Switch Control

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Switch Control is an accessibility feature that lets users operate a computer using one or more adaptive switches instead of traditional input devices like a keyboard or mouse.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf accessibility feature
assistive technology
aimsTo improve accessibility of computing devices
provide full system control via switches
benefits people with cerebral palsy
people with neuromuscular disorders
people with severe repetitive strain injuries
people with spinal cord injuries
canBeConfiguredBy assistive technology specialists
caregivers
users
compatibleWith button switches
foot switches
head switches
sip-and-puff switches
various types of adaptive switches
designedFor users who cannot reliably use a keyboard
users who cannot reliably use a mouse
users with motor impairments
enables activation of buttons and controls without a mouse
control of user interface elements via switches
navigation of on-screen items using scanning
selection of on-screen items using switches
text entry without a physical keyboard
goal enable independent computer use
provide alternative input methods
reduce physical effort required for input
hasFeature auditory feedback for selection
automatic scanning of interface items
configurable scanning speed
customizable actions for each switch
customizable switch assignments
manual scanning of interface items
visual highlighting of focused items
relatedTo keyboard accessibility
mouse emulation
switch-access scanning interfaces
replaces traditional keyboard input for many tasks
traditional mouse input for many tasks
requires one or more adaptive switches
supports automatic scanning
grouped item navigation
multi-switch setups
single-switch setups
step scanning
usedFor enabling computer access for users with limited mobility
operating a computer with adaptive switches
reducing reliance on keyboard input
reducing reliance on mouse input

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macOS supportsAccessibilityFeature Switch Control