NVDA

by NV Access

A free, open-source, portable screen reader for Microsoft Windows

Operating system: Windows

Publisher: NV Access

Release : NVDA 2016.2.1

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Non-Visual Display Access (NVDA) - literally translates "Desktop Accessibility without Visual Control". The program is a completely free product for Windows, which allows the category of blind (or visually impaired) users to work with a PC without visual control (application of vision). The program displays all the information for the user by means of speech, as well as on a special Braille display.

NVDA has open source code. This means that anyone who thinks they can make useful changes to the program can participate in the development of the application. The main goal of the project is to realize the possibilities of full reading of the screen without the use of eyesight for the blind people. Programs and devices for the visually impaired cost quite a lot, while NVDA is distributed completely free of charge. NVDA works with 32/64-bit Windows. It is stated that the program can be used successfully even without installing graphics card drivers. The program already supports more than 20 languages, the list is regularly updated. It supports cursive and unspoken Braille displays. Compatibility of NVDA with the most popular speech synthesizers (that is not present, by the way, in paid software of a similar kind) is carried out.

NVDA enables blind or visually impaired individuals to use a PC with audio and Braille feedback.

- support for 20 different languages. When you start the program for the first time, it will immediately speak the user's language using the ESpeak Sound Synthesizer;

- support for numerous Braille displays and sapi4, sapi5, Newfon, festival, RHVoice, capitanSynth speech synthesizers;

- Fully open source and support for global plugins written in Python. Anyone can participate in the development;

- support for 32/64-bit Windows. The program does not require any additional software and drivers to be installed. Works with the initial configuration of OS Windows;

- is distributed completely free of charge.


PROS
Highly customizable to meet individual user needs.
Supports multiple languages and braille displays.
Completely free with open-source code.

CONS
Limited support for some applications and internet browsers.
No built-in Braille display support.
Occasional speech synthesizer instability and crashes.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Robbie
Non-Visual Display Access actually literally translates to desktop accessibility without visual control. Software is a free product designed to allow blind or visually impaired users work with a PC without visual control. Software provides all information by way of speech and a special braille display.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Logan
This software called a “screen reader” is essential to translate visual information verbally, so blind and visually impaired users can make sense of what is on screen
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Cole
I just want to say the NVDA For Windows Program is a must have for you loved ones who cannot read on the screen. I have a family member who is blind and is working from home, so i found this program and so far she loves using this free program. I will say give this program a 4/5 and it is a must have for the blind and can only read braile.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Dylan B.
NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) is a free, open-source screen reader for Microsoft Windows. It is designed to help blind and vision impaired people to use computers by providing them with information about what is being displayed on the screen through synthesized speech and a Braille display.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Aaron Ballbach
I recently started using NVDA screen reader software. The installation process was easy and straightforward. I find the user interface intuitive and user-friendly. It has a great range of features and customization options. I am very impressed by the reliability of the program and its overall performance. It has greatly increased my productivity and has helped me access different types of content with ease. I appreciate the support and help I receive from the NVDA community. I am very satisfied with the software and its features.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Lewis Y.
NVDA is a great softeware that has made it much easier for me to access the internet and use my computr.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner William Y.
This software is a screen reader that allows visually impaired individuals to navigate and access information on a computer. It is a free and open-source program that supports various languages and platforms. It includes features such as Braille display support, speech synthesizer, and keyboard shortcuts. It also provides customization options to adjust settings according to the user's preferences.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Sam L*****k
NVDA software is a free and open-source screen reader that provides access to computers and the internet for people with visual impairments.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner John
An invaluable tool that narrates screen content, making digital navigation more accessible for the visually impaired.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Benjamin
Highly accessible, helpful for visually impaired users.
image/svg+xmlBotttsPablo Stanleyhttps://bottts.com/Florian Körner Adam
Accessible, efficient screen reader.
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