This section explores technology that can be used to control computers, tablets, and mobile devices beyond the use of conventional keyboard and mouse options.
Built-in Features and Operating Systems
Desktop systems
Windows built-in accessibility features include features that assist with alternative control.
Mac built-in accessibility features include features that assist with alternative control. (TO COME)
Mobile
Android built-in accessibility features include features that assist with alternative control. (TO COME)
iOS (iPad and iPhone) built-in accessibility features include features that assist with alternative control. (TO COME)
Browsers
Chrome OS built-in accessibility features include features that assist with alternative control. (TO COME)
Hardware
Alternative Physical Keyboards
keyboard layouts and other enhancements that support typing or text entry.
Alternative Mouse Systems
Other systems include pointing devices, trackballs, and keypads.
Notetakers and Non-Display based Personal Digital Assistant (PDA)
PDAs are portable computers designed to be organizers, notetakers, or communication devices.
Switches
Switches are used to operate a computer interface where manual dexterity is required.
Software and Apps
On-Screen Keyboards
onscreen keyboards generally appear on the device display and remain visible.
Voice Recognition Software
Voice Recognition allows a person to use their voice to control a device. Voice recognition may be used to dictate text into a device or to give commands such as opening apps, pulling down menus, adjusting settings, or saving work.
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Technology is always changing so please let us know if you know of a new technology we should consider adding to this section.