Unmute Presents - JAWS Tips: Quickly Starting JAWS

In this episode, we share some quick tips for starting JAWS when it’s not running. Whether you use the Run dialog, desktop shortcuts, or create your own custom keystroke, these methods will help you get JAWS up and talking fast.

Here’s what we cover:

• Run Dialog: Press Windows+R, type “JAWS” followed by the version number (e.g., JAWS2025), and hit Enter.
• Desktop Shortcut: Press Windows+D, type “JAWS,” and press Enter to launch it.
• Custom Keystroke: Learn how to set a shortcut key for starting JAWS directly.

We also mention Penny Forward, a nonprofit helping blind people build financial independence through accessible education and support. Learn more or make a donation at pennyforward.com.

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In this episode of At Your Fingertips, we celebrate the legacy of Louis Braille and the life-changing power of literacy. Host Chris welcomes Char Cook, a passionate advocate for Braille, business owner, and educator, to share her inspiring journey of embracing Braille and reclaiming independence.

Char reflects on her early struggles with retinitis pigmentosa, the encouragement that led her to learn Braille, and how it transformed her life—both personally and professionally. She recounts the profound impact of mentors who championed her literacy and her experience as a business owner using Braille to manage her work.

The highlight of this episode is Char’s emotional visit to the Louis Braille Museum in France. She takes listeners through the touching moments of standing in Braille’s childhood home, holding pieces of Braille history, and reflecting on the revolutionary contributions of Louis Braille. Her vivid account brings to life the enduring importance of Braille and the empowerment it provides.

This episode is a moving tribute to Louis Braille’s legacy and a call to action for all to embrace literacy, champion accessibility, and celebrate the gift of communication.

Louis Braille, Braille literacy, Char Cook, advocacy, accessibility, Braille museum, Blind Girl Designs, Unmute Presents, empowerment, inclusivity, blindness

Discover the exclusive collaboration between Blind Girl Designs and Unmute Presents by visiting Unmute.show or BlindGirlDesigns.com. Join us in celebrating Braille and advocating for accessibility and inclusivity!

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Here’s a draft of the show notes for the episode:

Welcome back to The Shell Phone Show, your go-to podcast for all things Blindshell Classic! In this episode, we’re diving into a common issue and sharing simple, step-by-step instructions to restart your Blindshell Classic 2 or 3 when it freezes up.

🔧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How to force restart your Blindshell Classic 2 or 3 without removing the battery.
• Tips to handle phone freezes efficiently.
• Why the back button is your best friend in tricky situations.

🎵 Music Credit:
A big thanks to Andre Louis and his Shorts Collection for the background music that keeps our show lively!

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