Re: Checkbook/Checkbook Pro

2016-03-21 Thread Bill Gallik
an option to use “standard checks” to be printed on a photo printer or some such printer that could appropriately handle stock as small as a standard check. * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com > On Mar 20, 2016, at 1:36 PM, Marie Lyons <mlyons...@gmail.com> wrote: >

Re: Checkbook/Checkbook Pro

2016-03-21 Thread Bill Gallik
As much as I would like to be able to answer your question I cannot. At present I’m managing only one account with Checkbook Pro. As soon as the check printing feature is added I will include a second account but for now I really see no point in setting up a second account in the app.

Re: iGrill thermometers accessability

2016-03-13 Thread Bill Gallik
Beyond grilling, I’m curious if anybody can offer suggestions on temperature cooking of any kind - say, for instance, roasting in an oven? Bill & Leader Dog Holland wfgal...@icloud.com -- The following information is important for all members of the Mac Visionaries list. If you have

Documentation of VO Voices

2016-02-29 Thread Bill Gallik
. A kind soul advised me to change the voice, but I wasn’t sure just which voice category to change. Several minutes ago I changed the “Content Category” from Samantha Compact to Tom and, sure enough, typing a “T” is now clearly announced. Thanks to that kind soul! * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik

Re: VoiceOver Turning Off in Inn Box

2016-02-24 Thread Bill Gallik
OK, I’ll take your word for this. I recall that several years ago there was such a “crash string” affecting JAWS on Microsoft computers. This is certainly not out of the realm of possibility! * * * * * * * * *4 Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com > On Feb 24, 2016, at 6:21 AM, Alex Hall &l

Re: VoiceOver Turning Off in Inn Box

2016-02-24 Thread Bill Gallik
A couple of thoughts concerning this problem. First, I assume you executed a + several times while in mail to ascertain if toggling VO on/off was enabled. Second, I wonder if a problem I’m having in mail is not directly related to your problem. Very, very often I find that - when cycling

Checkbook Pro Inexplicably Crashing

2016-02-19 Thread Bill Gallik
offer any thought on what in heck happened? * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- The following information is important for all members of the Mac Visionaries list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post

Re: Any comments on Apple's position against unreasonable search

2016-02-19 Thread Bill Gallik
A much wiser man than myself is quoted as saying, “A society that is willing to surrender privacy for the sake of security shall have neither.” I completely support the position Tim Cook and Apple has taken in this matter. The real question in this matter should be - why isn’t our government

Re: Record your iPad or iPhone screen

2016-02-18 Thread Bill Gallik
Just thought I’d pass along a tip when recording from an iOS device that a few may not be aware of and could benefit. When locating the item you want recorded (a song, a screen, or whatever) turn speech off (3-finger double tap) but leave VoiceOver enabled. What this does is retain the focus

Re: Silent "T" in Yosemite

2016-02-18 Thread Bill Gallik
Well thank you so much Ann! I will certainly take your tip and alter the keyboard voice. (Please note that I attempted to use as many words with a “t” in them as I might!) ;-) * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com > On Feb 18, 2016, at 12:48 AM, Anne Robert

Silent "T" in Yosemite

2016-02-17 Thread Bill Gallik
week. Does anyone have any thoughts on this? Kindly “Thank You” to anyone offering suggestions! * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- The following information is important for all members of the Mac Visionaries list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running

Web Page Form Fields Constantly Dimmed

2016-02-16 Thread Bill Gallik
, paying account, category) are readily accessed. A friend has told me that although VO is reading the field labels the focus is not truly on the given field. Does anybody have a solution for this anomaly? * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- The following information is important

Re: Apple's headphone scam

2016-01-20 Thread Bill Gallik
I have to wonder if Apple is really planning on changing the headphone jack. I also wonder if the eventual iPhone 7 will come complete with the necessary audio jack adapter included? But the bottom line to me is this, if Apple does incorporate an alternative connection to the current jack do

Peculiar Scenario Playing Out in Mail

2015-11-22 Thread Bill Gallik
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Getting Rid of Annoying "Web URL Detected"

