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screen reader
Software program which converts screen elements such as text, images, or buttons, displayed in the computer into Braille or speech. Assistive technology used by visually impaired or blind people to interpret what appears on the computer screen through braille output, audio icons or speech synthesisers.
Alternative Names
assistive technology for readingtext-to-speech software
Essential for these occupations
screen reader is listed as an essential skill for 3 occupation(s).
Optional for these occupations
screen reader is a useful but optional skill for 11 occupation(s).
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