Adjusting your set-up
You can set up your computer to suit your individual needs. There are many options available for peripheral devices, such as an adapted keyboard or a
Table 1 below outlines four key adjustments you can make to your computer to meet your needs.
| Computer adjustment | Examples |
|---|---|
 Vision and colour |
Make text larger Magnify the screen Make the mouse pointer easier to see Change the background colour Change your text style ( |
 Hearing and speech |
Turn speech into sign language using digitally created people known as |
 Mobility and dexterity |
Use hands-free voice recognition Use switches to aid physical difficulties Use a keyboard without a mouse Slow the mouse down or make it left-handed Enlarge the mouse pointer Make the computer one-handed |
 Attention and memory |
Hide distracting content Make the device talk to you |
Activity: My computer my way
AbilityNet supports people of any age, with any disability or impairment to use technology to achieve their goals at home, at work and in education. They have created a step-by-step guide to adjusting your device. It’s called ‘My Computer My Way [Tip: hold Ctrl and click a link to open it in a new tab. (Hide tip)] ’ and you can use it to set up your computer to meet your needs.
Turning your computer on