2015-11-20 Thread Bill Gallik
I find myself getting extremely annoyed with the incessant “Web URL Detected” announcement that goes ad nauseum while reading some e-mail messages. Can anybody advise me as how to get rid of this? * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- The following information is important

Seeking Referral for PDF

2015-11-19 Thread Bill Gallik
I’ve seen several threads on this list concerning PDF software. I’d like something that would enable me to fill in PDF forms. Does anybody have any preference they will recommend? * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- The following information is important for all members

Re: Seeking Referral for PDF

2015-11-19 Thread Bill Gallik
Thank you Sadam! Bill & Leader Dog Holland wfgal...@icloud.com -- The following information is important for all members of the Mac Visionaries list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list, or if you feel that a member's post is inappropriate, please

Re: El Capitan - Upgrade or Clean Install

2015-11-15 Thread Bill Gallik
I take no exceptions to your contributions! I thoroughly expect that folks are (thankfully) going to present their perspectives. * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com > On Nov 15, 2015, at 7:14 AM, Mabelin Ramirez <mabelinticke...@gmail.com> > wrote: > > You

El Capitan - Upgrade or Clean Install

2015-11-12 Thread Bill Gallik
I’ve been keeping my mind open to various discussions concerning installation of El Capitan and do have a question that may initiate additional such discussion. I wonder if installing El Capitan as an upgrade or as a “clean install” might prove the better approach! And then, there’s the

Re: Acapella TTS voices on Mac OS X

2015-11-10 Thread Bill Gallik
I agree that Sharon is a very clear U.S. English voice. I also think Heather and Ryan are quite good. Actually, all the “normal” voices seem to be quite good, but I have not installed any as of yet to run them through the rigors of daily computer use! Bill & Leader Dog Holland

Re: Get Voiceover to Come Through One Ear

2015-11-07 Thread Bill Gallik
Correct me if I’m wrong, but I suspect this VoiceOver configuration is desired so that another sound source might be channeled through the opposite side? If this is the case, is the suggested solution still feasible? Just thinking aloud! -- The following information is important for all

Curious About Checkbook/Checkbook Pro

2015-10-29 Thread Bill Gallik
or either versions: - Is anyone out here a user of either version? - Are these apps effectively developed to work with VoiceOver? - Is customer support genuinely responsive to the requirements of blind customers? * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- The following information

Anti-Virus et al for Mac

2015-10-26 Thread Bill Gallik
as provide sound protection. Does anybody on this list have any recommendations? * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- The following information is important for all members of the Mac Visionaries list. If you have any questions or concerns about the running of this list

Re: Apple car, anyone?

2015-09-18 Thread Bill Gallik
This thread regarding ACV’s begs the question; when will the “Star Trek” transporters be available? Just think, sitting in a cafe in New York City discussing the Yankees prospects and in the blink of an eye being transported to the ticket line in California in time to take in an afternoon game

Using LOGITECH Headset for Face Time

2015-09-18 Thread Bill Gallik
I’m using a LogiTech USB headset on my Mac mini; this headset has a mike boom. When I attempt to make a Face Time phone call the person to whom I’m talking comes through the internal speaker, how do I direct Face Time to direct conversation exclusively through the headset - input and output

Seeking VO Friendly Checkbook App

2015-09-15 Thread Bill Gallik
I am looking for checkbook software that’s VO friendly. Earlier this morning I installed “Checkbook HD Free,” but found it extremely inaccessible. Thankfully, I did install the free version. Hopefully, someone can advise me of a far more suitable app for my purposes. I should add that I do

Re: How to view email messages individually on the Mac.

2015-05-22 Thread Bill Gallik
done. * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com On May 22, 2015, at 2:00 PM, sadamahmed1...@gmail.com wrote: Thank you very much Matthew! Everything is working to my satisfaction now. You're help has been exemplary. Have yourself a pleasant afternoon, Sadam Ahmed

Re: How to view email messages individually on the Mac.

