it. Can anyone help by reading the text below? Thanks. Sue. I was given a copy of Microsoft Office from a friend 12 months ago and my computer is now telling me that it's not genuine. I've downloaded Genuine Microsoft Advantage, but I'm not sure what to do next as Windows can't open the program when I select it from downloads in Vista. I've heard that there's something called Open Office which is free, but I don't know anything about it. Does anyone on this list use it? If not, how can I make my copy of Microsoft genuine. I'm really stuck so please help!!! Thanks. Sue. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] How well does JAWS work from users of IBM's Lotusproduct?
I'm quite sure that the level of support will not be equal to what is working today in MS Office but you must realize, we have been working on MS Office and the Object Model it provides, for 15 years now. Having said that, I encourage you to install the Lotus Symphony Office and try it for yourselves. There should be no harm in trying it out. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Keith Hinton Sent: Thursday, May 12, 2011 12:30 PM To: jaws-users-list Subject: [JAWS-Users] How well does JAWS work from users of IBM's Lotusproduct? Hi all. I use JAWS with Microsoft Office. But what exactly does IBM Lotus include for JAWS users, and does JAWS stay constantly up-to-date with version3.x that appears to be the latest release? How well does email work (if a client is provided) etc? Does it work better (or less) than Microsoft Word? What document types can JAWS users save documents in, can we create professional documents with it? Does it have menu bars, ribins, or what? I'm curious if JAWS13 will keep the support for it going? I'm also wondering if future updates will keep that Lotus product going as well such as the cool minor builds Freedom Scientific releases now, up to the final release of a new release? I've liked how you folks kept JAWS11 updated even though you did release JAWS12 and such, for instnace. I hope you will do that for JAWS12 users as well, Eric and others at Freedom Scientific. But since Eric is the product manager, I'd like to hear from him on that. If other users who have used JAWS with IBM Lotus can ttestify for me on how well it works and some of the layout questions I asked like menus etc, acrossed the apps, how well email works if that is provided, if IMap is supported, and so on, I'd kind of like to know. I'm considering trying it. But I don't want to install it without knowing what I'm gettting myself in for. I am on Windows Seven sixty four bit, so does IBM Lotus work with this? I will not downgrade my OS just because it does not work if that is true. Thanks much! -- Regards, --Keith Website: http://www.keithnet.us Skype: skypedude1234 MSN Messenger: keithin...@hotmail.com Yahoo/AIM/Twitter: keithint1234 Facebook: http://facebook.com/keith.hinton1 For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] JAWS 12 May HotFix has posted, build is 1161
Good day everyone, We have just posted a new hotfix release of JAWS 12. If you are connected to the web and restart your JAWS now, you should find it. Alternatively, you could go to the JAWS download page and download and install over your current version to get the latest install. Below is the list of changes in this latest hotfix. Regards, Eric Damery Enhancements in JAWS 12.0.1161 (May 2011) The following is a list of items addressed or added between the final JAWS 12.0.1158 and the JAWS 12.0.1161 posting. * Resolved a reported issue in Microsoft Word 2010 where pressing ALT+F caused instability in JAWS. * JAWS now reports the Unread status of messages in the Lotus Notes 6.5.4 inbox. * When creating a new appointment in Microsoft Outlook 2010, JAWS is now announcing the text in the date and time fields when you navigate to them. * In Microsoft Outlook 2010 contacts, when you define a custome contact view, JAWS now reads the entire line as expected. * Resolved an issue related to NewTextEvent not speaking as expected in custom scripts. * Resolved a reported issue in the latest iTunes app store when making a purchase. * Resolved an issue in Windows 7 64-Bit where the word TreeView was repeated each time you moved within the Thunderbird Folder Treeview. * Resolved an issue in Thunderbird related to Selecting Non-Consecutive Messages in the inbox list view. * Resolved an issue of Field Names not being properly displayed when composing a message. * Resolved a reported issue in Thunderbird where JAWS would not always speak the highlighted message in the list view when focus returned to the application. * In Thunderbird, resolved an issue where JAWS would not automatically read the current item in a mail folder after deleting a message. * Resolved an issue using the MMC application in Windows XP where JAWS did not read the tree view items correctly. * Resolved an issue with the Time Search Research It lookup source. * Resolved a reported problem in Skype related to adding a contact. * Fixed a reported problem where pressing the letter i using a Braille Keyboard and PAC Mate Remote with contracted braille input disabled, would include a line feed when pressing DOT 8. * JAWS now switches to English when reading English text on Web pages using a voice profile with a non-English language. * Resolved an issue related to Braille structured mode and multiline edits on Web pages. * In the German version, resolved a problem in the Adjust JAWS Options dialog box for Microsoft Word. * Resolved an issue where MAGic was having some issues with a program using a Java Applet and used internally at the Social Security Administration. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 12 May HotFix has posted, build is 1161
