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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "how%20do%20i%20ensure%20that%20the%20power%20saving%20options%20for%20my%20usb%20ports%20are%20turned%20off"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "To disable power-saving on your USB ports (i.e. stop Windows from turning them off to save power), you\u2019ll need to adjust two main settings: the \u201cUSB selective suspend\u201d in your power plan, and the power management settings in Device Manager. If relevant, BIOS/UEFI settings may also come into play. Below are step-by-step instructions.\n\n---\n\n## 1. Using Power Options (Windows 10 & 11)\n\n1. Open the **Control Panel** \u2192 go to **Hardware and Sound \u2192 Power Options**, or press Windows key + R, type `control powercfg.cpl`, and Enter.  \n   ([windowscentral.com](https://www.windowscentral.com/how-prevent-windows-10-turning-usb-devices?utm_source=openai))\n\n2. Find your active power plan (e.g. \u201cBalanced\u201d or \u201cHigh performance\u201d), and click **Change plan settings** next to it.  \n   ([windowscentral.com](https://www.windowscentral.com/how-prevent-windows-10-turning-usb-devices?utm_source=openai))\n\n3. Click **Change advanced power settings**.  \n   ([windowscentral.com](https://www.windowscentral.com/how-prevent-windows-10-turning-usb-devices?utm_source=openai))\n\n4. In the dialog, scroll to **USB settings \u2192 USB selective suspend setting**.  \n   ([digitalcitizen.life](https://www.digitalcitizen.life/usb-selective-suspend-in-windows-11-what-it-does-and-when-you-should-turn-it-off/?utm_source=openai))\n\n5. Set both options (if you have them) \u2014 *On battery* and *Plugged in* \u2014 to **Disabled**.  \n   ([geekrewind.com](https://geekrewind.com/how-to-enable-or-disable-usb-selective-suspend-in-windows-11/?utm_source=openai))\n\n6. Click **Apply** \u2192 **OK** to save.  \n   ([support.act-connectivity.com](https://support.act-connectivity.com/hc/en-us/articles/35934039887634-USB-Selective-Suspend-instellingen-uitschakelen-in-Windows-10-11?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## 2. Disabling Power Management at Device Level\n\nSome USB hubs and devices allow Windows to turn them off individually. Disabling this ensures consistent power.\n\n1. Right-click the **Start** button \u2192 **Device Manager**.  \n   ([support.act-connectivity.com](https://support.act-connectivity.com/hc/en-us/articles/35934039887634-USB-Selective-Suspend-instellingen-uitschakelen-in-Windows-10-11?utm_source=openai))\n\n2. Expand **Universal Serial Bus controllers**.\n\n3. For each item that looks like a *USB Root Hub*, *Generic USB Hub*, or similar:\n   - Right-click \u2192 **Properties**\n   - Find the **Power Management** tab\n   - Uncheck **Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power**\n   - Click **OK**  \n   ([support.act-connectivity.com](https://support.act-connectivity.com/hc/en-us/articles/35934039887634-USB-Selective-Suspend-instellingen-uitschakelen-in-Windows-10-11?utm_source=openai))\n\n4. Also, for specific USB-Serial or other devices: do the same under their entries (usually under *Ports (COM & LPT)* or under *USB Serial Controllers*).  \n   ([support.hunterlab.com](https://support.hunterlab.com/knowledgebase/article/KA-07361/en-us?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## 3. BIOS / UEFI Settings (If Your Issue Involves USB Ports Being Powered When You're Off or in Standby)\n\nSome motherboards let USB ports remain powered even when the system is shut down (for charging phones, etc.). To disable that:\n\n- Reboot your computer and enter BIOS/UEFI settings (often by pressing **F2**, **Del**, **Esc**, or similar during boot)  \n  ([asrock.com](https://www.asrock.com/support/QA/TSDQA-132.pdf?utm_source=openai))\n- Look for options such as **USB Charging in Off Mode**, **ErP Ready / ErP Support**, or **USB Power Delivery in Soft Off State**  \n  ([support.originpc.com](https://support.originpc.com/hc/en-us/articles/38102243707409-How-to-Control-Power-to-USB-Ports-When-Your-PC-Is-Off?utm_source=openai))\n- Disable those settings, save changes, and exit.  \n  ([asrock.com](https://www.asrock.com/support/QA/TSDQA-132.pdf?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## 4. Optional: Registry Tweaks (If Other Settings Don\u2019t Persist or Are Missing)\n\nIf the above options are missing, don\u2019t work, or keep reverting:\n\n- Use **Registry Editor**:  \n  Navigate to `HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\\SYSTEM\\CurrentControlSet\\Services\\USB`  \n  Create or modify a DWORD named **DisableSelectiveSuspend** and set its value to **1** to disable selective suspend globally.  \n  ([support.hunterlab.com](https://support.hunterlab.com/knowledgebase/article/KA-07361/en-us?utm_source=openai))\n\n- For specific devices (e.g. USB-Serial), you may also find a `SelectiveSuspendEnabled` entry under the device\u2019s registry path (`HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\\SYSTEM\\CurrentControlSet\\Enum\\USB\\...`). Set that value to **0**.  \n  ([support.hunterlab.com](https://support.hunterlab.com/knowledgebase/article/KA-07361/en-us?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you tell me which version of Windows you're using (10 or 11), and whether you're on desktop or laptop, I can walk you through exactly what it\u2019ll look like on your system."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "using%20a%20screen%20reader%20and%20microsoft%20word%2C%20how%20do%20i%20simply%20perform%20a%20spellcheck%20on%20a%20doucment%3F%20rather%20than%20a%20spelling%20and%20grammer%20check."
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "If you\u2019re using a screen reader in Microsoft Word and want to run *only* a spell check (without grammar or style suggestions), here are some clear steps and settings to adjust. This works in Word for Windows including Microsoft 365.\n\n---\n\n## \u2699\ufe0f Step 1: Turn off grammar and style checking\n\nYou\u2019ll want to disable grammar/style checks so that Word focuses only on spelling.\n\n1. Press **Alt + F** to open the File menu, then press **T** to open Options.  \n2. Use keyboard navigation to go to **Proofing** tab.  \n3. In the section *\u201cWhen correcting spelling and grammar in Word\u201d*, look for:\n   - \u201cMark grammar errors as you type\u201d\n   - \u201cCheck grammar with spelling\u201d  \n4. Uncheck both of these options.  \n   ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/check-spelling-and-grammar-in-office?utm_source=openai))\n\nOnce you do that, Word won\u2019t underline grammar or style issues as you type or when you run the check.\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udd0d Step 2: Run a manual spell check only\n\nWith grammar checking disabled, you can now trigger spell check manually, which will only catch misspelled words.\n\n- Press **F7**. This starts the check spelling & grammar process, but grammar issues should be skipped now that you turned grammar checking off.  \n  ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/check-spelling-and-grammar-in-office?utm_source=openai))  \n- Alternatively, go to the **Review** tab (you can press **Alt + R**), then select **Spelling & Grammar**.  \n  ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/check-spelling-and-grammar-in-office?utm_source=openai))  \n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udcc4 Step 3: Control what\u2019s shown while typing (optional but helpful)\n\nTo avoid seeing underlines or suggestions while you write:\n\n1. Still in **File \u2192 Options \u2192 Proofing**:\n   - Uncheck **Check spelling as you type** if you don\u2019t want red squiggles under misspelled words while you\u2019re typing.  \n   ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/check-spelling-and-grammar-in-office?utm_source=openai))\n   - Make sure \u201cMark grammar errors as you type\u201d is also off (as above).  \n     ([support.microsoft.com](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/check-spelling-and-grammar-in-office?utm_source=openai))\n\nNow typing will be \u201cquiet\u201d\u2014only spelling will be flagged when you request it.\n\n---\n\n## \ud83c\udfaf Extra tips for document-level or section-level control\n\nIf you want to disable grammar/spell checking for **just part** of a document, or for a **specific document**, you can:\n\n- Select that section (or press **Ctrl + A** to select all).  \n- Then go to **Review \u2192 Language \u2192 Set Proofing Language**.  \n- In the dialog that opens, check **Do not check spelling or grammar**.  \n  ([learn.microsoft.com](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/4850501/how-can-i-disable-grammar-spellcheck-in-just-one-d?utm_source=openai))\n\nThat setting applies only to what you selected (or to the document if everything is selected). Headers, footers, text boxes may need separate setting.  \n([learn.microsoft.com](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/4850501/how-can-i-disable-grammar-spellcheck-in-just-one-d?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you tell me which screen reader you're using (Narrator, NVDA, JAWS, etc.), I can describe any key sequences or announcements specific to it."