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The post explains how to simulate a right-click using the left mouse button in Ubuntu Linux. This feature, known as Simulated Secondary Click, benefits users with limited finger mobility or a single-button pointing device. The instructions outline how to enable or disable this feature in the Accessibility settings of Ubuntu’s System Settings. Changes to the…

The post outlines how to enable or disable the Hover Click feature in Ubuntu Linux. By default, double clicks are needed to open items to avoid accidental opening, but single-click mode can be enabled for those who find double-clicking challenging. Furthermore, the Hover Click feature, which automates clicking after suspending the mouse over a control,…

The post provides a guide on how to enable or disable the built-in Screen Reader (Narrator) feature in Ubuntu Linux, which aids users with limited vision or difficulty in reading clear text. Instructions involve navigating to the System Settings panel, selecting ‘Accessibility’, and toggling the Screen Reader switch to the desired position.

The article explains how to change the mouse pointer color in Ubuntu Linux, which might be beneficial for individuals with poor vision or simply for aesthetic purposes. The default Ubuntu setup doesn’t offer this option, so one must install additional software, specifically Gnome Tweaks. Instructions for installation and use are provided.

The post outlines steps to find the mouse pointer quickly in Ubuntu Linux, addressing visibility issues, especially for individuals with poor vision. It illustrates how to enable or disable the ‘Locate Pointer’ option via the Accessibility section in the System Settings panel. Activating this feature highlights the pointer’s location when pressing the CTRL key.

This post details how to enable or disable Sound keys in Ubuntu Linux, a feature that plays a tone when pressing Caps lock, Num lock, or Scroll lock. For those who wish to avoid typing errors or accidental key activation, this feature provides auditory feedback. The process involves altering the Accessibility panel settings in the…

This content provides a guide on how to enable or disable the Magnifier in Ubuntu Linux using the System Settings panel. The Magnifier is a feature that enlarges portions or the entire screen, aiding users with poor vision or difficulties seeing objects on their computer screen. It also details how to adjust various Magnifier settings…

This post explains how to adjust the mouse cursor’s size in Ubuntu Linux to make it more visible, especially for people with vision problems. Ubuntu Linux provides an option in the System Settings panel under the Accessibility option to increase or decrease the cursor size according to user’s needs.

The post explains how to enable single-click mode to open files/folders in Ubuntu Linux, which usually requires double-click by default. The switch can be made in File Manager preferences under ‘Action to Open Items’, aiding users who struggle with double-clicking. The change applies instantly and can be reversed similarly.

The post provides a guide on enabling or disabling sticky keys in Ubuntu Linux. Sticky keys aid users who struggle to press multiple keys simultaneously by allowing them to press each key individually. Instructions on how to toggle this feature are given, through the system settings then onto the accessibility panel where users can turn…