[ { "role": "user", "content": "I%20am%20using%20goldwave%20with%20jaws%20and%20when%20I%20press%20the%20space%20bar%20nothing%20plays" }, { "role": "assistant", "content": "

If pressing Spacebar in GoldWave with JAWS isn\u2019t playing audio, there are several possible causes and fixes. Here are troubleshooting tips and solutions you can try, based on GoldWave\u2019s functionality and how it integrates with screen readers like JAWS.

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\u2705 Check Base Functionality

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    Ensure a file is open
    \nYou must have a sound file open in GoldWave. If no file is open, nothing will play. (goldwave.com)

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    Check playback settings
    \nUnder Options \u2192 Control Properties \u2192 Device, make sure the playback device is correctly set. If a device is missing or disabled, there\u2019ll be no sound. (goldwave.com)

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\u2699 Keyboard Shortcuts and Modes

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    Main vs. Control Window

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    Play modes: green vs yellow
    \nGoldWave has more than one \u201cplay\u201d mode: green and yellow. The behavior of Spacebar can differ depending on which mode is configured as default. (wireready.com)

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    Screen reader mode settings
    \nGoldWave has accessibility settings, including a mode intended for screen readers. Sometimes toggling those settings (or making sure \u201cForce screen reader mode\u201d is disabled) has helped users fix issues. (goldwave.ca)

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\ud83d\udee0 Adjust GoldWave Settings for Screen Reader Compatibility

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From the \u201cGoldWave for use with screen readers\u201d guide, here are recommended configuration steps:

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\ud83d\udd0d Other Things to Check

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If you tell me your version of GoldWave and Windows, I can give more precise steps tailored to that setup. Would you like me to walk you through it?

" }, { "role": "user", "content": "when%20using%20gold%20wave%20with%20jaws%20the%20left%20bracket%20marks%20the%20beginning%20of%20the%20selection%20how%20to%20set%20that%20because%20it%20doesn%27t%20seem%20to%20be%20doing%20it" }, { "role": "assistant", "content": "

In GoldWave, pressing the left bracket key [ should move the start marker (beginning of the selection) to the current playback (cursor) position. (goldwave.com) If that isn't working for you, here are things to check and settings to adjust.

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\u2705 What the Shortcut Does Normally

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As per the GoldWave documentation:

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So if nothing happens when you press [, then that behavior is being blocked or changed somehow.

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\ud83d\udd0d Possible Reasons It\u2019s Not Working

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Here are common causes:

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    Focus is not in the Sound Window.
    \nThe shortcut applies when the Sound window is active. If focus is elsewhere (control panel, other pane, toolbar), the key press may do nothing.

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    Keyboard assignment has changed or been disabled.
    \nThe [ key function could have been unassigned or remapped.

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    Screen reader mode or accessibility setting interference.
    \nSince you\u2019re using JAWS, GoldWave may be in \u201cForce screen reader mode\u201d or another config which changes how keys are handled. (garystong.com)

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    Playback marker isn\u2019t visible or has been moved.
    \nThe location where the start marker sets depends on current playback position. If you haven\u2019t moved the playback marker first, pressing [ might not seem to change anything.

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\u2699 How to Fix It

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Here are step-by-step fixes:

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StepWhat to Do
1Check focus: Make sure you\u2019ve clicked inside the Sound waveform view (Sound window) so it's active. Use Ctrl+F6 to switch windows if unsure. (goldwave.com)
2Move playback marker: Press Ctrl+G to bring up \u201cSet Playback Position\u201d and enter a time. Or click where you want on the timeline. Then [ should move the start marker there. (goldwave.com)
3Check keyboard assignments: Go to Options \u2192 Keyboard in GoldWave. Find \u201cMove Start To Elapsed\u201d (or equivalent), see if it\u2019s assigned to [ key. If not, reassign. (goldwave.com)
4Ensure selection is enabled: Under Options \u2192 Window, verify that the sound view selection tools are active and the old-style selection isn\u2019t forced (some old-style modes disable marker control via keyboard). (goldwave.com)
5Turn off/examine screen reader mode: Open \u201cGoldWave Setup\u201d (from the Start menu) and check whether \u201cForce screen reader mode\u201d is on. If it's on, try turning it off to see if the behavior returns. Then restart GoldWave. (garystong.com)
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If you want, I can walk you through exactly how for your version of GoldWave (if you tell me which version number you have) to reset the keyboard shortcuts or verify settings to get [ working again. Want me to guide you through that?

" }, { "role": "user", "content": "how%20to%20use%20the%20accessable%20settings%20in%20gold%20wave" }, { "role": "assistant", "content": "

Here\u2019s a guide to using GoldWave\u2019s accessible settings\u2014especially helpful when paired with JAWS or other screen readers. These features let you control interface behavior, playback, navigation, and editing largely via keyboard, with options to reduce reliance on visuals.

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1. How to Enable Screen Reader Mode

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2. Navigating the Interface via Keyboard

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GoldWave supports almost full keyboard operation. No need for a mouse. (goldwave.com)

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3. Common Keyboard Commands for Playback & Editing

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These are especially useful when visuals are limited.

