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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "how%20do%20I%20turn%20on%20the%20bcc%20field%20in%20outlook%20using%20jaws"
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        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s how to turn on the **Bcc** field in Outlook when using JAWS. The process uses built-in Outlook keyboard shortcuts\u2014you don\u2019t need anything special from JAWS beyond standard keyboard navigation. After enabling, JAWS will speak the Bcc field like any other editable item.\n\n---\n\n### What version of Outlook?\n\nThese instructions apply to **Outlook for Windows** (Microsoft 365, Outlook 2021, 2019, 2016) in either the \"New Outlook\" or the classic version. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/show-hide-and-view-the-bcc-blind-carbon-copy-field-in-outlook-for-windows-04304e27-63a2-4276-8884-5077fba0e229?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### Step-by-step: Turning on Bcc\n\n1. Open a new message, or reply to or forward an existing message.\n2. Press `Alt + P` to open the **Options** tab in the message window. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/show-hide-and-view-the-bcc-blind-carbon-copy-field-in-outlook-for-windows-04304e27-63a2-4276-8884-5077fba0e229?utm_source=openai))\n3. Once in the Options tab, press `B` (or `Alt + P, B`) to toggle the **Bcc** field on. ([groups.io](https://groups.io/g/jfw-users/topic/activating_the_bcc_field_in/84315517?utm_source=openai))\n4. You'll hear JAWS speak something like \u201cBcc button\u201d then \u201cchecked\u201d (if turning it on) or \u201cunchecked\u201d (if turning it off). Then you can tab until you hear \u201cBcc, edit\u201d\u2014that\u2019s your Bcc field. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/show-hide-and-view-the-bcc-blind-carbon-copy-field-in-outlook-for-windows-04304e27-63a2-4276-8884-5077fba0e229?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### What to do once Bcc is on\n\n- After enabling, JAWS will find the Bcc field just like the To/Cc fields. Use `Tab` to move among those fields. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/use-a-screen-reader-to-format-your-email-text-in-mail-3198e39d-4f0e-4116-8c34-8b3f0bd7130e?utm_source=openai))  \n- To add recipients, start typing in \u201cBcc, edit\u201d and type one or more email addresses. Separate multiple addresses with semicolons if you're typing. ([hubspot.com](https://www.hubspot.com/email-signature-generator/how-to-bcc-outlook?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### Shortcuts that might help\n\n- **Read the Bcc field header** when composing using JAWS: pressing `Alt + 6` when in a message window should have JAWS read the \u201cBcc\u201d line. ([sastltd.zohodesk.eu](https://sastltd.zohodesk.eu/portal/en/kb/articles/jaws-hotkeys-for-microsoft-outlook?utm_source=openai))  \n- To open a new message: `Ctrl + N`. After composing, send it with `Alt + S`. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/use-a-screen-reader-to-format-your-email-text-in-mail-3198e39d-4f0e-4116-8c34-8b3f0bd7130e?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you tell me which version of Outlook you're using (for example, Outlook 365 desktop vs. Outlook Web App), I can give more precise keystrokes. Do you want that?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "how%20do%20I%20turn%20on%20the%20file%20extentions%20on%20my%20computer%20using%20jaws%20on%20windows%2011"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here are step-by-step instructions for turning on **file extensions** in Windows 11 while using JAWS, including keystrokes that work well for screen reader navigation.\n\n---\n\n## What we\u2019re after\n\n\u201cShowing file extensions\u201d means that in File Explorer (and other views), you see the full name of every file (such as `Document.txt`, `Report.pdf`, etc.), even for file types Windows already knows about. By default, Windows hides extensions for \u201cknown file types.\u201d ([fileinfo.com](https://fileinfo.com/help/windows_11_show_file_extensions?utm_source=openai))\n\nTo make them visible, we\u2019ll need to toggle two related settings:\n\n1. Use the **\u201cView \u2192 Show \u2192 File name extensions\u201d** checkbox in File Explorer. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/view-hidden-files-and-folders-in-windows-97fbc472-c603-9d90-91d0-1166d1d9f4b5?utm_source=openai))  \n2. In \u201cFolder Options\u201d under the View tab, **uncheck \u201cHide extensions for known file types.