With this version of jaws, the jaws cursor is restricted. I suggest that
you activate the invisible cursor which has no restrictions. I'm not sure
why that was done, but it seems that the jaws cursor seems to follow the PC
cursor and is, as I'm sure you know, restricted from movement in certain
Thanks George. Coming from a man who eats Excel documents for breakfast,
that is good advice. I'll just wait a bit and see.
For now, Jaws 18 is just fine for me.
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
WITH GUIDE DOGS EDWIN AND CALYPSOE
PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net
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Hi group,
I am now using Jaws 18 in its latest configuration. I just priced out the
upgrade to Jaws 2018 and it will cost me $400 including the SMA. Before I
make that kind of investment, I'd appreciate it if someone would tell me
whether Jaws 2018 is worth the investment. I'm happy with jaws
Hello Mike,
John Justice, here.
I work for the state and use configurations which are similar to the ones
you describe.
In the interest of correcting the problem, I brought it to the attention of
our upper level Access group. Their explanation doesn't solve any issues
but it might give you food
Rick,
I agree with you on these observations. Like you, I've been using Jaws for
many years. I'd rather tailor the response directly for each program,
rather than setting Jaws on a higher level and missing important data.
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
WITH GUIDE DOGS EDWIN AND CALYPSOE
PERSONAL
A nice precise piece of work, there. My thanks to David Moore and to cheese
for sending it along.
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
WITH GUIDE DOGS EDWIN AND CALYPSOE
PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com]
Kevin,
If the document comes up in Web Layout, just press Escape and it should return
to a normal view supported by Jaws.
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
WITH GUIDE DOGS EDWIN AND CALYPSOE
PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net
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From: JAWS-Users-List
I'm not sure which version of Word you are using. But in most cases, there is
a "Save As" option under the File menu. When you press that option, it gives
you a list of choices, one of which is a .txt format. You will probably be
warned about losing some of the configuration details, but
Mike,
It's the first e-mail address that is being blocked.
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
WITH GUIDE DOGS EDWIN AND CALYPSOE
PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Mike B.
Sent: Tuesday,
In Jaws, adding the Jaws key adds another parameter to the keystroke. Hence,
CONTROL+F is enhanced when adding the jaws key and showing INSERT+CONTROL+F.
This works on both laptop and desktop keyboards.
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
WITH GUIDE DOGS EDWIN AND CALYPSOE
PERSONAL E-MAIL:
Good stuff, Dave. Thanks.
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
WITH GUIDE DOGS EDWIN AND CALYPSOE
PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of Dave...Oregonian
Sent: Sunday, November 12, 2017 4:24 PM
I'm using Windows 10 and jaws 18. Many of the messages from this list are
ending up in the Spam Detector folder. I have tried going to the Junk
option and indicating "never Block Sender" and also tried "Never Block
Sender's Domain". However, many messages still end up there, especially
those
This temporary loss of Jaws speech seems to be quite common when involving
software which uses a lot of RAM. Here's another interesting observation.
I have created shortcut keys for loading Jaws and other reading software.
During that temporary silence, using the shortcut key for Jaws
Now that is smart! I like that approach. Notepad is so simple that all it
would leave would be the text. Definitely a keeper.
Thanks.
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
WITH GUIDE DOGS EDWIN AND CALYPSOE
PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net
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From: JAWS-Users-List
I work for the state of Pennsylvania. After some testing, the entire state
has elected to distribute Microsoft Office 365 to all of its agencies and
employees. Once in stalled, that outlook version is quite stable but the
security measures required when installing the software are enough to
Hi group,
I have found that the latest version of Avast Free is completely
inaccessible. When I go onto the main screen, Jaws 18 reads as if there is
no data there. I was reading the post indicating that removing Avast is a
real issue. If I do get help in removing the program, what alternative
Hi Wayne.
I use Office 2016 constantly. I can make several suggestions as regards the
Spell check function.