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "as%20a%20screen%20reader%20user%2C%20how%20to%20i%20configure%20zoom%20that%20it%20does%20not%20record%20automatically%2C%20once%20a%20call%20starts%3F"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s how to configure Zoom so it does *not* automatically start recording once a call begins. You\u2019ll need to check your **Zoom web portal** settings (or ask your Zoom administrator if the settings are locked). These steps apply whether or not you use a screen reader; I\u2019ll also mention where accessible UI cues are likely to occur.\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udd12 Step 1: Check Zoom Account Settings in the Web Portal\n\n1. Open your browser and sign in to the **Zoom web portal** (zoom.us) with your Zoom credentials.\n\n2. Navigate to **Settings**:\n   - If you\u2019re a regular user, click **My Account** \u2192 **Settings**.\n   - If you\u2019re an admin, go to **Account Management** \u2192 **Account Settings** (or **Group Management** \u2192 relevant group).\n\n3. Go to the **Recording & Transcript** tab. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n4. Find the toggle for **Automatic Recording** (sometimes labelled \u201cAuto-record meeting\u201d or \u201cAutomatically record meeting\u201d). ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/de/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067961&utm_source=openai))\n\n5. If the toggle is **on**, press Enter (or Space) to switch it **off**. This makes sure meetings you host later do *not* start recording automatically. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n6. If required by policy, confirm your change when Zoom asks for verification. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n7. Save the settings (look for a Save button and activate it). If the toggle is greyed out or locked, it means your account or group has a setting enforced by an administrator. You\u2019ll need to contact your Zoom admin to change it. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Step 2: Change the Setting for Scheduled or Existing Meetings\n\nEven after disabling the account-level auto-recording, some existing or scheduled meetings may still have auto-record enabled. For these:\n\n1. Still in the web portal, go to **Meetings** \u2192 **Upcoming Meetings**.\n\n2. Use Tab or arrow keys to move through the list, find the meeting you want to change.\n\n3. Press Enter on the meeting \u2192 choose **Edit** meeting. If it\u2019s recurring, select whether to change only this meeting, all future, etc. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n4. Find **Meeting Options** or **Advanced Options** section \u2192 locate **Automatically record meeting**.\n\n5. If that is checked, press Space or Enter to clear/uncheck it. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n6. Move to the Save button and activate it. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udee0\ufe0f Step 3: Confirm During Meeting Setup or at Meeting Start (Optional Visual/Voice Prompt)\n\n- If your Zoom setting includes \u201cAsk host to confirm before recording\u201d or a disclaimer before starting a recording, ensure that is enabled. This ensures that even if recording is set to start automatically or by default, Zoom prompts you to confirm. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0068228&utm_source=openai))\n\n- For accounts with many licenses or enterprise agreements, admins may allow disabling or customizing these prompts. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0068228&utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udce2 Accessible Cues for Screen Reader Users\n\nWhile changing these settings:\n\n- Toggle controls often have label \u201cAutomatic Recording\u201d followed by \u201con/off\u201d. Your screen reader should read that. Use Space or Enter to toggle.\n\n- Buttons like \u201cSave\u201d, \u201cEdit\u201d, \u201cSettings\u201d will likely be standard buttons with accessible labels. Get familiar with how your screen reader announces buttons (\u201cSave button\u201d, \u201cEdit meeting link\u201d, etc.).\n\n- The web portal uses standard form controls. Checklists (checkbox) will be read when focused: \u201cAutomatically record meeting checkbox checked\u201d or \u201cunchecked\u201d.\n\n---\n\nIf you tell me your **Zoom account type** (Free, Pro, Business, Education, or part of a company/organization) plus whether you're the **host/admin** or just a user, I can customize instructions so that your settings are always visible and accessible for your level."
