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Welcome to the official Freedom Scientific Mastodon profile. Freedom Scientific, a Vispero company, is the largest worldwide manufacturer of assistive technology products for blind and low vision individuals.
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Learn AI - Freedom Scientific

    Unlock the Power of AI in the Workplace and discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can increase your productivity and independence. AI is reshaping how we work, from automating routine tasks to generating content and streamlining data. In this interactive training series, you will learn to use tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Microsoft Copilot […]

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Creating accessible presentations helps ensure everyone can fully participate and engage.

Join Brian Elton on Wednesday, April 29 at Noon ET for a live webinar on how to create and deliver accessible virtual presentations. You’ll learn practical tips for designing clear, inclusive content and making your meetings more accessible for all.

Register today: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8Wi2JD_rT1aFmv8CLcoutw#/registration

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A very useful JAWS feature that many new users may not be aware of is the Commands Search feature. This tool helps you quickly find the keyboard shortcut for almost any JAWS command.

To use Commands Search:

- Press INSERT+SPACEBAR to activate the JAWS layered command.
- Press J to open the Commands Search.
- Type a word or part of a command (for example, “line” or “read”).
- JAWS will display a list of matching commands and their keystrokes.

Learn more: https://www.freedomscientific.com/webinars/jaws-30th-anniversary-training-use-jaws-command-search-to-look-up-keyboard-commands/

Join us in one hour for a live webinar on navigating Track Changes and Comments in Word with JAWS. ACVREP credits available during live webinar.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dfwjV0gdRmKgqYve4GWKQA#/registration

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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Use Track Changes and Comments to Revise Word Documents with JAWS. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Track Changes in Microsoft Word lets you see edits made by different users, while Comments allow reviewers and collaborators to ask questions or suggest changes without modifying the original text. Together, these features make it easier to review, collaborate on, and finalize documents efficiently. In this webinar, we will provide an overview of Track Changes and Comments in Word, and show you how to: • Turn on and navigate Track Changes • Choose how changes are displayed in your document • Display a list of changes in the JAWS Virtual Viewer • Accept or reject changes • Navigate and read comments • Access the Comments pane • Display a list of comments in the Virtual Viewer • Add and reply to comments Vispero Presenters: Elizabeth Whitaker and Rachel Buchanan ACVREP Credits: ACVREP credits will be available for those who attend the live webinar. Help Us Spread the Word: Please feel free to share this with someone you think might benefit from attending.

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How do I make JAWS read the screen or specific parts of text?

A few key commands can help you quickly review information:

• Read current line: INSERT+UP ARROW (CAPS LOCK+I on a laptop)
• Read all: INSERT+DOWN ARROW (CAPS LOCK+DOWN ARROW on a laptop)
• Read current word: INSERT+RIGHT ARROW (CAPS LOCK+K on a laptop)
• Read current character: INSERT+LEFT ARROW (CAPS LOCK+COMMA on a laptop)

These simple commands give you more control over how you read and navigate content.

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InsertJ Club - Freedom Scientific

Welcome To the Insert J Club! In honor of the 30th anniversary of JAWS, we are excited to launch the Insert J Club, an exclusive community for users of our JAWS, ZoomText, and Fusion software. Connect with us to receive access to our Insert J Club online community, special events, and members-only content. What Is […]

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Join us Thursday, April 16 at noon ET to learn how Track Changes and Comments in Word can help you review, collaborate on, and finalize documents more efficiently with JAWS.

ACVREP credits available during live webinar.

Register now: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dfwjV0gdRmKgqYve4GWKQA#/registration

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Make web navigation easier with JAWS.

This archived training session covers five powerful techniques to help you work through complex web pages, including using custom labels, adjusting verbosity, and leveraging AI tools like Picture Smart and AI Labeler.

Access the training: https://freedomscientifictraining.libsyn.com/5-tips-for-navigating-complex-web-pages-with-jaws

Freedom Scientific Training Podcast: 5 Tips for Navigating Complex Web Pages with JAWS

Struggling with cluttered or poorly labeled websites? In this Insert J Club training session, Ron Miller shares five powerful tips to help you navigate complex web pages more efficiently with JAWS. You’ll learn how to: Assign custom labels to HTML elements Use Picture Smart and AI Labeler for better context Adjust web verbosity for smoother reading Take advantage of Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge Compile lists of links, buttons, and other elements (Bonus!) Set personalized web settings for your favorite sites These tools and techniques will save you time, reduce frustration, and make browsing the web more accessible. 📌 Explore more training resources, webinars, and podcasts at: freedomscientific.com/training

Have you registered? Join us on April 16 at Noon Eastern Time for a live training webinar on using Track Changes and Comments in Microsoft Word with JAWS.

We will walk through how to review edits, navigate comments, and manage document revisions so you can collaborate more effectively and work with confidence.

ACVREP credits available during live webinar.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dfwjV0gdRmKgqYve4GWKQA#/registration

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Training Podcast - Freedom Scientific

Want the convenience of listening to the step-by-step instructional demos we provide on a device other than your computer? Freedom Scientific’s audio training content is now available for download on your smartphone or tablet, and for streaming on your Amazon Echo or Google Home Assistant! The Freedom Scientific Training Podcast places free audio training content […]

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