These same options can be accessed from the Windows operating system Control Panel. Features in software. Features such as customizable color and the ability to zoom in on text and screen images can help make software readily accessible. Many of these features are built into many software programs and may be accessed from the Format or View menus. However, most people with disabilities need to use mainstream software programs to take advantage of the latest features and to facilitate working or sharing information with their friends and coworkers.
Some software is created specifically to meet the needs of people with disabilities.
For example, some word processing programs are being designed to integrate voice and text to help individuals with limited abilities read or type. Examples of What's Being Done For visual impairments. Some software and operating system features can be adjusted to satisfy the needs of people with low vision impairments. For instance, text and images can be made larger or higher in contrast and the appropriate use of color can accommodate color-blindness. For people with severe visual impairments, computers can be made accessible with screen review aids that translate on-screen text to speech or to a dynamic, refreshable, Braille display.