Please contact support Maria so they can help determine what is going on. This was confirmed resolved within our private beta team but there could be something else going on. It might be best for our support group to tandem in and see if they can sort it out. Eric From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com on behalf of Maria Campbell Sent: Thu 5/26/2011 10:44 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] JAWS 12 May HotFix has posted, build is 1161 I'm sorry to report, but my Thunderbird is acting exactly the same with this new update as it did before. JAWS still doesn't read the subject of the next message upon deletion of the previous message. I used the automatic update, rather than going to the website, if that might make a difference. Sunny Day Maria Campbell lucky1i...@sbcglobal.net When the power of love is stronger than the love of power, then the world will know peace. On 5/26/2011 10:14 AM, Eric Damery wrote: Good day everyone, We have just posted a new hotfix release of JAWS 12. If you are connected to the web and restart your JAWS now, you should find it. Alternatively, you could go to the JAWS download page and download and install over your current version to get the latest install. Below is the list of changes in this latest hotfix. Regards, Eric Damery Enhancements in JAWS 12.0.1161 (May 2011) The following is a list of items addressed or added between the final JAWS 12.0.1158 and the JAWS 12.0.1161 posting. * Resolved a reported issue in Microsoft Word 2010 where pressing ALT+F caused instability in JAWS. * JAWS now reports the Unread status of messages in the Lotus Notes 6.5.4 inbox. * When creating a new appointment in Microsoft Outlook 2010, JAWS is now announcing the text in the date and time fields when you navigate to them. * In Microsoft Outlook 2010 contacts, when you define a custome contact view, JAWS now reads the entire line as expected. * Resolved an issue related to NewTextEvent not speaking as expected in custom scripts. * Resolved a reported issue in the latest iTunes app store when making a purchase. * Resolved an issue in Windows 7 64-Bit where the word TreeView was repeated each time you moved within the Thunderbird Folder Treeview. * Resolved an issue in Thunderbird related to Selecting Non-Consecutive Messages in the inbox list view. * Resolved an issue of Field Names not being properly displayed when composing a message. * Resolved a reported issue in Thunderbird where JAWS would not always speak the highlighted message in the list view when focus returned to the application. * In Thunderbird, resolved an issue where JAWS would not automatically read the current item in a mail folder after deleting a message. * Resolved an issue using the MMC application in Windows XP where JAWS did not read the tree view items correctly. * Resolved an issue with the Time Search Research It lookup source. * Resolved a reported problem in Skype related to adding a contact. * Fixed a reported problem where pressing the letter i using a Braille Keyboard and PAC Mate Remote with contracted braille input disabled, would include a line feed when pressing DOT 8. * JAWS now switches to English when reading English text on Web pages using a voice profile with a non-English language. * Resolved an issue related to Braille structured mode and multiline edits on Web pages. * In the German version, resolved a problem in the Adjust JAWS Options dialog box for Microsoft Word. * Resolved an issue where MAGic was having some issues with a program using a Java Applet and used internally at the Social Security Administration. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] what is the key combination to turn speech on and offwith jaws.
Jim, As Janie pointed out correctly, in order to Toggle the synthesizer to mute in order to silence JAWS speech, use the following command: Press JAWS key + SpaceBar, and then the letter S by itself. Where the JAWS key is INSERT while in JAWS Desktop Keyboard Layout or when in JAWS Laptop Keyboard Layout, you can use either CapsLock or INSERT for the JAWS key. Regards, Eric Damery -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Walter Ramage Sent: Thursday, December 05, 2013 6:36 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] what is the key combination to turn speech on and offwith jaws. Hi. That doesn't work for me, either on 13, 14 and now 15. I've had to creat my own hot key,in this case the Screenshot key. Walter. -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Janie Degenshein Sent: 05 December 2013 14:32 To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] what is the key combination to turn speech on and offwith jaws. insert space bar listen for the click sound and then s -Original Message- From: jim rawls Sent: Thursday, December 05, 2013 9:23 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] what is the key combination to turn speech on and offwith jaws. I am having a senior moment here. I want to use total recorder, and I forgot the key combination to turn speech on and off. I am running jaws 15, on a windows 7 home premium 64 bit machine. Jim For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ Keep Smiling, Janie Degenshein Happiness isn't having what you want, but wanting what you already have Access Tech Consultant Facilitator of ECHO (Eyes Closed Hearts Open) President, National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey Senior Division Your old car keys can be keys to literacy for the blind. Donate your unwanted vehicle to us by clicking www.carshelpingtheblind.org or call 855 659 9314 Co-host of OTBS On The Bright Side www.thruoureyes.org/brightside.html jdege...@comcast.net For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] j15 update.
