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    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "I%20want%20to%20find%20the%20keys%20that%20I%20would%20use%20on%20my%20Braille%20Sense%206%20to%20control%20my%20computer.%20I%27m%20already%20connected%20wirelessly%20through%20Bluetooth%20to%20the%20computer.%20I%20just%20need%20to%20know%20how%20to%20do%20basic%20things%20like%20navigate%20through%20options%20in%20a%20combo%20box%2C%20that%20sort%20of%20thing."
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "Here\u2019s a clear guide to using the Braille Sense 6 (BS6) hardware keyboard to control your computer over Bluetooth\u2014especially for things like navigating combo boxes, menus, dialogs, and basic PC functions. These commands assume your BS6 is connected and in a mode where its input is sent to the computer.\n\n---\n\n## Key Layout Overview\n\n- BS6 has a **6-dot Perkins-style braille keyboard** (dots 1-6).  \n- There are four **Function keys**: F1, F2, F3, F4.  \n- There's a **Space key**, and keys labeled **Control** (to left of Space) and **Alt** (to right).  \n- Buttons for **Up** and **Down** scrolling are on either side of the braille display. ([vi.ie](https://vi.ie/general-layout-of-braille-sense-6/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## Basic Navigation & Controls\n\n| Action | Key(s) | How to Use / Notes |\n|---|---|---|\n| Open Main Program Menu | F1 | From anywhere in BS6. ([manuals.plus](https://manuals.plus/mt/selvas-healthcare/braille-sense-6-mini-blindness-manual?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Open Program-Specific Menu (like Alt on PC) | F2 *or* Space-m (dots 1-3-4) | Works inside apps. ([manuals.plus](https://manuals.plus/hr/selvas-healthcare/braille-sense-6-mini-blindness-manual?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Tab / Move to Next Control | F3 *or* Space-4-5 | In dialog boxes, combos, etc. ([manuals.plus](https://manuals.plus/hr/selvas-healthcare/braille-sense-6-mini-blindness-manual?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Shift-Tab / Previous Control | Space-F3 *or* Space-1-2 | Same contexts. ([manuals.plus](https://manuals.plus/hr/selvas-healthcare/braille-sense-6-mini-blindness-manual?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Escape / Close Dialog / Cancel | F4 *or* Space-e (Space-1-5) | To back out of menus, dialogs. ([manuals.plus](https://manuals.plus/hr/selvas-healthcare/braille-sense-6-mini-blindness-manual?utm_source=openai)) |\n| Exit / Global Return to Start | Space-z (dots 1-3-5-6) | From most locations. ([manuals.plus](https://manuals.plus/hr/selvas-healthcare/braille-sense-6-mini-blindness-manual?utm_source=openai)) |\n\n---\n\n## Using Combo Boxes, Lists, Edit Boxes\n\nYou\u2019ll typically see control-symbol labels such as **CB** (combo box), **EB** (edit box), **MEB** (multi-line edit box). ([manuals.plus](https://manuals.plus/mt/selvas-healthcare/braille-sense-6-mini-blindness-manual?utm_source=openai))\n\n- **Combo box (CB)**: once focused, use the **Up-scroll** / **Down-scroll** buttons to go through the choices. ([manuals.plus](https://manuals.plus/mt/selvas-healthcare/braille-sense-6-mini-blindness-manual?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Edit combo box (ECB)**: you may either scroll or\u2013if allowed\u2013type the name of the item directly. ([manuals.plus](https://manuals.plus/mt/selvas-healthcare/braille-sense-6-mini-blindness-manual?utm_source=openai))  \n- **Lists/Menus**: use **Tab/F3** to move forward between controls/items; **Shift-Tab/Space-F3** for backward. **Up-scroll/Down-scroll** to move within menus/list entries. ([manuals.plus](https://manuals.plus/mt/selvas-healthcare/braille-sense-6-mini-blindness-manual?