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Re: Clock Sounds

Sugar Lopez
 

Hi Howard
I have that program installed on my lap top and desk top
I have the KuKu sound that chimes every hour.
I open the icon and I usually tab around to find it. I have it in my system tray for easier access to me.
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From: main@TechTalk.groups.io <main@TechTalk.groups.io> On Behalf Of Howard Traxler
Sent: Monday, August 19, 2019 4:23 PM
To: TechTalk <main@TechTalk.groups.io>
Subject: [TechTalk] Clock Sounds

Some time ago, I must have downloaded a program called Clock Sounds. Today, I installed it. Now it seems to start whenever I start Windows. It makes sounds like the British Big Ben on the hour. It simply starts and runs. There doesn't seem to be a way to configure it to play the different types of chimes that came with it or play on the quarter hour.


Wonder if anyone else has played with this program?


Thanks.


Howard
Re: Help wanted for Using Zoom Meetings for the first time, please

Abbie Taylor
 

Once you click on the link, you should be taken directly into the app and into the meeting. You'll need to click on something that says, "Call with device audio." Once you do that, you should be in. You should be able to mute yourself, raise your hand, and view a list of participants. I hope this is helpful.
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Clock Sounds

Howard Traxler
 

Some time ago, I must have downloaded a program called Clock Sounds.  Today, I installed it.  Now it seems to start whenever I start Windows.  It makes sounds like the British Big Ben on the hour.  It simply starts and runs.  There doesn't seem to be a way to configure it to play the different types of chimes that came with it or play on the quarter hour.


Wonder if anyone else has played with this program?


Thanks.


Howard
Trouble Getting a Word Count in Libre Office

Sharon Hooley
 

Hi,


I'm trying to get a word count in a document using Libre Office 6.2.5, the most recent update I see for the Main installation,  on my up-to-date Windows 10 laptop using latest version of NVDA I found.  When I try opening Word Count in the written document, I only see Document Recovery dialogs.  It doesn't seem to matter whether I discard or start and finish recovery of the selected file, even in starting as safe mode.  Anything else I should try, or should I just give up and use Jarte?


Thanks for any input I can get,


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Re: Braille labelers

Vicki W
 

Please let us know how it works.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc." <ukekearuaro@...>
To: <main@TechTalk.groups.io>
Sent: Sunday, August 18, 2019 2:17 AM
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] Braille labelers


Victor, you do have a point. However, I'm a store owner working by myself.
Occasionally, I get help in making sure that items are properly arranged on
the shelves. However, my sighted helpers do move stuff absent-mindedly into
wrong slots. Now I must LABEL EVERY PRODUCT in Braille for easy
identification, and to make it easy for me to put items back in their
correct slot when it has been moved inadvertently. Using a stylus, yes,
I'll get it done at last, but I may need to bring me a bed and a couch to
the store, <LOL>!

If I can play with the Six Dot Braille Labelmaker prior to purchase, I'll go
that route. I listened to a Blind CoolTech demo on Logan Tech's website and
it seemed that the guy doing the demo hit some snag. I don't need the
QWERTY anything, just the regular Perkins keyboard will suffice.

Sincerely,
Olusegun
Denver, Colorado
Re: Braille labelers

Vicki W
 

That's exactly what I'm going to do. I had my right wrist fused three years ago, so it's not too easy anymore, but for labels, and close to $800.00, I'll manage just fine!.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Victor" <victorelawrence@...>
To: <main@techtalk.groups.io>
Sent: Saturday, August 17, 2019 4:43 PM
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] Braille labelers


I know that most of us are slower using a slate and stylus then we are using a braille keyboard, but maybe it would be best to use a slate and stylus with the right kind of labeling tape for whatever you need. On another list I’m on, there are people who use a slate and stylus to label things.

Victor
On Aug 17, 2019, at 4:36 PM, Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc. <ukekearuaro@...> wrote:

Vicki W. wrote:

"Yes, that was it until I saw the price! I'd better start saving my pennies
because it sounds exactly like what I'm looking for."