Should be posted no later than the 18th of December provided testing clears it. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Juan Pablo Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 12:53 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] j15 update. Hi all, Eric, when will be available the first j15 update? Thanks, Juan. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] JAWS 15 December update posting 12/17/2013 by noon Eastern Time
Greetings all, We are pleased to announce that the first update for JAWS 15 will be live in just a few minutes. If you have JAWS 15 installed, the update will be found after the next time you start JAWS once it is posted via the Auto Updates feature. Below, I have listed the changes. From everyone at Freedom Scientific, we wish you and yours a wonderful Christmas and New Year. Our offices will be closed on December 24th, 25th, and January 1. Regards, Eric Eric Damery Vice President Software Product Management Freedom Scientific 11800 31st Court North St. Petersburg, FL 33716 727-299-6110 Enhancements in JAWS 15.0.5056 (December 2013) The following is a list of improvements made between this release and the JAWS 15.0.4203 posting. JAWS * Bluetooth Auto Detection of Braille is now off by default. We have added a check box in Settings Center located in the Braille group under General called Auto Detect Braille Display using Bluetooth which is unchecked by default. If you would like to have JAWS monitor for Bluetooth Braille connections, you will need to change this setting. * Addressed a customer reported issue where FSReader 3 would not play the audio from Bookshare DAISY audio books. * Resolved an issue where JAWS would appear to hang when using Outlook 2013 and accessing the Start Menu. This issue was related to JAWS and UI Automation and resolved thanks to the new Error Reporting Tool in JAWS 15 and assistance from our customers. * Resolved an issue where JAWS would unexpectedly close after entering a large number of values into the Windows Calculator. * In a JAWS Tandem session, you can now toggle the NUM LOCK key on or off from the controlling computer. * If you copy text from a Web page in Internet Explorer 9 containing quotes, and then display it in the Clipboard Viewer (INSERT+SPACEBAR, C), an issue was resolved where the HTML code for quotes was being displayed instead of the actual quotation marks. * Pressing the increase and decrease voice rate keys on the MAGic Keyboard during a Say All now changes the rate without stopping the Say All. * The INSERT+F1 help message for tables has been updated to include the latest keystrokes for reading the current row (ALT+WINDOWS Key+COMMA) and current column (ALT+WINDOWS Key+PERIOD). In addition, the help message now correctly lists the jump to table cell as CTRL+WINDOWS Key+J. * Addressed a customer reported issue with using Settings Center to delete a custom highlight assignment. * If the controller in a JAWS Tandem session changes the setting of the Braille Dot Firmness on the target system, for instance, 100 to 0, resolved an issue where JAWS on the controller system would keep the new setting even after ending the connection. * If you have configured Windows 8 or Windows 8.1 for multiple languages, JAWS will now automatically announce the language being activated when you press WINDOWS Key+SPACEBAR to toggle the language. * When running JAWS and MAGic together and you increase or decrease the magnification level, resolved an issue where JAWS would speak the new magnification level twice. * When you press INSERT+CTRL+R to open the Document Regions dialog box, the tree view is now expanded by default to improve navigation of this list. * Resolved an issue where empty flash messages were being shown on the braille display under certain circumstances. When this occurred, only the message prefix, such as ttr for tutor message, would be shown. * Resolved multiple issues with the Wikipedia Research It lookup source not finding certain results that could be found using the actual Web site. * Addressed an issue with JAWS not correctly reading the slider under the Views button in the Command Module tool bar in Windows Explorer. * JAWS now provides feedback when using the ALT+SHIFT+ARROW keys to rearrange tiles or groups on the Windows 8 Start screen. Note that you can only move a tile or group if the PC Cursor is active. * Added Keyboard Help messages for Navigation Quick Key Q which moves to the main region of a Web page. * Removed extra pauses that were heard while reading search results on the Windows 8.1 Start screen. * Addressed issues using a braille display in Line mode with WPF applications. * Resolved an issue where JAWS was not always reliably speaking the prompt and current selection in the Search pane of the Windows 8.1 Start screen. * JAWS now contains a UIA Script API which gives scripters direct access to Microsoft's UIA (User Interface Automation) infrastructure through the JAWS Script language. For more information, refer to the JAWS UIA Script API Documentationhttp://fresci-stage.fsi.local/documentation/scripts/JAWS-UIAScriptAPI.asp page. * Addressed a customer reported issue where Navigation Quick Keys would not work in the JAWS Help system if the help was opened from the Run JAWS Manager dialog box
Re: [JAWS-Users] an apology to the group
