In-Reply-To: <96Jul18.002530edt.58515(3)@info.utcc.utoronto.ca>
Doug McCorkle wrote
"Good idea, Michael -- it should have occurred to me that this feature would
benefit parkies like my Mom.
Please note that Windows 3.x has a similar feature under "Keyboard" in its
"Control Panel" application."
MicroSoft used to produce a free package "ACCESS PACK FOR PERSONS WITH
DISABILITIES" giving wider control of the keyboard and mouse. It has a range of
features for "sticky keys, bounce keys, etc. I can't remember where I
downloaded the package (should be available from MS, I'll keep looking) but the
following is an extract from help doc:-
Access Pack for Microsoft Windows makes it easier for users to control the
keyboard
and mouse when using Windows versions 3.0 or 3.1. It is designed primarily for
individuals with motion-related disabilities who may have difficulty using the
computer
keyboard or mouse, and for individuals who prefer visual feedback in place of
sounds.
Access Pack provides the following features:
StickyKeys allows single-fingered typing
SlowKeys ignores keys which are pressed accidentally or for a
short time
RepeatKeys adjusts or disables the keyboard repeat rate
BounceKeys ignores keys which are pressed too quickly or at the
same time
MouseKeys allows control of the mouse cursor using the keyboard
ToggleKeys provides audio queues when toggle keys are turned on or
off
SerialKeys allows control of the computer using an alternate input
device
ShowSounds provides a visual cue when sounds are generated
TimeOut turns off the Access features when they're not being used
Bob Hills
Leeds, England
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