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## Cursor Routing and Character Navigation\n\nBS6 has a 32-cell braille display with a row of **cursor routing keys** under it\u2014each corresponds to a braille cell. You can move the PC cursor this way when in reading or editing. ([ece.com.pl](https://www.ece.com.pl/download/braillesense/BrailleSense_6_PL%20v3.0.htm?utm_source=openai))\n\nOther important navigation shortcuts include:\n\n- Move to previous character: **Space-3** ([sastltd.zohodesk.eu](https://sastltd.zohodesk.eu/portal/en/kb/articles/braillesense-6-command-shortcut-summary?utm_source=openai))  \n- Next character: **Space-6** ([sastltd.zohodesk.eu](https://sastltd.zohodesk.eu/portal/en/kb/articles/braillesense-6-command-shortcut-summary?utm_source=openai))  \n- Previous line or item: **Space-1** ([sastltd.zohodesk.eu](https://sastltd.zohodesk.eu/portal/en/kb/articles/braillesense-6-command-shortcut-summary?utm_source=openai))  \n- Next line or item: **Space-4** ([sastltd.zohodesk.eu](https://sastltd.zohodesk.eu/portal/en/kb/articles/braillesense-6-command-shortcut-summary?utm_source=openai))  \n- To start or end of list/document: **Space-1-2-3** (top) / **Space-4-5-6** (bottom) ([sastltd.zohodesk.eu](https://sastltd.zohodesk.eu/portal/en/kb/articles/braillesense-6-command-shortcut-summary?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## Working with \"Typed Input Mode\"\n\nIn the Word Processor app, BS6 has a **Typing Mode**. When this mode is active:\n\n- Navigation key shortcuts are temporarily disabled (so you don\u2019t trigger unwanted commands when typing fast).  \n- You toggle Typing Mode **on or off** with the chord: **Backspace - Space - Enter - m** ([sastltd.zohodesk.eu](https://sastltd.zohodesk.eu/portal/en/kb/articles/braillesense-6-typing-mode?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you want, I can send you a printed-out command cheat-sheet (PDF or text) for all the BS6 keyboard shortcuts\u2014would that help?"
    },
    {
        "role": "user",
        "content": "No%2C%20this%20list%20is%20useless.%20I%27m%20trying%20to%20control%20the%20laptop%2C%20not%20the%20BS6.%20And%20I%27ve%20already%20tried%20the%20scroll%20buttons%20and%20they%20don%27t%20seem%20to%20scroll%20through%20combo%20boxes%20when%20I%27m%20connected%20to%20my%20laptop.%20I%20was%20told%20there%20was%20a%20list%20somewhere%20on%20the%20Vispero%20site%20of%20the%20commands%20that%20all%20Braille%20displays%20could%20use%20when%20controling%20JAWS.%20Can%20you%20find%20those%3F"
    },
    {
        "role": "assistant",
        "content": "I searched through current Vispero / Freedom Scientific and related resources but **couldn\u2019t find** a document that clearly lists *universal* braille-display\u2010to\u2010JAWS commands that guarantee combo-box navigation with any display (such as the Braille Sense 6). The behavior often depends on the display\u2019s built-in routing keys, rocker bars, and how it implements the \u201cDOT\u201d or \u201cCHORD\u201d key inputs that JAWS supports. However, I found relevant info, hints, and some command lists\u2014especially for Focus displays\u2014that might help you adapt or test what could work with your setup.\n\n---\n\n## Key Findings\n\n1. **\u201cBraille Commands\u201d page for Focus displays**  \n   Freedom Scientific\u2019s site has a *Braille Commands* page that shows many keystrokes for Focus braille displays under JAWS. Some navigation commands relevant to combo boxes and lists include \u201cOpen List Box,\u201d \u201cLeft Rocker Bar Down,\u201d and so on. ([freedomscientific.com](https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/braille/focus/braille-commands/?utm_source=openai))\n\n2. **\u201cList of Commands for JAWS and Focus 40 Braille Display\u201d (TSBVI IRL)**  \n   This is a PDF listing many commands specific to Focus 40, including:\n   - Move to next/previous item or field: Tab / Shift + Tab or equivalent braille display chords. ([tsbvi.edu](https://www.tsbvi.edu/wp-content/uploads/assets/documents/irl/tsbvi-irl-jaws-commands-focus.pdf?utm_source=openai))  \n   - Open a combo or dropdown list: possibly with **F4** or **Alt + Down Arrow** on the keyboard. ([vip.chowo.co.uk](https://vip.chowo.