Everyone has a bad day once in a while David. You guys do a great service to the community of users on the list. I think everyone on the list, including all of us at Freedom Scientific, appreciate the time and energy you all contribute and the rules you maintain for the good of the list. BTW, there will be another update for JAWS 15 coming early next week. We have been working on a few final tweaks, and will finish testing over the weekend. Hope to get it available via the updates option on Monday or Tuesday. Have a great weekend, Eric Damery -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Trish Sent: Friday, January 17, 2014 1:33 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] an apology to the group didn't bother me none, i just couldn't figure out why my post wasn't coming to my inbox until you shut er down. I believe in the rules, it clearly states no bashing of jaws or maybe screen readers in general, so think it be smart if we keep that in mind. Whose the boss here anyways? - Original Message - From: David Ferrin ow...@jaws-users.com To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Sent: Friday, January 17, 2014 12:18 PM Subject: [JAWS-Users] an apology to the group The other day I was just trying to head off at the pass a situation that Rick and I believed was going to escalate into a bash feast at the expense of Freedom Scientific. I did come off rather gruff and after giving it some thought figured an email like this was in order. You got to say that it stopped rather quickly, but I apologies for being so nasty. There is no excuse, but since there hasn't been a mass amount of members running for the hills I have to think most of you are accustomed to such flair ups from time to time. So again an apology is tendered. David Ferrin A complex system that does not work is invariably found to have evolved from a simpler system that worked perfectly. For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] January update for JAWS 15, build 6025 is now live and available for all users
Hi everyone, We are a could days late but the release for January, update to build 6025 is now posted and will be found if you restart JAWS 15 at this time. Below I have included the list of changes and the links to the full build if wish to download it. Regards, Eric Eric Damery Vice President Software Product Management Freedom Scientific 11800 31st Court North St. Petersburg, FL 33716 727-299-6110 Enhancements in JAWS 15.0.6025 (January 2014) The following is a list of improvements made between this release and the JAWS 15.0.5056 posting. JAWS * Resolved several issues related to JAWS and UI Automation. * When performing a search from the Windows 8.1 Start Screen, addressed issues where the search term you entered as well as search results were not being displayed in braille. * When you press INSERT+UP ARROW from the Search pane of the Windows 8.1 Start Screen, braille now shows the same information that is spoken. * If you open the Windows 8.1 Start Screen and begin typing a search term using the keyboard on a braille display, resolved an issue where the first character typed was ignored or changed. * Resolved an issue with an empty virtual buffer being displayed when attempting to use the Virtual Ribbon in Windows Explorer. * When activating the Restore Default Settings button in the Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Preferences dialog boxes, addressed an issue with certain items not being reset to factory settings as expected. * Many of the Surf's uphttp://www.freedomscientific.com/training/Surfs-Up/_Surfs_Up_Start_Here.htm training Web pages have been updated to provide the latest information on navigating the Web using JAWS. * Addressed a reported issue where JAWS would not play a sound as expected at the top or bottom of a document in Notepad even when the Top and Bottom Edge was set to Alert With Sound in Quick Settings. * Improved how JAWS reads in the Windows 7 Customize Notification Area dialog box. * Resolved an issue in the JAWS Keyboard Manager where JAWS would say list view after every item while navigating the list of applications. * Updated INSERT+F1 help messages for various controls in the PlaceMarkers dialog box (CTRL+SHIFT+K). * Updated the INSERT+F1 help message for the Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 Start Screen to provide information on navigating using the Touch Cursor. * If you lock your workstation during a Remote Desktop session and a braille display is connected, addressed a reported issue where dots on the braille display would continuously move up and down. * Resolved an issue where changes to the dot firmness, position of status cells, and word wrap settings were not being saved when configured through the Braille page of the Startup Wizard. * JAWS now automatically reads the Force Windows Shutdown dialog box that is displayed when you attempt to shut down or restart Windows 8 while multiple applications are still running. * In the Table Layer for the laptop keyboard layout (CAPS LOCK+SPACEBAR, T), you can now use CAPS LOCK+COMMA to read the current cell and ALT+SHIFT+PERIOD to move to the previous cell. Java * Updated the tutor message for tab controls to instruct users to use the ARROW keys instead of CONTROL+TAB to move between pages. Microsoft Excel * Resolved a reported issue with JAWS not reporting the correct colors in a cell using the INSERT+NUMBER ROW 5 keystroke. * Resolved an issue with using Quick Settings to configure braille to show the