Talking Dictionary
Product Type:
Device modifier
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Product Description:
The Talking Dictionary is a voice output dictionary and spell check program designed for use by individuals who are blind or have low vision. The speech-enabled 250,000-word English dictionary and thesaurus is designed to be used as a standalone program and does not require separate voice output or screen reading software.
Main Features:
- All of the controls are keyboard shortcuts.
- Features include the ability to quickly scroll through various word definitions and synonyms, a tutorial, and built-in help.
- Comes with a “getting started” tutorial, which gives users examples of using the dictionary.
- 250,000 source words and a thesaurus.
- Speaks source words, definitions, synonyms, and spell check alternatives.
- Spells hard to understand source words, synonyms, and spell check alternatives.
- Crossword mode provides searches for partially known words.
- Text and screen size adjustable for partially sighted users.
- Screen reader mode for use with any screen reader - but works without one.
- Browsable from word to word like an electronic book.
- Reads clipboard contents and documents.
- Can be used with other programs.
- Advanced crossword function.
- Highlights word being read to help dyslexic users and users learning English.
- Free formulaic Talking Calculator - CD version only.
- Free Find a Word game - CD version only.
- Free Talking Event Scheduler program - CD version only.
- Free Talking Maze game - CD version only.
Primary Specifications:
- Runs on Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista and Windows XP.
Options & Accessories:
- Available as download only or on a CD with four extra programs.