2015-05-22 Thread Bill Gallik
! * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com On May 22, 2015, at 2:22 PM, Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com wrote: Hi all; If I may, I’d like to offer another solution presented in this thread. As some of you may know, the first column in the “Messages Table” is a “Disclosure Triangle

How Do You Format A USB Drive

2015-05-05 Thread Bill Gallik
I have 64 GB USB drive that I would like to format with my Mac mini but seem to be having some trouble figuring how to do this. Can anybody help? * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries

Need Pointers Regarding OSX Software Developement Environment (SDE)

2015-04-27 Thread Bill Gallik
available as well? - are software management tools readily available? - are GUI based tools accessible via VoiceOver? * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group. To unsubscribe from this group

Anyone Have Experience with VXi Blueparrot Headsets

2015-04-25 Thread Bill Gallik
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Seeking Recommendations for Check Writing Software

2015-04-23 Thread Bill Gallik
All; I’ve been using Talking Checkbook for check writing on my Windows PC for about 10 years. However with my migration to Mac I’m wondering if any similar software is available for Macs? Any and all suggestions are appreciated! * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- You

Need Advice on DJay Pro

2015-04-21 Thread Bill Gallik
? - How do you get a Playlist from iTunes to be queued as the song list? - How do you set up so the next song is not automatically launched? - What button do you select to start playing selected music? Thanks! * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- You received this message

Re: Help needed with DJay pro

2015-04-16 Thread Bill Gallik
out that I was not in the main user dialog window. One big “DUH” for me! * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com On Apr 15, 2015, at 1:02 PM, Scott Davert scottslistm...@gmail.com wrote: Hello Bill. This podcast may help: http://www.applevis.com/podcast/episodes/transform-your-mac

Confused with DropBox on Mac Mini

2015-04-14 Thread Bill Gallik
the files in the shared folder via Safari links, but those files do not show up when using Finder on the Mac. Suggestions, please!!! * * * * * * * * * Bill Gallik wfgal...@icloud.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups MacVisionaries group

Re: Interact with text

2015-04-02 Thread Bill Gallik
There is a Custom button in the Verbosity category, but remember that if you adjust the Interact with Text to remain silent in the mail client the effect will carry over in to all other apps as well. - Bill Leader Dog Holland - Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence

Re: Moderators

2015-03-28 Thread Bill Gallik
Methinks Senor Navarro is in serious need of anger management! - Bill Leader Dog Holland - Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society. - US Humorist, Mark Twain (1835 - 1910) --- This email has been checked for viruses by Avast antivirus software.

Re: Moderators

2015-03-28 Thread Bill Gallik
David; The e-mail address for the group moderator is: macvisionaries+modera...@googlegroups.com - Bill Leader Dog Holland - Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society. - US Humorist, Mark Twain (1835 - 1910) - Original Message - From:

Re: Busy, Busy, Busy -- It's DrivingMe Nuts

2015-03-28 Thread Bill Gallik
my ISP, and two other iMap accounts for other duties all configured through Mail with no busy problems at all. What kind of router are you using? Are you connected via WiFi or ethernet? Later... Tim Kilburn Fort McMurray, AB Canada On Mar 27, 2015, at 08:58, Bill Gallik wfgal

Re: Busy, Busy, Busy -- It's DrivingMe Nuts

2015-03-27 Thread Bill Gallik
I had 3 accounts set up, but when this problem initially manifested itself I disabled all but my iCloud.com account. That is set up as an IMAP account. But, both the iPhones I have also access this account; is it possible that may be causing some sort of problem? - Bill Leader Dog

Audacity on a Mac - Was: Editing Audio

2015-03-04 Thread Bill Gallik
OK, I've got some questions about audacity: - Presumably, audacity comes in a Mac flavor? - Is it reasonably accessible? - Bill Leader Dog Holland - Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society. - US Humorist, Mark Twain (1835 - 1910) - Original Message

Action Completed Sound Effect in iTunes

2015-03-04 Thread Bill Gallik
I've been helping a friend add songs to a playlist but something seems to be askew on her Mac Mini. I've been coaching her in using the Search Music Library for songs she wants to add to her specific playlist; when she selects the desired song from the resulting list she is placed into her

