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  • Digital Bytes Writeage For Markdown Conversion Into Word, Editing Home Screen On IOS, and Accessing Inaccessible PDF Files Using ChatGPT

    Digital Bytes Writeage For Markdown Conversion Into Word, Editing Home Screen On IOS, and Accessing Inaccessible PDF Files Using ChatGPT
    Feb 17 2026
    In this edition of Digital Bytes, we are once again providing a diverse set of tips. First, Jonathan discusses Writeage, how it can be used to seamlessly convert markdown into structured, formatted Microsoft Word documents. Next, Chris walks us through editing the home screen on IOS. This is super handy because you can keep all of your apps organized in folders and even reorder where apps go on your home screen. Finally, Desiree delves into something we are sadly all too familliar with; inaccessible PDF files. There is some help however, through ChatGPT and Desiree shows how to utilize that tool.
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    20 m
  • Digital Bytes Icloud Settings, Some Basics With Markdown and JAWS Page Explorer

    Digital Bytes Icloud Settings, Some Basics With Markdown and JAWS Page Explorer
    Feb 3 2026
    In this episode of digital bytes, we once again have three helpful tips. First, Chris talks about settings in Icloud and how you can customize them to sync accross Apple devices. Next, Jonathan begins a series on markdown, starting with some basic formatting tips. Finally, Desiree demonstrates JAWS page explorer for workplace purposes; only available for now under JAWS Professional licenses.
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    23 m
  • Digital Bytes Some Updates For The New Year

    Digital Bytes Some Updates For The New Year
    Jan 23 2026
    Welcome to 2026. We are starting the year out announcing a few changes. I also offer one tip for this episode if you are interested in reading math content.
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    11 m
  • Digital Bytes Innosearch App On iPhone, Creating Tables In Microsoft Word, And A Walk-through Of Quartiles

    Digital Bytes Innosearch App On iPhone, Creating Tables In Microsoft Word, And A Walk-through Of Quartiles
    Nov 24 2025

    This episode is a little longer than usual, but packed with some helpful information and tips.

    First, Desiree discusses and demonstrates the Innosearch app for iOS. She ran into some accessibility barriers and is hoping to help Innosearch make their app better. The two features highlighted are: adding an address in your profile, and chatting with Innosearch through cobrowse AI about a product.

    Next, Jonathan walks through creating and editing tables using Microsoft Word. He gives some helpful tips to set up table properties so that your table is accessible across pages in your document.

    Finally, Chris closes us out with some fun. She will show a word puzzle game in iOS called Quartiles. It is very accessible and a lot of fun.

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    27 m
  • Digital Bytes Mouse Echo With JAWS, Layout Of Zoom P4 Next, and Settings In Microsoft Word For Accessibility

    Digital Bytes Mouse Echo With JAWS, Layout Of Zoom P4 Next, and Settings In Microsoft Word For Accessibility
    Nov 16 2025

    In this episode of digital bytes, we offer tips and info on a new audio recorder.

    First, Desiree talks about the mouse echo feature in JAWS. We go through how to enable it in default settings and then using layer commands to toggle mouse echo options.

    Next, Chris goes over the layout of the new Zoom P4 Podtrack Next recorder. This unit features voice guidance, which enable blind users to change settings and menu options accessibly.

    Finally, Jonathan goes over some preferred settings in Microsoft Word to make the program more efficient when using Jaws or any screen reader.

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    23 m
  • Digital Bytes Exploring The Libby App For iOS, Content Describer For NVDA, and Tracking Changes In Word

    Digital Bytes Exploring The Libby App For iOS, Content Describer For NVDA, and Tracking Changes In Word
    Nov 10 2025

    We are back after some time off due to computer problems. This episode is a little longer, but it is full of a lot of fantastic information.

    First, Chris demonstrates using the Libby app available from her Public Library with iOS. You will get an idea of how the app is laid out and works in searching for, reading samples of and borrowing books.

    Next, Desiree shows an addon for NVDA called AI Content Describer. You can haveNVDA describe images, controls, your screen and more.

    Finally, Jonathan walks through setting up and using track changes in Microsoft word. He will have some tips you can use to more effectively collaborate with sighted colleagues using track changes.

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    29 m
  • Digital Bytes Adding and Working With Comments In Microsoft Word, Settings For Notes App In iOS, and The JAWS Virtual Cursor

    Digital Bytes Adding and Working With Comments In Microsoft Word, Settings For Notes App In iOS, and The JAWS Virtual Cursor
    Oct 20 2025

    Here is another episode full of tips for several things. First, Jonathan will discuss using comments in Microsoft Word. There are many complex things that can be done with comments, these are some basics on how to add, edit and delete comments. Next, Chris will take us to the settings of the Notes app in iOS. The newest iOS updates have added some handy features in Notes and you can manage them in settings.

    Finally, Desiree discusses the JAWS virtual cursor. What is it? Why would you want to turn it off when the default for JAWS is to have it turned on? Desiree shows two scenario’s where turning off the virtual cursor enhances access to some features.

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    23 m
  • Digital Bytes Quick Access Toolbar In Word, Returning To Classic View On iPhone iOS 26 an The VO Starter App

    Digital Bytes Quick Access Toolbar In Word, Returning To Classic View On iPhone iOS 26 an The VO Starter App
    Oct 4 2025

    We missed everyone last week, there were a lot of different things going on with family, but we are back with another episode full of tips for you. First, Jonathan shows how to set up and use the Quick Access Toolbar (QAT) in word. This can make you more efficient performing tasks you do often when writing documents. Then, Desiree talks about the new phone app view in iOS 26. Some may like it, but Desiree was glad to find an alternative. Finally, Chris demonstrates an app that can help you feel more comfortable in voiceover, especially if you are just starting out. You can find out more about this app and others by visiting: Apps – Techopolis Online Solutions

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    20 m