1. The Alt combinations no longer function. Depending on the current
status, the single letter will often perform the function desired. However,
Word 2016 provides additional support
Hello group,
I don't post here often but I noticed a thread involving a "good OCR scanner
for reading scanned documents". I've been a Jaws user since the
mid-eighties and I don't know much about Apple IOS and any programs which
operate on it. However, I can recommend Open Book without
-
From: john_Justice
Sent: Saturday, December 31, 2016 1:13 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] gold wave recordings
Kevin,
That effect is sometimes called "wave distortion". It can be caused by
several factors and so I'm going to recommend that you try a
Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of john_Justice
Sent: Monday, December 26, 2016 6:14 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Office 2010 or 2013
Regarding the differences between office 2010 and office 2016, there are
distinct variations.
In
Steve,
I agree with Jason entirely. You seem to have an issue with contaminated or
missing components. I'd completely uninstall all of your Jaws versions.
When you are asked if you want to remove the accompanying files, you should
indicate Yes. Once all of your Jaws versions are gone, then
Kevin,
That effect is sometimes called "wave distortion". It can be caused by
several factors and so I'm going to recommend that you try a few things to
isolate the issue and eliminate other causes of that distortion.
1. To make sure that the distortion isn't being caused by your computer's
sound
Hi group,
I picked these tips up from a knowledgeable Microsoft Disability support
representative. They are shortcuts to Windows 10 functions, and are to be
typed into the Run field.
Find Windows10 current version: winver
Go directly to Programs and Features: aptwiz
There may be others
Gentlemen,
I have experienced no such focus issues with Word 2016. Is this something I
should expect in future?
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
WITH GUIDE DOGS EDWIN AND CALYPSOE
PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net
-Original Message-
From: JAWS-Users-List
Regarding the differences between office 2010 and office 2016, there are
distinct variations.
In Microsoft Word and in Outlook, the editing functions are quite different.
In Office 2010, you can use keystrokes to enter your instructions. For
example, ALT+C = Change, ALT+A = ADD TO DICTIONARY,
will detect that the current version of
jaws is trying to install over itself, so a list of options appear modify,
repair or remove isn't that sufficient?
-Original Message-
From: john_Justice
Sent: Saturday, December 17, 2016 12:30 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: [JAWS-Users
that the current version of
jaws is trying to install over itself, so a list of options appear modify,
repair or remove isn't that sufficient?
-Original Message-
From: john_Justice
Sent: Saturday, December 17, 2016 12:30 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: [JAWS-Users] INITIATING A JAWS
Hello fellow Jaws users. I wanted to thank David Ferrin for his help with
this situation. One of our list members recommended that I initiate a
repair of Jaws. To be quite honest, I didn't remember how to do that.
Below, is a detailed set of instructions. In this situation, we are using a
Does anyone know the Jaws command which will allow me to move from one table
to another on the same screen? I work for the state. We use tables in an
html environment. I have no trouble navigating the tables. But what I'd
like to do is move quickly from table to table. There are usually at
I was wondering if anyone else has experienced this issue. This latest
build of Jaws 18 seems to lock up quite a bit. This happens here at home
and at work. In both cases, I'm using the same jaws and doing similar
things. Suddenly, Jaws will stop talking. That happens especially when I
have
2007 for about 4 more years it is hard to figure.
>
> Wayne
>
> -Original Message-
> From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com]
> On Behalf Of john_Justice
> Sent: Saturday, December 10, 2016 8:17 PM
> To: jaws-users-list@jaws-user
I have just learned, from Microsoft Disability Support, that Office 2010
will no longer be supported as of early 2017. I was receiving constant
automated notices on my systems which use this software. Apparently, those
messages were generated because of this development. That's going to cause
-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] Key stroke in word for save as
After doing that to set it up the f12 keystroke can then be used for your
save as HTH again
-Original Message-
From: john_Justice
Sent: Monday, October 17, 2016 10:35 AM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS
Ed,
John Justice here.
1. ALT-F
2. A
3. Tab to and indicate what type of file you want to save the document in.
That includes several options and .rtf and .txt are near the bottom of the
list.
4. Tab to and locate the folder you want to use for storing the Save As
file. Depending on your
Hi Greg,
I got these notes from a class I took about Excel at Hadley Institute. I
hope it's what you're looking for.
FORMATTING CELLS FOR SPECIFIC DATA:
1. Line up on the cell you want to format.
2. Press the Applications key and look for the Format option.
3.
