How to guides: I find a keyboard or mouse hard to use
These guides explain ways to change how your computer or web browser operates, to make things easier for people who find a mouse difficult to use.
Make your keyboard easier to use
How to change the settings so that the keyboard is more accessible or can be used on-screen.
Make your mouse easier to use
How to change the settings to slow your mouse down, make the mouse left-handed and enlarge the mouse pointer.
Overview: Alternatives to keyboard and mouse
An overview of ways to interact with your computer using different input devices such as switches and touch screens.
Use voice recognition
How to set up and customise the speech-recognition feature on your operating system.
Use your keyboard to control the mouse
How to set up your computer so that you can use the numeric keypad in place of a mouse.
Communication aids
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Keyboard and mouse alternatives
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Repetitive strain injury
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Voice recognition software - an introduction
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Voice recognition software - advanced features
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Useful links
Resources available on the internet related to difficulties in using a keyboard and/or a mouse.