Google Workspace

Accessibility/Equity

Google Docs

Voice Typing

Voice typing is an incredible feature within Google Docs that allows you to speak what you want to type.

Note: Only available when using Google Chrome.

a screenshot of the Voice Typing tool shown in the Tool tab

a screenshot of the voice typing microphone icon

Make sure to enable your microphone (allow) on your computer to pick up your voice.

an animated gif of a voice typing tool in action

Translation

The Translate tool is a way to convert your existing Google Doc into another language.

a screenshot of the Translate tool in the Tools menu

a screenshot of the Translate Document window, showing multiple language choices

a screenshot showing how to select a language from the list

Google Sites

Add Alt text to your images in a Google Site.

Chrome Extensions

OpenDyslexic Font for ChromeOpenDyslexic Font for Chrome

Read&Write for Google Chrome™Boost reading and writing confidence across all types of content and devices, in class, at work, and at home!

Mate Translate – translator, dictionaryYour all-in-one translator for web pages, highlighted text & Netflix subtitles. Translate and learn words in 103 languages.

AdBlockThe most popular Chrome extension, with over 60 million users! Blocks ads all over the web.

Volume MasterUp to 600% volume boost

Zoom for Google ChromeZoom in or out on web content using the zoom button and mouse scroll wheel for more comfortable reading. That to each percent value.

Custom Cursor for Chrome™Fun custom cursors for Chrome™. Use a large collection of free cursors or upload your own.

HoneyAutomatically find and apply coupon codes when you shop online!

Periodic Table of Chrome Extensions created and curated by Gregg Eilers.

Other Resources/References

Products and FeaturesAccessibility content and links for Google websites.

AccessibilityRead the latest news about our efforts to help everyone access and enjoy the web.

Google Accessibility

Five ways to improve web image and video accessibility for allOne in six people is visually impaired. These five tips explain how to raise accessibility.

Don't Miss the Latest Accessibility Features From GoogleHave you tried these?

Google and Microsoft chat accessibility in tech | EngadgetMicrosoft’s chief accessibility officer Jenny Lay-Flurrie and Google’s product manager for Android Accessibility Brian Kemler join us on our virtual stage at the show to share how they think about accessibility.

Google adds accessibility-focused 'Live Caption' feature to ChromeThat means podcasts, social media, video sites, "radio content," and most browser-based video or audio chat services and clients will be supported, even if they already have...

Why tech accessibility matters, and the long road to improving itA growing list of companies including Google and Apple are incorporating more accessible design, but progress lags. Here's why experts say that needs to change.

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