Different screen readers in use – tips & tricks with JAWS, NVDA, Narator & Co.
21. May
10:00
ID: W1011
de
Contents / Description
In this practice-oriented workshop, various screen reader solutions are presented and compared. Participants will gain valuable insights into the use of the most common screen readers such as JAWS, NVDA and Microsoft Narrator. The workshop is aimed at both beginners and experienced users and focuses on the following topics: – Overview of the most important functions and differences between the various screen readers – Practical tips for efficient navigation and operation – Keyboard shortcuts and shortcuts for productive everyday use – Customization options and individual configuration – Solutions for typical problems and challenges – Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and contribute their own experiences. The aim of the workshop is to provide all visitors with concrete assistance for their individual use of screen readers and to improve digital accessibility in everyday life.
Speaker
Karl-Matthias Schäfer is an experienced IT trainer who has been blind since birth. With his expertise in assistive technologies, he has established himself as an expert in digital accessibility.After studying computer science, he dedicated himself to training people with visual impairments in the use of technical aids. As a sought-after speaker, he has been sharing his in-depth knowledge of screen readers, Braille displays and audiobooks for people with reading impairments at specialist conferences and workshops for over 15 years.
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Meetinginformation & Help
Event-No.: W1011
Date: 21.05.25
Time: 10:00 – 11:30
Zoom-ID: 847 5782 4465
Zoom-Code: 685112
You can take part in the lecture free of charge, either online or by telephone via ZOOM.
Please mute your microphone when joining the online lecture. Questions can be asked via the chat and will be forwarded live by our staff to the speakers either in the chat or at the end of the lecture.
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Participation
The SightCity workshops offer a diverse program for work, everyday life and leisure. From professional development and creative workshops to exercise and relaxation offers – here you will find inspiring sessions for your personal and professional development. Experience practical sessions under expert guidance, exchange ideas with like-minded people and discover new perspectives and opportunities.
- Participation options:
- Presence on site (Kap Europa, Frankfurt)
- Online participation via livestream
- Limitation of participants:
- On site: 20 people
- Online: 100 Personen
- Participation fee:
Registration process:
- Fill out the following registration form completely
- Select your desired type of participation (presence/online)
- You will receive a confirmation e-mail within 3 working days
- The confirmation e-mail contains:
- For attendance: your confirmation of attendance (valid as admission authorization)
- For online participation: The access data for the livestream
- Information on payment of the participation fee, if applicable
Important notes:
- Registration is binding
- Places will be allocated according to the number of registrations received
- If you are unable to attend, please cancel in good time so that other interested parties can take your place
- In exceptional cases, remaining places can be booked directly at the SightCity reception on the day of the event
- The availability of last-minute places cannot be guaranteed
Please note: Prior registration is strongly recommended as capacities are limited.
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