David,
I have seen many responses to your earlier message and wanted to add my own.
Every time I have a Jaws issue, I try to find the answer here. This is a
good list and a very helpful one.
I'm sure that you are getting tired of it after all of these years but don't
give up on us, David. I,
I use this method and it's reliable.
1. Press the Alt key to activate the menu options.
2. Down arrow to the Info option. This sometimes passes by and you
might have to go back up to it.
3. Tab three times till you hear Protected View.
4. Press Spacebar and then exit
jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] windows 10 16 07 narrator manual
Hi John,
Here you go:
http://www.jaws-users.com/text/Windows/10/files/Windows10Version1607Narrator
Manual.zip
Take care.
Mike
Sent from my iBarstool. Go Dodgers!
- Original Message -
From: john_Justice
To: jaws-users-
Here is how to stop messages being read automatically.
1. Access the Quick settings menu by pressing INSERT+V.
2. In the Search field, type reading.
3. Down arrow to Automatically Read and uncheck the box.
That should do it.
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
PERSONAL
David,
You did say that it's on the Tips and Tricks page. I just went there and
can't find it. What am I missing?
JOHN AND LINDA JUSTICE
PERSONAL E-MAIL: john_just...@verizon.net
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From: JAWS-Users-List [mailto:jaws-users-list-boun...@jaws-users.com] On
Behalf Of
Norma,
Your folders are arranged in what Windows calls a tree. But, before you
can create a new folder, you first have to choose the option indicating that
you want to move the message to a folder. Once you have checked that box,
you will be presented with a list of your current folders. In
I wanted to compliment Mario on his set of clear concise directions for
performing this Word function.
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Tom,
I'm using Word 2010 and Jaws 17. Here is how I do it.
1. Place your PC cursor on the first line at the beginning.
2. Hold down the shift key and press the Page Down button.
3. Remember. Pages in Word are usually divided into two sections. For a
two page copy, you'll need to press Page
I did a little research on this. When a message is sent electronically and the
message was not processed by a word processor such as Wordpad or Microsoft
Word, the vertical tab is a very important character. It notifies the reader
that the following text was originally placed on another line.
Nice, Ed.
You put everything into one succinct package. Kevin mentioned one
additional issue.
The Windows 10 e-mail client was written using the same language as Edge.
It will not work well with jaws. You can, however, use an already existing
e-mail client in lieu of the one built into Windows
I got the Windows.ios file from the Microsoft website and placed it on my
desktop.
1. Am I correct that I need to completely DELETE Jaws v17 and all its
shared components first
Your best course of action might be to go onto the Freedom Scientific web
site and download the instructions
Here is the subscription link for the Windows 10 group.
windows-10-and-jaws-subscr...@yahoogroups.co.in
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so, are you saying that win 10 would be difficult for a person of average
computer skills?
On 4/26/16, john_Justice <john_just...@verizon.net> wrote:
> Hi Ed,
> I have been using Windows 10 exclusively now for about six months. As
> another list member mentioned, tra
Hi Ed,
I have been using Windows 10 exclusively now for about six months. As
another list member mentioned, transitioning from Windows 7 to Windows 10
will present you with a learning curve. However, once you become familiar
with Windows 10, it is, in my opinion, much more stable and user
Good one, Humberto.
Lawrence, depending on the version of GoldWave you are now using, there are
also output options you might want to look at.
In addition, I suggest that you go to Control Panel and look for the Sounds
entry. However, if your system is playing other sound based files and
working
: Monday, January 18, 2016 7:24 PM
To: jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
Subject: Re: [JAWS-Users] FREE ANYTHING
Please keep your posts related to Jaws.
Thank you,
Richard Q. Justice-list moderator
jaws-users-list@jaws-users.com
- Original Message -
From: "john_Justice" <john_just..
It amazes me that people go crazy when they think that they can get
something valuable for free. I believe that we all have had that
experience. I had an old aunt who lived in Washington DC. She had a saying
which turned up from time to time. My aunt died in 1968 but the validity of
this still
Kevin,
I don't know of any free scanning software. The closest I can come would be
the KNFB Reader. It is an app which works on your cell phone. However, it
costs about $90 normally.
