Description

Tecla is a set of open software and hardware tools that facilitate access to electronic devices for people with mobility impairments.
IMPORTANT: For instructions on how to install, activate and select the Tecla Access keyboard, please visit:
http://scyp.idrc.ocad.ca/projects/tekla/the-app
The Tecla App is an input method that enables external switch access to Android. This is a special kind of application that integrates tightly with the operating system enabling access to most of its functions.
Tecla supports wireless control of Android, via an on-screen keyboard, directly from a powered wheelchair or standard ability switches connected to a Tecla Shield:
http://scyp.idrc.ocad.ca/projects/tekla/the-shield
Other supported access features include:
* Single-switch access
* 2-4 switch access
* Any switch answers call on speakerphone
* Direct-scanning
* Self-scanning
* Fullscreen switch mode
Tecla is part of the AEGIS (Ontario) Project (http://aegis.idrc.ocad.ca/). It is funded by the Ontario Ministry of Research and Innovation (http://www.mri.gov.on.ca/) and supported by the AEGIS (Europe) Project (http://www.aegis-project.eu/).
Additional details and installation instructions available at:
http://scyp.idrc.ocad.ca/projects/tekla
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