TouchStrokes
by AssistiveWare
Virtual onscreen keyboard that allows you to type characters into any standard Macintosh application with a mouse, trackball, head pointer, touch screen, graphic tablet or other mouse emulator
TouchStrokes provides a fully-functional virtual keyboard for Mac OS 9 and Mac OS X that works by drawing a keyboard image on the display and allows you to type characters into any normal application using a mouse, trackball, head pointer, touch screen, graphic tablet, or other mouse emulator. It works seamlessly with all standard Mac applications (including those running in the Classic) allowing you to type virtually anywhere a hardware keyboard can be used.
TouchStrokes automatically adjusts to US and international keyboard layouts and has multiple resizable keyboard models. It handles command-key combinations, dead-keys, and modifier key – click combinations. It offers a quick access toolbar and has many customisable settings.
TouchStrokes is ideal if you work with a touch screen, electronic white board, or set-up a touchscreen kiosk. Also for artists working with large graphic tablets or server managers that want to eliminate the clutter of having multiple physical keyboards on a desk, it provides a great solution. People with disabilities should also check out KeyStrokes virtual keyboard, which offers special accessibility features.
TouchStrokes works with any mouse or mouse emulating device that is compatible with Mac OS X. This includes the Wacom Graphire and Intuos tablets and Cintiq displays. It also includes Mac OS X compatible touch screens such as those from TrollTouch or just about any touch screen using the drivers from Touch-Base. Such touch screens are a great combination with a Mac mini and TouchStrokes to create a touch screen kiosk or station.
TouchStrokes Features
- Fully functional onscreen keyboard.
- Works seamlessly with all standard Mac OS 9 and Mac OS X applications.
- Handles command-key combinations, dead-keys, and modifier key – click combinations and auto-key repeat.
- Works with US and international keyboard layouts and offers five interactively resizable keyboard models.
- Offers extensive customisation, including various key designs, selectable font, and adjustable key spacing.
- Provides a customisable kiosk mode to control user access to onscreen keyboard features and block certain keys and key combinations. Click here for a preview.
- Works with any touch screen, mouse, trackball, or graphic tablet that emulates a regular mouse.
- Has an iconisable and collapsible keyboard window floating above other applications.
System Requirements
- Apple Mac
- Operating System: Mac OS 9.x, or Mac OS X 10.1.3-10.5 or higher
- Minimum Display Resolution: 800×600
- Operating System: Mac OS 9.x, or Mac OS X 10.1.3-10.5 or higher
Download
- Manual (PDF 1.6 MB)
- TouchStrokes 1.5.6 Trial version for Mac OS 9 and OS X ~ 1.0 MB
TouchStrokes is targeted at the following age ranges:
- All Ages
TouchStrokes is designed to foster development in the areas of:
- Access to computers
Users can access TouchStrokes in the following ways:
- Mouse/ Trackball/ Joystick
- Touchscreen
For answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and technical support visit:
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