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Playback and Navigation

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ShortcutFunction
SpaceToggle play / stop (plays region based on Play-3 value) (goldwave.com)
J, K, LRewind, Play, Fast-forward (goldwave.com)
Shift+J / Shift+K / Shift+LSame as above but speed or mode adjustments (slower/faster) (goldwave.com)
Left / Right arrowsMove playback marker incrementally backward or forward (goldwave.com)
Home / End / Ctrl+Home / Ctrl+EndJump to start marker, finish marker, or start/end of file (goldwave.com)
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Selection and Editing

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4. Other Accessibility Options You\u2019ll Want to Adjust

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If you tell me your version of GoldWave and Windows version (e.g. Windows 10/11) I can send step-by-step instructions tailored for your setup. Would that be helpful?

" }, { "role": "user", "content": "how%20do%20I%20turn%20off%20the%20notes%20option%20that%20keeps%20coming%20up%20when%20I%20start%20a%20zoom%20call%20using%20jaws" }, { "role": "assistant", "content": "

If Zoom keeps showing the notes pop-up (often \u201cMy Notes\u201d or similar) when you start a meeting with JAWS, there\u2019s a way to turn it off. Here are steps to disable it both from Zoom settings and for your account \u2014 depending on whether you\u2019re a meeting participant or admin.

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\ud83d\udd27 How to Turn Off \u201cMy Notes\u201d Notification or Auto-Start

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    Disable Auto-Start for My Notes in Zoom\u2019s App Settings

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    Turn Off Voice Activity Detection Notifications

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\ud83d\udee0 For Admins: Disabling \u201cNotes\u201d Features Account-wide or in Group Settings

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If the notes pop-ups are coming from Zoom account defaults, you might need admin privileges.

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If you tell me whether you're hosting \u2013 or whether it's your own Zoom account or work/school account \u2013 I can give you the exact steps for your situation, including if you have an admin who can lock settings.

" }, { "role": "user", "content": "what%20are%20the%20new%20features%20of%20the%20next%20update%20to%20Jaws%20in%20the%20fall%20of%202026" }, { "role": "assistant", "content": "

I wasn\u2019t able to find definitive information on what exactly is coming in the next JAWS update in fall 2026. However, there are several features already introduced or in progress in JAWS 2026, plus announced changes that hint at what users can expect going forward. Here\u2019s a summary of what\u2019s new so far, what\u2019s improved, and what seems likely to be added in fall 2026 based on current roadmap details:

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\u2705 Recently Released Features & Changes in JAWS 2026

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These features are already available or have recently been added:

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\ud83d\udd2e What to Expect / Likely New Features in Fall 2026

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Based on feedback and what\u2019s already in motion, here are some likely candidates for what the next JAWS update might include:

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FeatureReason It\u2019s Likely
Expanded AI Accessibility ToolsThe AI Page Explorer and Smart Image Interpretation already exist. More advanced AI-guided assistance (for form interactions, navigation, or visual content descriptions) are likely next. (training.vispero.com)
Greater Feature Parity Across EditionsUsers report missing features in certain editions (like Home Annual). Expect more equal access into lower-cost subscriptions. (training.vispero.com)
Better Browser Automation Support (UIA/EAP)Work is ongoing on native UIA support for browsers via the Early Adopter Program. Probably more full support in the next release. (training.vispero.com)
Improved Multidevice Sync & Cloud FeaturesGiven the release of Cloud Settings Sync, future enhancements (like sync for dictionaries, voices, or personal preferences) could be added. (reddit.com)
Further Brand & UI PolishMore consistency in branding and UI across products (JAWS, ZoomText, Fusion). (training.vispero.com)
Additional Support for Apps & Content TypesWith recent updates to WhatsApp support and reading of decorative characters, there may be more improvements for social media, messaging apps, games etc. (freedomscientific.se)
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If you like, I can try to dig up statements from Vispero\u2019s developers to see if there are confirmed upcoming features for fall 2026, so you\u2019ll know exactly what to watch for. Do you want me to gather that info?

" }, { "role": "user", "content": "did%20the%20owners%20of%20Jaws%20announce%20any%20new%20features%20coming%20when%20they%20presented%20at%20the%20National%20Federation%20of%20the%20blind%20convention%20in%20Texas" }, { "role": "assistant", "content": "

Yes \u2014 during the 2026 NFB (National Federation of the Blind) convention in Austin, Vispero (makers of JAWS) did signal some upcoming features and improvements. Here\u2019s what was shared or hinted at, based on the official announcements:

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\ud83d\udd0d What Was Publicly Announced

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From Vispero\u2019s page for the convention:

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\u2699\ufe0f Confirmed Features Already Revealed

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These features are already part of JAWS/Fusion 2026, so the \u2018preview\u2019 was likely referring to enhancements or entirely new additions beyond them:

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\ud83d\udca1 Potential New or Unconfirmed Features

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While some announcements were clear, others were vague and suggestive of what\u2019s coming:

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If you like, I can check development notes or early adopter updates to see if there are leaks or developer hints about what this \u201cnewest upcoming feature\u201d might be. Do you want me to try to dig that up?

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