Glossary
Terms used in accessibility research and practice. Each entry has a definition, common aliases, and category tags.
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- Virtual Keyboard(also: On-screen keyboard, Soft keyboard, OSK)
- A software-rendered keyboard displayed on screen that allows users to input text by clicking, tapping, or hovering over virtual keys using a mouse, trackball, touchscreen, eye tracker, or other pointing device. Virtual keyboards are essential assistive technology for people with…
- Voice Command(also: Voice Control, Spoken Command)
- An input method where users speak predefined words or phrases to control software or perform actions. In assistive technology, voice commands enable hands-free and eyes-free interaction, allowing users to perform operations like text editing (delete, insert, replace),…
- Voice Input(also: Voice Control, Voice Command, Speech Input)
- An input modality that allows users to control devices, enter text, or issue commands using spoken language, typically processed through speech recognition technology. Voice input is an essential accessibility feature for people who cannot use traditional input devices such as…
- Voice Recognition(also: Speech Recognition, Voice Control, Voice Input)
- Technology that identifies and processes human speech to convert it into text or execute commands. Voice recognition serves as a critical assistive technology for people with motor disabilities who cannot use a keyboard or mouse, enabling them to navigate websites, dictate text,…
- Voice-to-Text(also: Voice Typing, Dictation, Voice Input)
- Technology that converts spoken language into written text, enabling users to compose text by speaking rather than typing. Voice-to-text is an important accessibility tool for people with motor disabilities affecting manual dexterity, repetitive strain injuries, or temporary…
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