This chapter explains what VoiceOver is, tells you what you need to start using it, and describes the tools and learning aids you can use to learn how to it.

3 - Introduction to Mac OS X

Aug 15th, 2008 9m 7s

This chapter introduces you to the basic features of Mac OS X, information that will help you use VoiceOver more effectively. It also includes a description of the screen layout, windows, the Finder, and System Preferences.

4 - Keyboard Basics

Aug 15th, 2008 10m 21s

Learn about the differences between a Mac and PC keyboard and the key commands used to control VoiceOver. You’ll also learn how to use the built-in keyboard practice and how to set preferences in Mac OS X and VoiceOver if you have difficulty u

5 - VoiceOver Basics

Aug 15th, 2008 24m 15s

Learn how to use VoiceOver to navigate and control the Mac, read and interact with text, controls and objects and adjust basic VoiceOver settings.

6 - Using VoiceOver with Mac OS X

Aug 15th, 2008 22m 17s

Learn how to use the Finder, Dock and Spotlight to manage files, folders and windows, launch and switch between running applications.

7 - VoiceOver Utility and Preferences

Aug 15th, 2008 28m 53s

Learn how to use the VoiceOver utility to customize VoiceOver to suit your needs including setting verbosity, the pronunciation dictionary, web browsing options and more.

8 - Web Browsing and Email

Aug 15th, 2008 25m 53s

Learn how to set up an Internet connection, use Mail and the Safari web browser to send and receive email and browse the Internet.

9 - Reading and Editing Text

Aug 15th, 2008 17m 25s

Learn how to use VoiceOver to read and edit text, check spelling, hear text attributes, and cursor tracking.

10 - Advanced Navigation Skills

Aug 15th, 2008 10m 37s

Learn how to control the keyboard, mouse, and VoiceOver cursors independently, and control the mouse cursor using the keyboard. You’ll also learn how to use the mouse with VoiceOver and how to assign key commands to the NumPad Commander.

11 - Braille

Aug 15th, 2008 17m 38s

Learn how to use refreshable Braille displays with VoiceOver, set Braille options, and customize input keys.

12 - VoiceOver Appendix

Aug 15th, 2008 15m 11s

Hear a list, by category, of all of the key commands you can use to control VoiceOver. The categories in order are: General, Orientation, Navigation, Text, and Interaction.

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