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- Web Content Accessibility will enable people with visual impairments to access the website using assistive technologies, such as screen readers.
- Screen readers convert on-screen text into synthesized speech or Braille output, allowing users to navigate and understand digital content effectively.
- They interpret website elements such as headings, links, forms, and images, based on proper HTML structure and accessibility tags.
- Ensuring compatibility with major screen readers like NVDA, JAWS, and ORCA enhances inclusivity and user experience.
- Accessible design practices, such as using alt text for images and ARIA labels for dynamic content, further support assistive tools.
- By following the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), organizations can make their digital platforms usable by everyone, regardless of ability.
- Regular accessibility audits and user testing with assistive technologies ensure ongoing compliance and improvement.
List of Popular Screen Readers (Windows & Linux)
| Sr. No. | Screen Reader | Operating System | Website | Free / Commercial |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Non Visual Desktop Access (NVDA) | Windows | http://www.nvaccess.org/download/ | Free |
| 2 | Job Access With Speech (JAWS 64bit) | Windows | http://www.freedomscientific.com/Downloads/JAWS | Free |
| 3 | Screen Access For All (SAFA) | Windows | http://safa-reader.software.informer.com/download/ | Free |
| 4 | Hal | Windows | http://www.yourdolphin.co.uk/productdetail.asp?id=5 | Commercial |
| 5 | JAWS | Windows | http://www.freedomscientific.com/Products/Blindness/JAWS | Commercial |
| 6 | Supernova | Windows | http://www.yourdolphin.co.uk/productdetail.asp?id=1 | Commercial |
| 7 | Window-Eyes | Windows | https://www.freedomscientific.com/products/blindness/ | Commercial |

