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Sticky KeysAn accessibility option on most devices that allows a user to press keyboard shortcut keys one after the other, instead of holding them down at the same time. For example CTRL and then C, rather than CTRL and C. | ||
StylusA stylus is used to access touch screen devices and, occasionally, standard keyboards. They are most often held in the hand but sometimes people use styluses mounted to head gear, in the mouth, or using the foot. | ||
Switch AccessSwitches are special buttons that provide access to modern tablets, smartphones and computers. A single button can perform similar functionality as a mouse, keyboard and touch screen. They accomplish this through an approach known as scanning. | ||
Switch ScanningA system that allows a person to use a single button (or other switch) to select from multiple options, such as an entire keyboard layout. Each option is presented, one a time, usually in an endless loop. The person pressed their button when the option they want is highlighted. | |