That's a lot less than Open Book for sure.
I believe that there are versions wich work for Android as well.
I must be getting old. I'm using Jaws 17 and Outlook 2010. I don't use the
Jaws Find command much so I have forgotten which key combination it is.
I tried INSERT+F and all that does is read the attributes.
I have a long file that I have to get through. What, for goodness sake, is
the correct
Hello Mike,
I have two reasons for responding to your original message.
Can you send me the procedure for setting up Adobe Acrobat to open in the
manner you described?
Once your .pdf document is displayed, can you virtualize the screen and copy
the document in that way?
The only issue I can see
I'm using a laptop and an older HP wireless keyboard. The Jaws Find command
CONTROL+INSERT+F doesn't work at all on this particular wireless keyboard.
My HP 4140 has a full keyboard with a keypad. I tried the same key
combination on that board and it worked.
There's no way to check for
I found what might be a working solution to this issue with Jaws not reading
certain messages in Windows Live.
I have tried this several times and it does seem to work.
1. In the view Option, go down to Layout and make sure the Reading Pane is
checked.
2. There are options for placing it
Joe.
John Justice here.
1. Open a document in Microsoft Word.
2. Press Insert V to open the Verbosity settings.
3. Down arrow until you hear a reference to headings. Press space bar to
change it to Off.
that should do it, Joe. You think you have problems now. Getting brains
off of a
Andrew, I'm working on this as I am writing this note for you. I did it
when I first got Windows 7 but I can't remember how.
Please look for a second message as soon as I can figure it out.
John Justice
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From: Andrew Head
Margaret, I believe that the correct choice would be Run. A copy of the
voice will be obtained and placed correctly for you. You will be asked
again if you want to download the voices and you will, of course, indicate
yes.
John Justice
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Here you go, Larry.
OUTLOOK EXPRESS, DISPLAYING THE BCC FIELD:
While in any message body, pressing the Alt B key will display the BCC
field. This field appears directly below the CC field and is not visible in
the default setting for Outlook Express.
SETTING THE BCC FIELD FOR PERMANENT
Rick,
The keystroke Albert needed, isn't in that list. In Jaws 10, it was Insert
Control W, but it doesn't seem to be working with Jaws 11. Can you help?
John Justice
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From: Rick Justice ricjust...@jaws-users.com
Sent: Sunday, April 04, 2010
Stephanie,
That sounds like an internet provider problem, rather than a Jaws problem.
but there is something I can suggest.
Check your Junk Mail folder. You may find that some of those messages ended
up in there, depending on how your Windows Live Mail's security settings are
arranged.
John
Here you are, Kim.
1. Highlight the message in question.
2. Go to the Actions menu and down arrow to Junk E-mail.
Press Enter on the option to block sender.
I haven't looked into how to reverse that process yet.
John Justice
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From:
We'll need a bit more information, please. Which e-mail program are you
using?
Do you want the BCC field to always be present or just on one message?
John Justice
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From: Francis E. Khan fek...@tstt.net.tt
Sent: Monday, March 29, 2010 2:38 PM
I'm using jaws 11, Windows 7 and an HP Professional Model 550, notebook
computer.
I have 2 sound cards. The internal card is part of the notebook and I have an
additional Sound Blaster 5 which operates via the USB port.
When I type, Jaws chokes up and sometimes doesn't read the entire word
Michell,
Send Space is a web site from which you can send larger files, those which
are normally too large for your e-mail program to accept. Most, if not all
e-mail services, have a size limit which would prevent you from sending an
attachment which was larger than their maximum allowed
Sue,
The calculator keys are like this.
When the Numlock key is engaged, the large key, normally Insert or the Jaws
key is your 0. On the right side, the keys which are normally Enter, PC
Cursor and Jaws cursor are:
Enter, Plus and Minus.
At the top of the calculator keyboard, the keys read
David, I'm not surprised at all. jaws For Windows outsells any other screen
reader at the rate of 9 to 1. Given that alone, if someone learns that
there is a place where their unusual or difficult Jaws questions can be
answered, why not join it?
John Justice
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