Planning your User Interview
amber2024-08-22T12:05:57-04:00When it comes to running an effective User Interview, a little planning can go a long way. We’ve outlined some points to help kickstart your planning.
Why I use Dragon NaturallySpeaking
amber2024-04-08T19:19:33-04:00One of the ways someone with a physical disability can navigate the world of computers, e-mails, and social media is to use a speech recognition program. There are a few well-known proprietary versions, such as MacSpeech and Windows Speech Recognition, but none are as popular or advanced as Dragon NaturallySpeaking (Dragon).
How does screen magnification software work?
amber2024-12-09T11:28:08-05:00“Screen Magnification”, and its related features are used to provide a range of solutions to help individuals with low vision access information.
How do we talk about disability?
amber2024-04-08T19:01:48-04:00Disability is a sensitive topic. Fear of saying something wrong prevents people from having conversations about disability.
Neurodiversity 101
amber2024-04-08T18:57:16-04:00Every person who lives with cognitive challenges may experience them to different degrees, and be affected in different ways. Here are some tips that are helpful to everyone.
The voice behind screen readers
amber2024-08-26T10:59:23-04:00Speech synthesizers are computer systems used to imitate speech, reading out text input in a simulated voice. Finding a speech synthesizer that works for you can take time and research.
Why fair pay for testers matters
amber2024-04-08T18:48:53-04:00Fair pay for testers matters, for many reasons. If you’re considering seeking out volunteer accessibility testers, here are some reasons to help you reconsider.
Physical disabilities 101
amber2024-04-08T18:55:36-04:00Physical disabilities include any limitations of muscular control, any pain that has an impact on movement, missing limbs, and others. In some cases, physical disabilities can even be temporary. Those who have physical challenges may use a wide variety of tools to help them access websites and apps.
Visual impairment 101
amber2024-09-16T12:51:06-04:00While often discussed as a single group, there are many differences that exist for people with visual challenges. A users level of vision, as well as their personal preferences, will contribute to the type of assistive technology they use - a screen reader, screen magnification software, or both.
Task flows: A tester’s perspective
amber2024-04-08T18:38:44-04:00When creating a Compatibility Test on Fable, the type of feedback you get can often depend on the type of instructions you give in your task flow. Here are some tips to help you get exactly the kind of feedback you’re looking for.