entire row or column not working correctly. Microsoft Internet Explorer * Addressed a customer reported issue with Skim Reading rules using colors and attributes not working as expected. * If an item in the Document Regions dialog box (CTRL+SHIFT+R) does not contain any items underneath it, it will no longer be shown as open in the Regions tree view. * Addressed issues with the Headings Announce option in Quick Settings not working as expected. * Resolved an issue in both Internet Explorer and Firefox where lines containing check boxes or radio buttons were showing as blank on a braille display using Line Mode. * When using SHIFT+DOWN ARROW to select multiple lines of text, resolved an issue where pressing SHIFT+UP ARROW once was not unselecting the last line as expected. Microsoft Office * When navigating to the Language list box in the Options dialog box in a Microsoft Office 2013 application, resolved an issue where JAWS was not announcing this control or displaying it in braille. * Resolved an issue with braille not displaying the LRBN abbreviation as expected to indicate in braille that you are on the lower ribbon. * Addressed a reported issue where it was not possible to navigate through the entire File menu in Office 2007 with Virtual Ribbons enabled. * Resolved an issue where edit combo controls on the lower ribbon were not displaying their control
Re: [JAWS-Users] facebook
Hi Becky, There is a free webinar on Facebook and JAWS that you have access to on the following page. http://www.freedomscientific.com/training/Free-Webinar-Archives.asp Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Becky Buckner Sent: Monday, March 03, 2014 11:43 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] facebook Hello. Using jaws 15 and windows 7. Thought I would give face book another try. Are there any email lists or podcasts that may serve as a tutorial for facebook? I am aware that m.facebook.com is less cluttered and advisable. I'm wondering how you can put people in groups such as friends, family, etc. Thanks forany help. Becky For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] Excel question
Hi Dooie, I forwarded it to David and hopefully he can make it generally available to the list. I will also ask our Training Department to do a short Webinar on this and provide the file and see if Jonathan can do a JAWS Bites segment on this in an upcoming FS Cast as well. Eric -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of dooie13 Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2014 10:17 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Excel question Hello Eric, Might you be very Helpful, provide the list a copy of this information. As it could be very useful for a 100% Blind USN Vet. Respectfully, Dooie, E6 Opticalman -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Eric Damery Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2014 06:24 To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Excel question Hi Kate, I sent you a message off the list with a sample Check Book registry all set up in Excel that I had downloaded from somewhere a couple of years ago. There are some instructions in the message on how to get started. Hope this helps, Eric Damery -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kate Walsh Sent: Monday, March 03, 2014 8:28 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Excel question Hi all, I'm trying to set up my checkbook in excel. Can anyone tell me how to formulate cells to add or subtract? I'm using JAWS 13 and excel 2010. Thanks in advance. Kate Walsh For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
[JAWS-Users] Detailed instructions for the Sample Check Book Register Sample file
All, If you plan to set this up and try it, I have given more detailed instructions for the Check Book Register file in Excel below. It takes a little bit to understand this setup, but once you get it, you'll find it works quite well. If you have trouble, I'm sure someone on this list would be happy to Tandem to your computer and help you set it up so you can try it out. Here you go: Get the file from: http://www.jaws-users.com/text/Office/Sample-checkbook-register.html 1. Save the file and give it a name you wish to use. 2. Now open the newly named file in Excel and move to Column A, Row 4, (this is the intersection of the row and column headings and the next step is to inform JAWS of that). 3. Press Insert + V to get into Quick Settings of JAWS for Excel. 4. Press the letter T, and then down arrow to the item that says Define Name Column and Row Titles Override Off. 5. Press Space Bar a couple of times so the item above is set to On for the Current File. 6. Now down arrow a few times to the item called: Column Titles to Row Range. Press Space and you should hear it reflect 4, since you were on row 4. 7. Now down arrow once to the item called: Row Titles to Column Range. Press Space and you should hear it reflect A, since you were in column A. 8. Tab 3 times now to the OK button and press enter to dismiss the Dialog and you are done. In the future, anytime you open a spread sheet with the name you gave this one, it will assume that Row 4 has the column headings and Column A has the row headings. If you are moving around in the area below and to the right of that intersecting point, it should read the headings as you navigate to make it easier to understand where you are. Hope this Helps, Eric -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of David Ferrin Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2014 11:01 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Excel question Here it is: http://www.jaws-users.com/text/Office/Sample-checkbook-register.html the download link is included in the HTML file which also contains the directions Eric wrote. 