FONT SIZE

Alter looking at my post I decided it should be larger. Let's see if 175% is large enough. The post above is 150%.>

NEW BLOGSPOT

I've been blogger for a few years now and Google changed the design of BlogSpot. I'm writing this post to see what my text looks like. I tried to call Google but they don't have a "live" or real people who answer the phones in their Customer Department. I hope I'll find a solution to the dilemma.

HOW TO CHANGE TEXT SIZE ON MSN HOMEPAGE

Make text larger

Change the size of text and images

Zoom increases or decreases the size of everything on a webpage, including text and images. To change or reset the amount a webpage is zoomed in or out, use these keyboard shortcuts:

• Zoom in: Ctrl + (Plus Sign)
• Zoom out: Ctrl – (Minus Sign)
• Reset page size to 100%: Ctrl+0 (Zero)

Change the size of text

To change the size of text on a webpage, without changing the size of the images, use the browser settings. The following instructions describe how to change the text size in some popular web browsers.

Note
Changing the text size may cause some webpages to render incorrectly in your browser.

Internet Explorer 8

1. Click Page at the top of the browser window, and then click Text Size.
   
2. Choose the text size that you want.
   

Internet Explorer 9

1. Make sure you can see the command bar. If you can’t see it, place your mouse pointer in the blank area to the right of the tabs, right-click, and then choose Command bar.
   
2. On the command bar, click Page, and then click Text Size.
   
3. Choose the text size that you want.
   

Firefox

1. Make sure you can see the menu bar. If you can't see it, place your mouse pointer in the blank area to the right of the tabs, right-click, and then choose Menu Bar.
   
2. On the Menu Bar, click View, and then mouse over Zoom.
   
3. In the Zoom menu, select Zoom Text Only and then click Zoom In or Zoom Out. To return the text to the original size, click Reset.
   

Chrome

1. Click the wrench icon in the upper-right corner of the browser window, and then click Options.
   
2. On the Options page, click Under the Hood and go to the Web Content section.
   
3. In the Font size list, choose the text size you want.
   

Safari

1. Click the page icon in the upper-right corner of the browser window, and then mouse over Zoom.
   
2. In the Zoom menu, select Zoom Text Only and then click Zoom In or Zoom Out. To return the text to the original size, click Actual Size.
   

Note
If you have an MSN subscription account and use MSN software to access your email, look for answers in MSN Explorer help or on the MSN Support website.

Related topics

Basics: MSN accessibility options
Basics: Keyboard shortcuts

WEB SEARCH

Google, the Web-search giant, operates an accessible search site attuned to
the needs of visually impaired users. The service prioritizes its list of Web sites based on simplicity and how well they work with
screen-reading software. Google’s accessible search strategies aim to
help visually impaired readers in several ways, including accessible email, maps with textual directions, a calendar with a speech-friendly user interface, and, of course, searching the Web. Audio alternatives are available for all services that use Google accounts. Google invites users to participate in a user community—sharing tips and identifying what does and does not work well in its accessible services.

The community is found at: groups.google.com/group/accessible.
The Google Accessible Search site is found
at: labs.google.com/accessible.


Lifeglow

Jan. - Feb. 2009 Vol. 26, No. 1

SENIOR SAVVY: TRY THESE SIMPLIFIED COMPUTERS

 

Do you know of any home computers that are specifically designed for senior citizens? I would like to get a computer for my 73-year-old mother, but she’s not computer savvy at all.

-- Look Around
There are actually several computers on the market today that are designed specifically for older boomers and seniors who want, and need, things simple. Here are some top options to check out.

