Screen reader

Summary: Screen readers convert text and image alternative text (alt text) into audio or Braille. They can also be the only way some people access and interact with on-screen information.

Screen readers support a variety of input methods, including keyboard, speech control, touch screen gestures, dedicated braille keyboards, and more.

  • People who are blind
  • People with low vision
  • People with learning differences, such as dyslexia
  • People learning a new language
  • Android TalkBack
  • ChromeVox
  • JAWS
  • NVDA
  • MacOS VoiceOver

Try it out

Have you ever wondered how those who are blind or low vision navigate a website? Try navigating a site with different screen readers with this screen reader training on the Alphabet Accessibility Academy.

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