What are Keyboard Shortcuts?
Keyboard shortcuts are combinations of keys pressed together to quickly perform a specific action without using a mouse. These shortcuts enhance efficiency by enabling faster navigation and task completion. They are especially useful for individuals who rely on screen readers or prefer keyboard navigation over a mouse in various computer programs and operating systems.
What is Screen Reader Support?
Screen reader support refers to the features, tools, and optimizations that enable screen readers to interpret and convey digital content to visually impaired or blind users. Screen readers are assistive technologies that convert on-screen text into speech or Braille output, allowing users to navigate applications, websites, and documents without relying on visual cues.
This collection provides valuable resources covering commonly used operating systems and applications, helping users maximize accessibility and productivity through keyboard shortcuts and screen reader support.
Microsoft
Keyboard Shortcuts
- Windows Keyboard Shortcuts – Common shortcuts for navigation, task management, and productivity on Windows.
- Windows Keyboard Shortcuts for Accessibility – Shortcuts designed to improve accessibility for users with disabilities.
- Microsoft 365 Keyboard Shortcuts – Quick commands for Word, Excel, Outlook, and other Microsoft 365 apps.
- Microsoft Edge Keyboard Shortcuts – Shortcuts for browsing, tab management, and navigation in Microsoft Edge.
Screen Reader Support
- Use a Screen Reader With Microsoft 365 Apps – Learn how to navigate and use Microsoft 365 applications with a screen reader.
- Use a Screen Reader to Explore and Navigate the Start Menu in Windows – Instructions on accessing and navigating the Start menu using a screen reader.
- Use a Screen Reader to Explore and Navigate File Explorer in Windows – Guide on managing files and folders in Windows with a screen reader.
- Use a Screen Reader to Explore and Navigate Settings in Windows – Learn how to adjust system settings using a screen reader for better accessibility.
Apple
Keyboard Shortcuts
- Mac Keyboard Shortcuts – Essential shortcuts for navigation, multitasking, and productivity on macOS.
- Mac Accessibility Shortcuts – Shortcuts designed to enhance accessibility for users with disabilities on Mac.
- Safari on Mac Keyboard Shortcuts – Quick commands for browsing, tab management, and navigation in Safari.
- Spotlight Keyboard Shortcuts – Shortcuts to quickly search, open apps, and find files using Spotlight on Mac.
Screen Reader Support
- VoiceOver command charts – A reference guide for VoiceOver keyboard commands on Mac.
- Use VoiceOver Gestures on Mac – Learn touch gestures for navigating macOS with VoiceOver.
- Use VoiceOver to browse webpages on Mac – Guide on using VoiceOver for web navigation in Safari and other browsers.
Keyboard Shortcuts
- Google Chrome Keyboard Shortcuts – Quick commands for efficient browsing, tab management, and navigation in Chrome.
- Chromebook Keyboard Shortcuts – Essential shortcuts for navigating and managing tasks on Chrome OS.
Screen Reader Support
- Chromebook Screen Reader Overview – Introduction to ChromeVox, the built-in screen reader for Chrome OS.
- Hear Text Read Aloud – Learn how to use text-to-speech features to have on-screen text read aloud.
Other Applications
- Mozilla Firefox Keyboard Shortcuts – Quick commands for browsing, tab management, and navigation in Firefox.
- Adobe Acrobat Keyboard Shortcuts – Essential shortcuts for navigating, editing, and managing PDFs in Adobe Acrobat.