Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
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ASLTools
ASLTools
What is ASLTools?
What is ASLTools?
ASLTools is a comprehensive online platform designed to assist in learning and exploring American Sign Language (ASL). It includes an ASL Word Search Engine, an interactive form for queries, real-time results display, and a fingerspelling trainer.
Is ASLTools free to use?
Is ASLTools free to use?
Yes, ASLTools is completely free and accessible to all users.
Do I need to create an account to use ASLTools?
Do I need to create an account to use ASLTools?
No, you don't need to create an account to use our tools. However, if you want to receive email notifications with your search results, you'll need to provide your email address in the search form.
ASLWordSearcher
ASLWordSearcher
How does the ASL Word Search work?
How does the ASL Word Search work?
The ASL Word Search allows you to find ASL signs based on various parameters such as hand shape, location, movement, and more. You input your criteria through a form, and a little algorithm tries to match your query against a database to find the most relevant signs.
How accurate are the search results?
How accurate are the search results?
The search algorithm is designed to provide the most relevant results based on the criteria you input. However, ASL can vary regionally and contextually, so results should be considered as guidance rather than definitive answers.
Answers are mostly based an citation forms but also contain agreement verb and surface forms of words.
Classifiers are not covered.
Can I suggest new signs to be added to the database?
Can I suggest new signs to be added to the database?
Yes! Community contributions are welcome. There's an option in the search form to suggest new signs for the database.
FSUltra Android App
FSUltra Android App
FSUltra?
FSUltra?
Finger Spelling Ultra! Find it on the android app store. This is an experimental app that leverages mediapipe and modern architectures to detect fingerspelling.
What is the a Fingerspelling Trainer?
What is the a Fingerspelling Trainer?
The Fingerspelling Trainer is an app designed to improve your ability to recognize and read fingerspelled words in ASL. It helps enhance your receptive and production skills and speed.
How do I access the FSUltra?
How do I access the FSUltra?
You can access the Fingerspelling Trainer through a link provided on our ASLTools site. It's a separate app that complements our ASL Word Search tool with same handshape parameters.
ASL Keyboard Android App
ASL Keyboard Android App
What is the a ASL Keyboard?
What is the a ASL Keyboard?
Type manual alphabet characters and a keyboard will make a fingerspelling gif or image for you
Privacy
Privacy
How is my data used when I submit a search query?
How is my data used when I submit a search query?
We use your search data to process your query and improve our service. If you provide an email address, it's used solely for sending you the search results. We do not share your personal information with third parties.
Are my search queries visible to other users?
Are my search queries visible to other users?
No.
From the author
From the author
Feedback is appreciated!
Love it or hate it, I want to hear from you. If you'd like to support my work, consider buying me a coffee or treating my kids to ice cream. This project is a continual work in progress and doesn’t guarantee perfect results. If you spot any errors or inaccuracies, please let me know, and I'll make the necessary corrections.
Never assume I have given you the right answer. Its your own responsibility to study and verify.
You can reach me at my email.
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