\u201d** ([geekchamp.com](https://geekchamp.com/show-file-extensions-on-windows-11-3-different-ways/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## How to do it with keyboard + JAWS\n\nHere are keyboard commands and tips tailored for JAWS users:\n\n### Step 1: Open File Explorer\n\n- Press `Windows key + E`. JAWS will say \u201cFile Explorer window\u201d and then list items (Quick Access, etc.). ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/use-a-screen-reader-to-explore-and-navigate-file-explorer-in-windows-e7d3a548-87dd-459f-a991-9fde3f7ce927?utm_source=openai))\n\n### Step 2: Move to the ribbon / top menu region\n\n- Press `Alt`. This activates the ribbon menu. You\u2019ll hear something like \u201cRibbon\u201d, then the first tab (usually Home). ([vip.chowo.co.uk](https://vip.chowo.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/jaws/File-Explorer-10-Guide.html?utm_source=openai))  \n- If ribbon is minimized, expand it: Press `Ctrl + F1`. JAWS should announce \u201cRibbon expanded.\u201d ([vip.chowo.co.uk](https://vip.chowo.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/jaws/File-Explorer-10-Guide.html?utm_source=openai))\n\n### Step 3: Navigate to the View \u2192 Show \u2192 File name extensions setting\n\n1. After pressing `Alt`:\n   - Use the **Right Arrow** until you reach the **View** tab.\n   - Press **Enter** or **Down Arrow** to open View\u2019s contents. ([vip.chowo.co.uk](https://vip.chowo.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/jaws/File-Explorer-10-Guide.html?utm_source=openai))  \n2. Within View tab, press **Tab** repeatedly until you reach \u201cShow.\u201d It might be a drop-down menu labeled \u201cShow\u201d. Press **Enter** or **Down Arrow**. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/view-hidden-files-and-folders-in-windows-97fbc472-c603-9d90-91d0-1166d1d9f4b5?utm_source=openai))  \n3. Within the Show submenu, look for \u201cFile name extensions.\u201d It\u2019s a toggle item\u2014JAWS will say \u201cunchecked\u201d if it's currently hidden, or \u201cchecked\u201d if it's showing. Press **Enter** or **Spacebar** to toggle. ([remotdesktop.com](https://remotdesktop.com/show-file-extensions-on-windows-11-file-explorer/?utm_source=openai))\n\nOnce checked, file extensions should appear for all files immediately. ([fileinfo.com](https://fileinfo.com/help/windows_11_show_file_extensions?utm_source=openai))\n\n### Step 4 (optional): Confirm via Folder Options\n\nIf you don\u2019t see file extensions after that, check Folder Options as a backup method:\n\n1. Open the \u201cSee more\u201d (three dots \u201c\u2026\u201d) menu in Explorer: After pressing `Alt` \u2192 `V` to open View tab, Tab until you reach the \u201cSee more\u201d icon and press Enter. In the menu, select **Options**. Sometimes the keyboard shortcut is `Alt + V`, then `O`. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/view-hidden-files-and-folders-in-windows-97fbc472-c603-9d90-91d0-1166d1d9f4b5?utm_source=openai))  \n2. In the Folder Options window, press **Tab** until you get to the advanced settings list (View tab).  \n3. In the list, find **\u201cHide extensions for known file types.\u201d** When focus is on that checkbox, press **Spacebar** to *uncheck* it. JAWS will say \u201cnot checked.\u201d ([fileinfo.com](https://fileinfo.com/help/windows_11_show_file_extensions?utm_source=openai))  \n4. Tab to **Apply**, press Enter, then Tab to **OK**, press Enter. That saves the setting. ([geekchamp.com](https://geekchamp.com/show-file-extensions-on-windows-11-3-different-ways/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## Extra tips for JAWS users\n\n- Use `F6` or `Shift + F6` to cycle through panes (navigation pane, content pane, status, toolbar) in File Explorer. When JAWS says \u201cRibbon\u201d or \u201cToolbar,\u201d you're in the right area to navigate with `Tab`. ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/use-a-screen-reader-to-explore-and-navigate-file-explorer-in-windows-e7d3a548-87dd-459f-a991-9fde3f7ce927?utm_source=openai))  \n- Use `Alt + F` to open the File menu, `Alt + V` or `Alt + View` to open View tab directly (depending on the keyboard accelerators). JAWS will speak the menu names. ([geocities.ws](https://www.geocities.ws/jawsnotes/menus_shortcuts.htm?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you tell me which version of JAWS you\u2019re using (e.g. JAWS 2022, 2023), I can give specific key sequences that match your setup. Want me to tailor it to your JAWS version?"
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