OptiKey is an open-source communication software designed to be used with mouse, head tracker, eye tracker and other alternative mouse options. Users can access text-to-speech keyboards as well as CommuniKate pages with picture symbols within the software. The software features a learning word prediction engine that learns from the user's usage patterns. OptiKey can also automatically insert spaces between words and capitalise letters. Aside from typing using the onscreen keyboard, users can type whole words and phrases in a single selection by "swiping" or using "auto-complete". The software also offers mouse simulation for interaction with other Windows software. The software is compatible with Windows only and currently does not support switch access. OptiKey is designed to work on a Windows computer that is capable of running the .Net 4.6 Framework by Microsoft.
General Details
Manufacturer/Country
OptiKey / UK
Warranty
No warranty provided as a community developed software
Websites
- Developer's website - http://www.OptiKey.org
Maintenance
Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.
Models / Specifications
Model OptiKey: Downloadable software
Features
Contact listed suppliers to confirm features, options and models available.
Set Up or Installation
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Installation:
- Internet download
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Operation:
- offline
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Operating system(s) :
- Windows
Language Set Up
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Language Representation :
- Alphabet/ text based
- single meaning pictures
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Pre-programmed templates :
- Computer access page sets
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Level of Customisation:
- limited customisation
Manual
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Manuals and support material :
- online
Rate Enhancement
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Rate enhancement features:
- customisable dictionary
- word prediction
Access Options
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Access method:
- direct access
- Eye gaze
- Eye gaze compatible
- Head tracking mouse
- mouse
- Mouse emulators
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Keyboard features:
- QWERTY
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Accessibility features:
- rate enhancement
- text to speech
Visual Display
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Font size:
- Fully customisable
Voice Output
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Auditory feedback :
- beep on button press
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Voice output:
- computer generated synthesised speech
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Languages available:
- English
- English (United Kingdom)
- English (United States)
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Voices :
- Microsoft SAPI
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Speech/ Voice customisation:
- Speed/ speech rate
- Volume
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Accent:
- UK
- US
Suppliers (2)
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All Suppliers
Free Software Downloads ()
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
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| P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
OptiKey.org ()
| Supplier Code | Price & Price Notes | Hire? | Repair? | Availability |
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| P.O.A | unknown | unknown |
Standards
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