Ha, ha dear sis; you may need to save those pennies for two 'cause I might
borrow one from you permanently. At $775? I don't know if I should label
anything in Braille anymore, yikes!!

Before we shell out those pennies, how about we take advantage of their
four-month trial? Hopefully they'll let us get a jolly ride in that regard.

Sincerely,
Olusegun
Denver, colorado ha,
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Re: Using Zoom Meetings on Windows 10

Norma A. Boge
 

Hi Sharon,

If you need to download the desktop Win 10 version of Zoom, use this link:
https://zoom.us/support/download

I think the download will start automatically. After you install it,
whenever you click on an invitation link it will open the desktop app. I
don't know what screen reader you use, but I use Jaws and the app layout is
easy to understand and navigate. Everything is labelled so you can tell what
button you're on and the instructions for speaking, etc., should be within
the app. At least that's where I found them. You may want to join the
meeting or class as early as possible so you can get used to the layout of
the app. Just tab around and everything you need should be right there.

HTH Norma

-----Original Message-----
From: main@TechTalk.groups.io <main@TechTalk.groups.io> On Behalf Of Sharon
Hooley
Sent: Sunday, August 18, 2019 6:37 PM
To: techttalk <main@TechTalk.groups.io>
Subject: [TechTalk] Using Zoom Meetings on Windows 10

Hi,

I didn't think of including my questions about using the Zoom app on
Windows 10. I'm trying to register for a class on Zoom. I understand that
I need to click on the invitation link that should be sent to me, but what
should I expect after that? Just to make sure, do I need to always press or
click something in order to speak and listen, and how's the layout once I'm
successfully connected with the link? I want to download the Zoom app to
my laptop PC with the latest version of Windows 10.

Thanks,


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Re: thunderbird minor problem

Gene
 

I've seen this discussed before.  Your name is properly seen by others.  You don't need to change anything and I don't think there is anything you can change.
 
Gene

----- Original Message -----
Sent: Monday, August 19, 2019 6:17 AM
Subject: [TechTalk] thunderbird minor problem

I am converting from windows live mail to thunderbird. I have one
problem with posting. With thunderbird when I post to some groups only
the group name and subject show. It no longer displays my name.What do I
need to change to correct this? thanks


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thunderbird minor problem

Lenny McHugh
 

I am converting from windows live mail to thunderbird. I have one problem with posting. With thunderbird when I post to some groups only the group name and subject show. It no longer displays my name.What do I need to change to correct this? thanks


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Re: Braille labelers

Victor
 

It’s too bad these are so expensive! I have had to label many things at one sitting in the past and a braille labeler with a Perkins style keyboard would have been very helpful.

Victor

On Aug 18, 2019, at 2:17 AM, Olusegun -- Victory Associates LTD, Inc. <ukekearuaro@...> wrote:

Victor, you do have a point. However, I'm a store owner working by myself.
Occasionally, I get help in making sure that items are properly arranged on
the shelves. However, my sighted helpers do move stuff absent-mindedly into
wrong slots. Now I must LABEL EVERY PRODUCT in Braille for easy
identification, and to make it easy for me to put items back in their
correct slot when it has been moved inadvertently. Using a stylus, yes,
I'll get it done at last, but I may need to bring me a bed and a couch to
the store, <LOL>!

If I can play with the Six Dot Braille Labelmaker prior to purchase, I'll go
that route. I listened to a Blind CoolTech demo on Logan Tech's website and
it seemed that the guy doing the demo hit some snag. I don't need the
QWERTY anything, just the regular Perkins keyboard will suffice.

Sincerely,
Olusegun
Denver, Colorado




Re: NVDA list

Jujube
 

nvda+subscribe@groups.io

----- Original Message -----
From: "Doug Sloan" <sloany50@...
To: <main@TechTalk.groups.io
Date sent: Mon, 19 Aug 2019 12:13:15 +1000
Subject: [TechTalk] NVDA list

Hi



Could someone please send me the users group for NVDA?



