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Read & Write GOLD for MAC

   

Read & Write GOLD for MAC

Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC is designed to provide literacy support for Users of all ages and abilities who need help with their reading and writing.
Used in conjunction with the majority of mainstream computer applications Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC allows Users to develop their literacy skills and enjoy greater independence.

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Features Include:

  • Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC can read as you type ,it can also read back completed text either from Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC itself or imported from other applications
  • An advanced Phonetic Spell Checker that can be used to reduce the number of spelling errors that are made by Users.
  • Homophone Checker identifies and highlights like-sounding words. It suggests audible definitions and replacements, assisting the User to apply the right word within the context of their work.
  • Now has faster phonetic prediction.
  • Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC has a Speaking Dictionary that can be used to give descriptions and alternative words.
  • Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC has a separate application, Safari Reader which provides speech feedback with dual highlighting within Safari. This means you can have web pages read out to you, allowing access to the mass of information held on the Internet.
  • The Daisy Book reader makes it possible for Daisy Books to be read aloud and is particularly useful for people with visual impairments or those who struggle with reading long passages of text.
  • Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC provides a scanning feature, whereby text is imported into the computer. Once imported, all of the other support features of the software can be used such as having it read or using the dictionary.
  • Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC has the ability to convert any text that you select and turn it in to a sound file.
  • To make finding the information easier and fasteron the internet, Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC has a Fact Finder. It can be used to provide information on any given subject.
  • Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC includes PDFaloud. PDFaloud merges with the Adobe Acrobat or Acrobat Reader toolbar discreetly and simply and allows Users with literacy difficulties to comprehend the information by transferring the text to an audio format. PDFaloud enables Users to listen to any PDF file on any computer or network, provided the file's security settings allow for text copying.
  • Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC has very simple aids to help you with studying. Often when reading notes, books or journals we use coloured markers to highlight pieces of text which are of particular relevance to the subject we are studying.With the Study Skills in Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC this same ability is brought to the computer. With Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC there is a choice of 4 different markers - Green, Magenta, Orange and Cyan. These are used to highlight the pieces of text required, by clicking on Study Skills then the marker of your choice, and selecting the text you want highlighted.
  • As with all Read&Write applications, it is possible to work with mainstream applications such as Word and TextEdit with the assistance of Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC. Text can be transferred into Read&Write GOLD FOR MAC and can then be edited. Once transferred, the User can utilise all of the other features of the software, such as using the Spell Checker, the Dictionary and having it read aloud.

Minimum System Requirements:

  • MAC OS 10.2.8 or above
  • 800MHz (minimum)
  • 256MB of RAM (512MB preferred)

Educational Pricing:

Text HELP Read & Write GOLD for Mac
ex. VAT
Single
£320.00
 
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Pricing is provided for use by qualifying establishments only. It is NOT for use by students and staff for personal purchases. It does not constitute an offer and is subject to our terms & conditions of supply and the site terms & conditions. For students and staff purchases please visit our Student Site.
E. & O.E. All Prices are exclusive of VAT unless indicated otherwise.

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