Using Magnification Tools
Users who have low-vision and need to magnify the site pages most or all of the time may find that using magnification software works better for them when viewing the site pages, because there are more options for choosing magnification strength and other helpful display settings designed for the low-vision user.
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Magnification Software
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ZoomText |
ZoomText is available for Windows operating systems only. In addition to magnification functionality, ZoomText also tells the user what actions are taking place. |
Microsoft Magnifier |
Magnifier is available on Windows XP Professional, and Windows 7. In addition to magnification functionality, Magnifier has settings for color contrast. |
Mac OS X |
Zoom is available on Mac OS X. The magnification level can be chosen and magnification can be turned on or off using the keyboard. (ALT + Apple + “+” ALT + Apple + “-“ ALT + Apple + 8 to turn on/off) |
Mouse with magnifier |
Magnification is available with several computer mice including:
By using a button on the mouse, magnification can be turned on and off. The magnification level and size of the magnification window can be selected. |