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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "how%20do%20I%20add%20a%20word%20to%20the%20default%20JAWS%20dictionary"
    },
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        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "You can add custom words to the default dictionary in **JAWS** (the one used by most applications) using the **Dictionary Manager**. Below are clear step-by-step instructions and some tips to make sure your changes are saved correctly.\n\n---\n\n### \u2705 How to Add a Word to the Default JAWS Dictionary (default.jdf)\n\n1. Move your text cursor so that it\u2019s at or near the word you want to add.  \n   - This ensures the word\u2019s spelling appears correctly in the dialog.  \n   ([saomaicenter.org](https://saomaicenter.org/vi/article27_1?utm_source=openai))\n\n2. Open the **Dictionary Manager**:  \n   - Press **INSERT + D** (or CAPS LOCK + D, depending on your keyboard layout) for a quick open.  \n   - Or press **INSERT + F2** \u2192 use arrow keys to select *Dictionary Manager* and press ENTER.  \n   ([defkey.com](https://defkey.com/jaws-screen-reader-shortcuts?utm_source=openai))\n\n3. If needed, switch the dictionary to the default file:  \n   - Press **CTRL + SHIFT + D** so that the title bar shows *default.jdf*.  \n   - Press **INSERT + T** to confirm you're using the default dictionary.  \n   ([saomaicenter.org](https://saomaicenter.org/vi/article27_1?utm_source=openai))\n\n4. Add your word:  \n   - TAB to the **Add** button and press ENTER or SPACE.  \n   - The **Actual Word** field will show the word near the cursor, or you can type it in if it\u2019s not correct.  \n   - TAB to **Replacement Word** to enter how you want JAWS to pronounce it (phonetic spelling or expanded text).  \n   - Optional: If you want to test how it sounds, press **ALT + A** (actual word) and **ALT + R** (replacement word).  \n   - Confirm and exit the dialog. When closing the Dictionary Manager, respond **Yes** when prompted to *save changes*.  \n   ([manualzilla.com](https://manualzilla.com/doc/5681446/magic-user-s-guide---freedom-scientific?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n### \u26a0\ufe0f Important Notes & Tips\n\n- **default.jdf** is the system-wide dictionary, so any words you add here are used across all programs. If the Dictionary Manager shows another name (like WordPad.jdf), your changes will only apply to that specific app.  \n  ([saomaicenter.org](https://saomaicenter.org/vi/article27_1?utm_source=openai))\n\n- Be exact about spelling, including punctuation. If the replacement doesn't sound right, try tweaking spelling alternatives until the pronunciation sounds natural.  \n  ([manualzilla.com](https://manualzilla.com/doc/5681446/magic-user-s-guide---freedom-scientific?utm_source=openai))\n\n- The changes are saved in your user settings folder, so they\u2019ll be preserved across sessions as long as you save when asked.  \n  ([support.freedomscientific.com](https://support.freedomscientific.com/teachers/lessons/9.7_SharingDictionaryFiles.htm?utm_source=openai))\n\n- If you're using multiple languages, you can specify which one the rule applies to in the dialog (often there's a drop-down for language).  \n  ([manualzilla.com](https://manualzilla.com/doc/5681446/magic-user-s-guide---freedom-scientific?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you tell me which version of **JAWS** you\u2019re using, I can give you instructions specific to your setup. Would you like that?"
    }
]