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "i%20want%20to%20manually%20start%20a%20recording%2C%20rather%20than%20have%20it%20happening%20automatically."
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "If you want to make sure Zoom does *not* record automatically, and instead only start recording *manually*, here\u2019s how to configure Zoom and how to do manual recording once the meeting is running.\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udd04 Disable Automatic Recording\n\nFirst, ensure automatic recording is turned off. You\u2019ll need to do this in the Zoom web portal. Changes here apply to new meetings. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n1. Sign in to Zoom via a web browser.\n2. Go to **Settings** \u2192 **Recording & Transcript** (sometimes just \u201cRecording\u201d) tab. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n3. Find the toggle labeled **Automatic Recording**, **Auto-record meeting**, or *Automatically record meeting/webinar*. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n4. Make sure this toggle is **off**. If it\u2019s on, press Space or Enter to disable it. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n5. Save the change. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n> Note: Disabling automatic recording here applies to all *future* meetings. Meetings already scheduled, or ones using your Personal Meeting ID (PMI), may still have auto-recording turned on and will need to be edited individually. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## \u270d\ufe0f Edit Existing Scheduled Meeting (if needed)\n\nIf you have meetings already scheduled with auto-recording on, you\u2019ll want to disable that at the meeting level:\n\n1. In Zoom\u2019s web portal, go to **Meetings** \u2192 **Upcoming**.\n2. Find the meeting, select **Edit**.\n3. In the *Options* or *Advanced Options* section (may also show \u201cShow advanced,\u201d etc.), locate the checkbox **Automatically record meeting**.\n4. If it\u2019s checked, press Space or Enter to clear it. Then save. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0067954&utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## \u25b6\ufe0f Manually Start a Recording during a Meeting\n\nOnce auto-record is off, you can then record only when *you* decide:\n\n1. Start or join your meeting as the **host** (or as **co-host** if you\u2019ve been given recording privileges). ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0065164&utm_source=openai))\n2. In the meeting controls toolbar (usually at the bottom center of the window), locate the **Record** button. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0059856&utm_source=openai))\n3. Press **Record**. You will often be prompted to choose where to record:\n   - *Record to this Computer* (local recording)  \n   - *Record to the Cloud* (if your account supports it) ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0059856&utm_source=openai))\n4. To pause or stop, use the **Pause Recording** or **Stop Recording** buttons. They often appear in the top-left of the Zoom window or near the recording indicator. ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0059856&utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## \ud83d\udc41\ufe0f Screen Reader Tips & Accessible Cues\n\nIf you\u2019re using a screen reader (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, Narrator):\n\n- When the meeting starts, use your screen reader to scan through the meeting toolbar until you find a control named \u201cRecord button\u201d, \u201cRecord to Computer\u201d or \u201cRecord to Cloud\u201d (choose whichever is supported).\n- Screen readers read when controls are focused. The Record button usually has the label \u201cRecord\u201d and may announce \u201cRecord button\u201d, \u201cRecord meeting\u201d or similar.\n- After recording starts, your screen reader should read something like \u201cRecording indicator\u201d or \u201cRecording in progress\u201d (depending on announcements enabled). ([support.zoom.com](https://support.zoom.com/hc/en/article?id=zm_kb&sysparm_article=KB0059856&utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you tell me which version of Zoom you use (free or paid, desktop or mobile) and which screen reader (NVDA, JAWS, etc.), I can provide the exact key sequences and labels you\u2019ll hear."
    }
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