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What is Screen Readers

Handbook of Research on AI-Based Technologies and Applications in the Era of the Metaverse
Screen readers are assistive technology devices that allow visually impaired users to access digital content. They read the content aloud using synthesized speech and provide an auditory representation of the visual content on a screen.
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Advancements in Guidance Systems and Assistive Technologies for Visually Impaired Individuals
P. Shobha (Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, India) and N. Nalini (Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, India)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-8851-5.ch022
Abstract
Visually challenged people form a large population segment, with estimates starting from tens of millions to hundreds of millions worldwide. Integration into society is a major and current goal for them. A substantial attempt has been taken into ensuring a healthcare system. To aid visually impaired people to live a usual life, several guidance system strategies are created. These systems are oftentimes created for a single purpose. The internet has become a necessary means for people to acquire knowledge and information. Today, unfortunately, the advantages of this mighty tool are still away from visually impaired people, and they find difficulty in accessing the web. Over the years, people built different technologies and tools that can help the visually impaired in reaching out to the outside world.
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Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 3.0: Empowering Visually Impaired Learners With Inclusive Web Design
Screen readers are assistive technology software applications that help visually impaired individuals browse the web by converting on-screen content into synthesized speech or braille output. By audibly describing webpage elements and providing navigation options, screen readers enable visually disabled users to independently access online information, interact with websites, and participate in digital activities. Web developers play a crucial role in ensuring that websites are designed in an accessible manner, allowing screen readers to accurately interpret and convey content to visually impaired users.
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Comparing Approaches to Web Accessibility Assessment
Special applications that vocalize the onscreen data. Pages are typically read from the top left to the bottom right, line by line, one word at a time.
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