Freedom Scientific Training Podcast

In this episode of "20 Minute Tech Tips," we discuss the enhancements made to the Picture Smart AI feature in the July update of JAWS 2024. Picture Smart AI describes image content using AI technology like, ChatGPT and Claude. One significant addition is the "all-in-one" command, which simplifies obtaining image descriptions by recognizing the context of the file or application in focus. We demons...

Listen in to improve your online shopping experience with the Picture Smart AI feature in JAWS. We'll provide an overview of the feature, discuss new enhancements, and show you how to navigate popular shopping sites, search for products, and generate image descriptions to gain deeper insights about products. In addition, you'll learn how to: Get image descriptions when searching for products via s...

Are you looking for ways to navigate and manage Zoom meetings more efficiently with JAWS? Listen in to part two of this session of "Schedule and Manage Zoom Meetings with JAWS." We'll show you how to perform several meeting-related tasks. Learn how to: Manage chat Share screen content Use Picture Smart AI to describe shared content Manage participants Use Face in View to verify camera setup Freedo...

Are you looking for ways to navigate and manage Zoom meetings more efficiently with JAWS? Listen in to part one of this session of "Schedule and Manage Zoom Meetings with JAWS." We'll show you how to perform several meeting-related tasks. Learn how to: Schedule and join a meeting Access keyboard commands and settings Freedom Scientific Presenters: Elizabeth Whitaker and Rachel Buchanan

  In this Tech Tip, we provide a detailed walkthrough of the Microsoft Store. We explain how to use JAWS to access and navigate the store, search for apps, and utilize various features. We also cover the types of content available, including apps, games, and AI tools, and describe different ways to access the store, such as through the desktop shortcut, taskbar, and Windows search. Additionaly, we...

Listen in once again as Ron Miller discusses how JAWS users can utilize the Microsoft Search tool to enhance the Microsoft 365 Experience. Part one is also available if you haven't listened yet!

Listen in as Ron Miller discusses how JAWS users can utilize the Microsoft Search tool to enhance the Microsoft 365 Experience. Discussion topics include search in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Part two is coming soon!    

In this episode of "Teaching Resources with Ron Miller," we will explore the following topics: Navigating the Microsoft Teams Interface Reading and Composing Chat Messages in Teams Joining Meetings in Teams Scheduling Meeting in Teams

In this podcast episode, Ron Miller provides detailed guidance on how to use Microsoft Word's features to organize files efficiently. The discussion begins with creating folders directly within Word, which many users typically do via File Explorer. Ron then explains the process of handling unsaved documents when Word crashes or closes unexpectedly. Get to know Word's auto-recovery system and how t...

20 Minute Tech Tips is back with another episode on Picture Smart AI. This time, we're showcasing the new Chat feature, and demonstrating how conversing with Picture Smart AI can help you fine tune your description results! Freedom Scientific Unveils Revolutionary PictureSmart AI for JAWS – Transforming Accessibility with AI-Powered Image Descriptions Announcing the launch of PictureSmart AI, a gr...

Are you new to using Microsoft OneNote with JAWS? Need a way to create notes and keep up with important information? Then check out our latest episode. We'll provide an overview of the OneNote interface, plus show you how to organize, manage, and share notes to improve collaboration and productivity.

In this Training, Ron Miller will discuss: JAWS Command search JAWS Find Command Virtualize The Current Window JAWS Speech History JAWS Utility Folder  

Listen in to our new series, 20 Minute Tech Tips. Hear Elizabeth Whitaker as she demonstrates a few powerful tips for Searching in Gmail. For more tips for transitioning from Basic HTML to Standard view in Gmail, check out our previous training: https://www.freedomscientific.com/webinars/transitioning-from-basic-html-view-to-standard-view-in-gmail-with-jaws/    

In this Training, Ron Miller will discuss: Using the JAWS Help System Screen Sensitive Help Keyboard Help App specific Help Hotkey Help Windows Key Help –– The JAWS ® Training page is your one-stop source for finding free training materials, in a variety of formats, and on a range of topics. https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/jaws/

Are you new to Google Docs and JAWS? Want to learn how to write, edit, and navigate documents more efficiently? Then check out our podcast. We'll provide an overview of the Docs layout, demonstrate powerful features to help you create and manage documents more efficiently, and show you keyboard shortcuts to increase productivity. https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/freewebinars/

In this short demo, Elizabeth Whitaker demonstrates file navigation and search within the newest version of Microsoft Teams (April 2024).

Ron Miller demonstrates the Speech History Feature in JAWS. JAWS Speech History gives you the ability to review the last 500 announcements that were spoken by the speech synthesizer. If you miss one or more messages spoken by JAWS, you can press INSERT+SPACEBAR, followed by H to open a Results Viewer window containing up to the last 500 announcements spoken by the synthesizer. When the Speech Hist...

Do you use Microsoft Teams at home, work, or school? Need tips for navigating the new Teams with JAWS? Listen in to us and our special guest, Brett Humphrey from Microsoft for, "An Introduction to the New Teams with JAWS." We'll provide an overview of the Teams interface and show you how to: Navigate to different views and panes Use keyboard commands to perform important tasks Navigate teams and c...

Our training series for teachers and assistive technology instructors serves as a guide to use when teaching JAWS. Through its targeted lessons, quizzes, and a multitude of free resources, you will gain new skills to help you train your students and clients. Listen as Ron Miller gives a tutorial on how to read and edit text in JAWS. (Part 1 also available) For more Teaching Resources, you can visi...

Listen in to our new series, 20 Minute Tech Tips. We're excited to kick off this new monthly podcast with a dive into Picture Smart AI, an all new feature in JAWS and Fusion as of March 2024. Freedom Scientific Unveils Revolutionary PictureSmart AI for JAWS – Transforming Accessibility with AI-Powered Image Descriptions Announcing the launch of PictureSmart AI, a groundbreaking feature in the JAWS...

The new Split Braille feature in JAWS 2024 gives Braille display users powerful new functionality, including the ability to view content from different locations on the same Braille line using one of several types of views. When a Split Braille view is active, your Braille display is split into two halves, or regions. Additionally, two vertical lines are displayed between the two regions to show t...

The new Split Braille feature in JAWS 2024 gives Braille display users powerful new functionality, including the ability to view content from different locations on the same Braille line using one of several types of views. When a Split Braille view is active, your Braille display is split into two halves, or regions. Additionally, two vertical lines are displayed between the two regions to show t...

Our training series for teachers and assistive technology instructors serves as a guide to use when teaching JAWS. Through its targeted lessons, quizzes, and a multitude of free resources, you will gain new skills to help you train your students and clients. Listen as Ron Miller gives a tutorial on how to read and edit text in JAWS. (Part 2 coming soon) For more Teaching Resources, you can visit h...

Are you looking for ways to navigate and customize your Outlook Calendar with JAWS more efficiently? Then listen to part two of our podcast, Ten Tips for Customizing Your Outlook Calendar with JAWS. Check out part one if you haven't! https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/freewebinars/

Are you looking for ways to navigate and customize your Outlook Calendar with JAWS more efficiently? Then listen to part one of our podcast, Ten Tips for Customizing Your Outlook Calendar with JAWS. Part Two coming soon! https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/freewebinars/