"JAWS Tips: Checking the Time with Braille Displays"

In this episode of Unmute Presents, Pete shares a practical JAWS tip for checking the time using a Braille display. Whether you're in a meeting, giving a presentation, or simply want a discreet way to check the time, Pete walks you through the steps to enable this feature on your Braille display.

Key Highlights:

• Voice Assistant for Time Checks: Use the "Hey Sharky" command or JAWS Key + Alt + Space to ask JAWS for the time.
• Keyboard Shortcut: Quickly check the time using JAWS Key + F12.
• Time on Braille Displays:
• Enable time display on status cells by pressing JAWS Key + Shift + F12.
• Adjust settings via the JAWS Settings Center for 12-hour or 24-hour format and even display minutes/seconds.
• Learn how to make time always visible on your Braille display by default.
• Additional Tips: Dive into JAWS Help to explore more about status cells and their functionality.

💡 Have specific JAWS features you'd like us to cover? Send your feedback to [email protected].

Links & Resources:

• Visit JAWS Help Topics for a detailed guide on status cells.
• Support accessible financial education for the blind at PennyForward.com.

🎧 Tune in now to learn how to take full advantage of this useful JAWS feature!

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