Status cells constantly display and update the status of screen attributes without entering extra keystrokes. Grade II translator instantly converts screen text into Grade II on the ALVA Braille Terminal while maintaining full text editing capabilities. Users can customize their displays to match their personal needs and the application's requirements. User can switch between cursors being tracked. Auto-skip allows the user to read faster and more easily by reducing keystrokes while automatically skipping blank lines.
Sighted people follow the braille display by observing the optical screen indicator.
Multiple interface options free computer ports for other applications. The bypass port allows users who choose to interface through the parallel port to print normally without having to reconfigure the printer port. Silent thumb keys enable users to control the braille output without removing their fingers from the braille display.