100-140 Question 272
Select 3A user with visual impairments contacts IT support because they are having difficulty reading text on their screen. Which accessibility features should you recommend to improve their user experience?
- A
Screen magnifier to enlarge the content on the screen
- B
Screen reader to convert on-screen text into speech
- C
High contrast mode to improve text visibility
- D
Sticky keys to enable easier keyboard shortcuts
- E
Speech-to-text software to dictate commands to the computer
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Correct answers: A, B, C
Explanation
To support users with visual impairments, accessibility tools like screen magnifiers, screen readers, and high contrast mode are crucial. These tools specifically address the challenges of reading and interacting with on-screen content. While sticky keys and speech-to-text are valuable features, they are better suited for users with other types of disabilities, not visual impairments.
- A. Correct.
A screen magnifier is a helpful tool for users with visual impairments as it enlarges text and images, making them easier to see.
- B. Correct.
Screen readers are specifically designed to assist users with visual impairments by converting on-screen text into spoken words.
- C. Correct.
High contrast mode improves visibility by increasing the contrast between text and background, which is useful for users with low vision.
- D. Incorrect.
Sticky keys are designed for users with mobility impairments, not specifically for visual impairments. This option does not address the issue described in the scenario.
- E. Incorrect.
Speech-to-text software is useful for users with mobility or speech impairments, but it does not directly help with reading on-screen text for visually impaired users.