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-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of dooie13 Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2014 10:51 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Excel question Thanks Eric, This is Greatly appreciated. Respectively, Dooie 100% Blind USN Vet -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Eric Damery Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2014 07:23 To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Excel question Hi Dooie, I forwarded it to David and hopefully he can make it generally available to the list. I will also ask our Training Department to do a short Webinar on this and provide the file and see if Jonathan can do a JAWS Bites segment on this in an upcoming FS Cast as well. Eric -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of dooie13 Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2014 10:17 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Excel question Hello Eric, Might you be very Helpful, provide the list a copy of this information. As it could be very useful for a 100% Blind USN Vet. Respectfully, Dooie, E6 Opticalman -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Eric Damery Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2014 06:24 To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Excel question Hi Kate, I sent you a message off the list with a sample Check Book registry all set up in Excel that I had downloaded from somewhere a couple of years ago. There are some instructions in the message on how to get started. Hope this helps, Eric Damery -Original Message- From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Kate Walsh Sent: Monday, March 03, 2014 8:28 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] Excel question Hi all, I'm trying to set up my checkbook in excel. Can anyone tell me how to formulate cells to add or subtract? I'm using JAWS 13 and excel 2010. Thanks in advance. Kate Walsh For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about
Re: [JAWS-Users] update for jaws 11
Hi Hannah, This issue of authorization popping up in Windows 7 is resolved, once and for all, in an update to JAWS 11 that is scheduled to release no later than next Monday. Actually, I have some insider info that suggests it should be public by noon on Thursday this week. You will also find 4 new Research It items in this update. Business Search, Area Code look up, Currency Converter, and Fed-X package tracking. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hannah Day Sent: Monday, December 14, 2009 11:28 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] update for jaws 11 Hi all A few weeks agoe i was told another update will be coming out before Christmas. As there has been a bug with windows 7 32 bit machines with jaws 11. Wundering when this update will come out? As more machines are being affected due to this bug. I will explain more if you like. To cut the story short some machines are having there jaws unauthorised . so jaws is like forgetting that the person has got it authorised Chat soon hannah -- Hannah Day E-mail: hannahday2...@googlemail.com MSN: hannahday1...@hotmail.co.uk Skype: hannahday For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
Re: [JAWS-Users] update for jaws 11
This has not been resolved yet. Sorry, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Brandon Misch Sent: Monday, December 14, 2009 2:16 PM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] update for jaws 11 is the dectalk access 32 issue resolved in the latest jaws 11. it was broken sometime after beta 2. On Dec 14, 2009, at 1:59 PM, Eric Damery wrote: Hi Hannah, This issue of authorization popping up in Windows 7 is resolved, once and for all, in an update to JAWS 11 that is scheduled to release no later than next Monday. Actually, I have some insider info that suggests it should be public by noon on Thursday this week. You will also find 4 new Research It items in this update. Business Search, Area Code look up, Currency Converter, and Fed-X package tracking. Regards, Eric -Original Message- From: jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On Behalf Of Hannah Day Sent: Monday, December 14, 2009 11:28 AM To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com Subject: [JAWS-Users] update for jaws 11 Hi all A few weeks agoe i was told another update will be coming out before Christmas. As there has been a bug with windows 7 32 bit machines with jaws 11. Wundering when this update will come out? As more machines are being affected due to this bug. I will explain more if you like. To cut the story short some machines are having there jaws unauthorised . so jaws is like forgetting that the person has got it authorised Chat soon hannah -- Hannah Day E-mail: hannahday2...@googlemail.com MSN: hannahday1...@hotmail.co.uk Skype: hannahday For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/ For answers to frequently asked questions about this list visit: http://www.jaws-users.com/help/
