Windows 11 Narrator Gets Faster and Smarter

Windows 11 Narrator Gets Faster and Smarter

The August 2024 update for Windows 11 brings significant improvements to the Narrator feature, enhancing its speed, accuracy, and overall user experience. Discover how these updates can make your digital interactions smoother and more accessible.

By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor

August 4, 2024

Have you ever struggled with navigating large documents or websites using screen readers? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Update to the recent *optional* Windows 11 update.

With the August 2024 improvements to the Narrator feature, Microsoft is making strides in accessibility, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a seamless digital experience.

The Narrator feature in Windows 11 is a built-in screen reader designed to assist users with visual impairments by reading aloud the text displayed on the screen and describing on-screen elements. 

This tool helps users navigate the operating system, use applications, and browse the web more easily.

Here's how to do it.

1. Ensure your system is updated to the latest version. 
2. Go to Settings > Windows Update and check for updates.
3. Press Windows key + Ctrl + Enter to turn on Narrator.
4. Navigate to Settings > Accessibility > Narrator to adjust voice, speed, and other preferences.
5. Open Microsoft Edge and start browsing. Narrator will now read out loud with improved speed and accuracy.
6.  Utilize the new text selection, deletion, and navigation commands for a more efficient experience.

• Text Selection:
• Select from current position to end of line: Press Caps Lock + Shift + L.
• Select from current position to beginning of line: Press Caps Lock + Shift + J.
• Select from current position to end of document: Press Caps Lock + Shift + End.
• Select from current position to beginning of document: Press Caps Lock + Shift + Home.

• Text Deletion:
• Delete from current position to end of line: Press Caps Lock + Shift + Delete.
• Delete from current position to beginning of line: Press Caps Lock + Shift + Backspace.

• Navigation:
• Move to next paragraph: Press Caps Lock + Ctrl + Down Arrow.
• Move to previous paragraph: Press Caps Lock + Ctrl + Up Arrow.
• Move to next heading: Press Caps Lock + H.
• Move to previous heading: Press Caps Lock + Shift + H.

fig. 1 - Windows 11 Narrator Update

The update significantly enhances the speed and accuracy of the Narrator, particularly when reading large documents and browsing with Edge. 

This improvement ensures a smoother and more efficient user experience. 

Want to make changes?

Here's how to do it.

1. Open Narrator Settings: Go to Settings > Ease of Access > Narrator.
2. Adjust Voice Settings: Choose your preferred voice, adjust the speed, pitch, and volume.
3. Customize Commands: Explore and customize new text navigation commands to suit your workflow.
4. Save Preferences: Ensure all changes are saved for a personalized experience.

The August 2024 update for Windows 11’s Narrator feature is a game-changer for accessibility. 

By enhancing speed, accuracy, and usability, Microsoft is making significant strides in ensuring that all users can navigate their digital environments with ease. 

Whether you’re a student, professional, or casual user, these improvements are designed to make your experience smoother and more efficient.

What do you think about the new Narrator improvements? 

Share your thoughts in the comments below and don’t forget to share this article on your social media to spread the word!

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