Cheers

Doug 19-08-2019
Re: NVDA list

Doug Sloan
 

Thanks Marcio

 

 

From: main@TechTalk.groups.io [mailto:main@TechTalk.groups.io] On Behalf Of Marcio via Groups.Io
Sent: Monday, August 19, 2019 12:25 PM
To: main@TechTalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] NVDA list

 

Doug,

Could someone please send me the users group for NVDA?

For subscribing to the NVDA Group, send a blank email to nvda+subscribe@groups.io
For posting use the email nvda@groups.io

Hth

Cheers,
Marcio

AKA Starboy

 

Sent from a galaxy far, far away.

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Re: NVDA list

Marcio
 

Doug,
Could someone please send me the users group for NVDA?
For subscribing to the NVDA Group, send a blank email to nvda+subscribe@groups.io
For posting use the email nvda@groups.io

Hth

Cheers,
Marcio AKA Starboy

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NVDA list

Doug Sloan
 

Hi

 

Could someone please send me the users group for NVDA?

 

Cheers

Doug 19-08-2019
Using Zoom Meetings on Windows 10

Sharon Hooley
 

Hi,

I didn't think of including my questions about using the Zoom app on Windows 10. I'm trying to register for a class on Zoom. I understand that I need to click on the invitation link that should be sent to me, but what should I expect after that? Just to make sure, do I need to always press or click something in order to speak and listen, and how's the layout once I'm successfully connected with the link? I want to download the Zoom app to my laptop PC with the latest version of Windows 10.

Thanks,


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Help wanted for Using Zoom Meetings for the first time, please

Sharon Hooley
 

Hi,

I'm trying to register for a class on Zoom. I understand that I need to click on the invitation link that should be sent to me, but what should I expect after that? Just to make sure, do I need to always press or click something in order to speak and listen, and how's the layout once I'm successfully connected with the link? I have the Zoom app on my iPhone XR with IOS 12

Thanks,


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Re: Sounds for doggie door

Carolyn Arnold
 

Two bells will work; one won't always. They can be small, but you can be sure with two.

Best regards,

Carolyn

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From: main@TechTalk.groups.io [mailto:main@TechTalk.groups.io] On Behalf Of Ashley Breger via Groups.Io
Sent: Saturday, August 17, 2019 7:09 PM
To: main@techtalk.groups.io
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] Sounds for doggie door

Why don’t you try tying a small bell to her collar. This way when she moves it will jingle and you will be able to hear where she is that. Otherwise the only other thing I can think of is possibly putting some kind of sensor by the door that will make some kind of a beep when she goes in and out.
Hope this helps,


Ashley Breger

On Aug 17, 2019, at 6:09 PM, Fred Adams <w4hc@...> wrote:

My doggie door is so quiet that it is very hard for me to hear her go
in and out the door. Does anyone know of a noise maker that makes a
sound as the dog goes through the door? If so, I would appreciate it
very much if you tell me where I can purchase one of the devices.

Thanks much,

FRED C. ADAMS W4HC
US ARMY ABN RETIRED
ETERNITY A VERY LONG TIME
Re: Sounds for doggie door

Gene
 

What if you don't want a bell on the dog?  Why not attach a bell to the dorr.  You could proprly attach it, that is, through carpentry, or you could, I would think, use something like duct tape to tape a frame of some sort that the bell is attached to.
 
Gene

----- Original Message -----
Sent: Sunday, August 18, 2019 6:15 AM
Subject: Re: [TechTalk] Sounds for doggie door

Hi all,

This calls for low tech.  How about a bell, one of those harp thingies,
a bell on the dog's collar?

Ann P.

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Re: Sounds for doggie door

Ann Parsons
 

Hi all,

This calls for low tech. How about a bell, one of those harp thingies, a bell on the dog's collar?

Ann P.

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Skype: Putertutor

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Not all those who wander are lost."