Telikin
For seniors that have little or no computer experience the new Telikin “touch-screen” computer is a wonderful option. Ready to go right out of the box, this innovative computer comes pre-loaded with simplified software that makes accessing the web, email, games, video chat, photo sharing, news, weather and more, just a touch of the screen away. And since it runs on Linux software instead of the standard Windows or Mac OS, it’s a virus-free computer too.
The Telikin comes with a sleek 18.6-inch LCD touchscreen, 320-gigabyte hard drive, built-in speakers, webcam, microphone, wired keyboard and mouse, and provides a unique “tech buddy” feature that can help seniors get computer assistance when needed. Priced at $700. Visit telikin.com or call 800-230-3881 to learn more.
Senior PCs
Sold through Enablemart (enablemart.com, 888-640-1999), Senior PCs are Hewlett-Packard computers that also come completely set-up and ready use, but depending on your mom’s needs, you’ll have several options to choose from.
If you’re your looking for simplified “goof-proof” operation, the Autopilot desktop is the best model. This PC comes equipped with QualiWorld software that provides one-click solutions for tasks like letter writing, preparing a document, surfing the Internet, sending and reading e-mails and much more. The Autopilot also comes with OnTimeRx medication and appointment reminding software, HOYLE Crossword and Sudoku puzzles, a high contrast keyboard, mouse, 17-inch monitor, speakers and a color printer all for $1,125. They also offer this same Autopilot computer in a laptop edition for $1,165.
Or, for seniors with low vision their Vision Plus model may be a better fit. This computer comes pre-configured with everything you need to see your PC, including state-of-the-art screen magnification software, a high visibility keyboard, and an all-in-one printer/scanner for scanning in books, mail and other reading materials for magnification. It also comes with OnTimeRx medication reminder software, HOYLE Crossword and Sudoku puzzles, a 17-inch monitor, mouse and external speakers. The price: $1,255 for the Vision Plus desktop, or $1,895 for the laptop edition.
Kiwi PC
If you’re looking for something more affordable, the new Linux-powered Kiwi PC for seniors is another option to consider. Priced at just $380, this user-friendly computer provides a simplified navigation system, with oversized tool bar, large icons and text that makes it easier to see and use. Other features include a customizable “Me Menu” that provides quick and easy access to frequently visited websites, email and programs straight from the desktop, a color-coded keyboard, 19-inch monitor, and a toll-free phone support line that’s available 24/7. See kiwipc.com, or call 855-255-5494.
iPad2
While it’s not designed specifically for seniors, the Apple IPad2 ($499) is another user-friendly option that has gotten great reviews from older users. See apple.com to learn more.
Jim Miller, a contributor to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book, can be reached at Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070, or visit www.savvysenior.org.

Read more: http://www.bradenton.com/2011/05/31/3231069/try-these-simplified-computers.html#ixzz1NxVvutWT

USING LIVE EMAIL ON AN IPAD

While on vacation this summer I went to my parents house with my laptop equip with my ZoomText and ZoomCaps stickers, ZoomText makes the print larger and reads the text , ZoomCaps stickers are on the keyboard so I can see to type. Well when I got there my laptop wouldn't work with their wireless. I tried to set it up for an hour. I had to borrow my fathers iPad, so I went to check my email and blog, As usual I had to call tech support, my sister. she told me to go to my live email look at the bottom and click (PC view) on the bottom of the page. this allowed me to make the view larger by using my fingers to spread it out. Thank you tech support.

WAVE

WAVE is a free, web-based tool to help web developers make their web content more accessible. WAVE allows anyone to quickly and effectively evaluate the accessibility of their web content. WebAIM continues to develop WAVE and if you'd like to help or have feedback or recommendations, please




Found at webaim.org

BLIND FILE SHARING

Blind File Sharing is a website that provides Internet file storage and file delivery services for visually impaired and blind people. BlindFileSharing.com is very easy to use and is very affordable. There are two plans from which to choose in order to meet your specific needs. First, there is a "Price Per File" plan. This plan simply charges 2 cents per file transfer regardless of file size. This plan is excellent for large file sizes. Next, there is a "Price Per Gigabyte Transferred" plan. This plan simply charges you 75 cents for each gigabyte of data transferred. This plan works well when you have many small files. Blind File Sharing does not advertise and allows users to share files with other people. For more detailed information, please visit the  

Services Page.
This website is developed for visually impaired people. We do not use any graphics or capcha tools. Furthermore, this website does not advertise.
Blind File Sharing provides an easy way to privately share large files and send large files with other people. Once a file is uploaded, you can share links for others to download the file. You always have complete control over your files via FTP. All you need is an FTP client to manage your files.
An account fee of 2 dollars is charged on the first day of each month. Account payments can be made in increments of 10 dollars. The minimum payment is 10 dollars. There is no file size limit. You can store as many files as you want. There is no charge for storing more files in your account.

For more information go to:
http://www.blindfilesharing.com/

ZOOM CAPS

Since Zoom Caps are the most popular page I have I want to update it with the direct link to Maxiaids who sells them. 

 


http://www.maxiaids.com/store/prodList.asp


Maxi-Aids
42 Executive Blvd
PO Box 3209
Farmingdale, NY  11735
800.522.6294