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/jaws/Controls-Guide.html?utm_source=openai))\n\n3. **Keyboard commands quick reference**  \n   The \u201cJAWS Keyboard Commands Quick Reference Guide\u201d from Deque provides standard PC keystrokes like Tab, Shift+Tab, F4, Alt+Down Arrow / Alt+Up Arrow for combo box interactions. For example, to open or close a combo box: F4 or Alt+Down, Alt+Up. ([dequeuniversity.com](https://dequeuniversity.com/assets/pdf/screenreaders/jaws.pdf?utm_source=openai))\n\n4. **Short note on JAWS keyboard layouts**  \n   Important because depending on whether you\u2019re using \u201cDesktop\u201d or \u201cLaptop\u201d layout, the JAWS modifier key changes (Insert vs Caps Lock), which can affect whether braille-display chords are correctly interpreted. ([tpgi.com](https://www.tpgi.com/short-note-on-jaws-keyboard-layouts/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## What Likely Applies to Braille Sense 6 + JAWS\n\nBecause the Braille Sense 6 is different from a Focus display, but still supports DOT and routing/rocker keys, here is what you should try (these are derived from Focus display behavior):\n\n- To move between controls (combo box, OK/Cancel, text fields): **Tab** and **Shift + Tab**.  \n- To open a combo box when focused: **F4**, or **Alt + Down Arrow**.  \n- To close a combo box: **Alt + Up Arrow**, or pressing **Escape** when it\u2019s open.  \n- Once combo box is open, use **Up Arrow** / **Down Arrow** to choose items.  \n- To select an item: **Enter** (or first letter/type the item\u2019s name).  \n\nNow, on your BS6, try mapping the DOT-space-chord equivalents of those arrow keys, F4, Alt + arrows, etc. For example, often there are DOT-chords in JAWS for \u201cOpen List Box\u201d which use a rocker or a DOT chord. From the Focus list:\n\n- **Open List Box** = \u201cLEFT SHIFT + RIGHT ROCKER BAR DOWN\u201d (Focus display) ([freedomscientific.com](https://www.freedomscientific.com/training/braille/focus/braille-commands/?utm_source=openai))  \n- Combo box on PC typically using F4 or Alt + Down Arrow ([vip.chowo.co.uk](https://vip.chowo.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/jaws/Controls-Guide.html?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\n## Why It Might Not Work \u201cOut of the Box\u201d\n\n- The BS6 may **not implement** some of JAWS\u2019s DOT-commands or routing keys as the Focus line does.\n- Its *rocker bars* or *routing keys* may be mapped differently or may be disabled for PC control.\n- If the configuration in JAWS for your Braille device doesn\u2019t support input routing or doesn\u2019t treat those DOT commands as modifier + arrow / F-key equivalents, they\u2019ll just have no effect.\n\n---\n\n## What You Can Do Next\n\n1. **Find the \u201cCommands for Your Model\u201d document**  \n   Vispero often publishes support docs specifically for Focus, Brailliant, etc. You might reach out or check the Vispero technical support site for \u201cBraille Sense 6 JAWS Commands\u201d.\n\n2. **Experiment with DOT-chords**  \n   Try pressing combinations involving DOT-8 (or whatever equivalent in BS6) plus dots that correspond to arrow keys or F4 / Alt keys. Sometimes pressing ALL DOT + rocker etc. For example, in Focus: pressing \u201cOpen List Box\u201d = DOT combination + RIGHT ROCKER BAR DOWN. Trying analogous combinations on your display may activate it.\n\n3. **Check JAWS\u2019s Help Topics inside JAWS**  \n   In JAWS: *Help \u2192 Keystrokes* will have a complete list, which may include braille-display specific ones if your display is fully detected and configured. ([tpgi.com](https://www.tpgi.com/short-note-on-jaws-keyboard-layouts/?utm_source=openai))\n\n4. **Ensure correct JAWS Keyboard Layout**  \n   Make sure JAWS is set to the keyboard layout (desktop/laptop) that corresponds to how BS6 is sending inputs. If it\u2019s wrong, modifier keys (like the Insert or CapsLock acting as JAWS key) may mis-route your chords. ([tpgi.com](https://www.tpgi.com/short-note-on-jaws-keyboard-layouts/?utm_source=openai))\n\n---\n\nIf you like, I can try digging up a PDF or official manual for *Braille Sense 6 with JAWS specifically* and extract the exact DOT-chords or rocker/routing commands that others have reported working. Do you want me to go ahead and find that?"
    }
]