Talking Typer
- Type: Education
- Accessibility: Mobile, PC
- Developer: American Printing House for the Blind (APH)
- Status: Free
- Platform: iOS, Windows
- Language: English
- Rating: 7/10
Talking Typer is an iOS app designed to teach users with visual impairments touch and blind typing skills. It vocalizes every key press and provides voice feedback to help users navigate text input more effectively. The app includes 35 lessons of varying difficulty levels, allowing gradual improvement of typing speed and accuracy.
The program supports screen readers like VoiceOver and is compatible with external keyboards and Braille displays, expanding user options. The app features a training game that makes skill acquisition more engaging and motivating. Additionally, users can create and edit their own lessons, enabling personalized learning tailored to individual needs.