Re: Mac Mini in Trouble

2015-02-23 Thread Bill Gallik
it to speak English. When you turn your Mac mini on for the first time, you should should press command F5 to go through the set up process. Kawal. On 22 Feb 2015, at 14:31, Bill Gallik wfgal...@charter.net wrote: Help!!! My new Mac Mini seems to be totally messed up. When I try to boot, I

Mac Mini in Trouble

2015-02-22 Thread Bill Gallik
Help!!! My new Mac Mini seems to be totally messed up. When I try to boot, I hear nothing. Absolutely nothing. Then, after executing a PROPTIONCOMMAND while pressing the power button to reboot, the start-up chord plays -- again, again, again and again. Can anybody offer any suggestions

Re: Making ringtones

2015-02-07 Thread Bill Gallik
I'm answering this from the perspective of an iPhone user so if I'm all wet with this, please pardon me. I use an app named Ringmaker Pro and it's only $1.99 -- well, certainly not almost $10 for sure. What I consider the major drawback to the RingMaker Pro app is that you are limited to 1

Re: iTunes Questions - 1 Specific 1 General

2015-02-07 Thread Bill Gallik
available for their customers. - Bill Leader Dog Holland - Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society. - US Humorist, Mark Twain (1835 - 1910) - Original Message - From: Bill Gallik wfgal...@charter.net To: E-Mail Group, MacVisionaries macvisionaries

iTunes Questions - 1 Specific 1 General

2015-02-07 Thread Bill Gallik
First; let me confess that I'm not yet a Mac user, but that's about to change very shortly as I purchased a Mac Mini yesterday from the Apple store and it's scheduled to be delivered this coming Tuesday. And (do I get ANY points for this at all?), I've been an iPhone user since late 2012.

Re: Response from Amazon regarding captchas

2015-01-21 Thread Bill Gallik
Seems to me that the CAPTIA is presented when trying to change your password. - Bill Leader Dog Holland - Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society. - US Humorist, Mark Twain (1835 - 1910) - Original Message - From: Karen Lewellen

Re: Using an external hard drive on both Mac and Windows

2015-01-05 Thread Bill Gallik
OK, I find myself somewhat confused here; does this mean that if I have an existing external drive that had been created via Windows NTFS format (yes, complete with desired files) that I will not be able to simply hook it up to my (as of yet not purchased) Mac unless I install specialized

RadioLogicDJ Accessibility Question

2015-01-02 Thread Bill Gallik
There has been some discussion in this list about RadioLogicDJ, I have some questions concerning this program: 1) Can a totally blind person work effectively with this program? 2) Are there provisions within the program for streaming or is it necessary to use NiceCast? 3) Is the feature set

Using Braille Embosser with a Mini Mac

2014-12-28 Thread Bill Gallik
A friend has a list of commands listed in a text file and would like to print them out on her Braille embosser; she had been using the embosser on a Windows laptop with Ducksberry but that's no longer available for her. What does she need to be able to use her Braille embosser to produce a

Re: how to calculate several cells in a row

2014-12-28 Thread Bill Gallik
I can't speak with any certainty if white space cannot be interspersed on a Mac system, but it makes no difference in Excel on Windows. In short, the expressions: SUM(A1:F1) SUM ( A1 : F1 ) are equivalent and syntactically correct (the second sample has spaces interspersed

Re: emoticons

2014-12-28 Thread Bill Gallik
Does this mean that these emoticons are not accessible on OSX? - Bill Leader Dog Holland - Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on society. - US Humorist, Mark Twain (1835 - 1910) - Original Message - From: Devin Prater d.pra...@me.com To:

Re: Uninstalling an application on the Mac

2014-11-28 Thread Bill Gallik
Is that right, the Amazon app for a Mac is not accessible? I have the Amazon app on my iPhone and it's quite accessible! Holland's Boy, Bill - Always acknowledge a fault. This will throw those in authority off their guard and give you an opportunity to commit more. - US Humorist, Mark

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