Get started with mobility & dexterity resources

The Google products and features below can be useful for people with limited mobility or dexterity. Find resources for other accessibility needs in "Related resources" at the end of this article.

Resources for limited dexterity

Action Blocks

You can customize widgets on your Android home screen to help you simplify and perform your everyday tasks with a single tap, with customized widgets on your Android home screen. Learn about Action Blocks.

Voice input & voice command

Chromebook dictation

You can enter text into any field with your voice. Learn how to turn on Chromebook accessibility features.

Voice access for Android

You can control your device with spoken commands.

  • Open apps
  • Navigate screens
  • Type
  • Edit text hands-free

Learn how to get started with Voice Access spoken command

Gboard Talk-to-text

You can type with your voice on your mobile device. Learn how to type with your voice.

Voice Typing in Docs & Slides

You can use your computer’s mic to record what you say, and the Voice Typing converts it into text. Learn how to type and edit with your voice.

Voice commands for Google Home

You can use your voice to:

  • Activate Google Assistant technology.
  • Control the smart devices in your home.

Learn about accessibility features on Google Nest or Home devices.

Voice commands for Google Search

You can use your voice to search, adjust settings, and more. Learn how to use Google Voice Search.

Assistant voice typing

You can use your voice to dictate text with Assistant voice typing. Learn how to use the on-screen keyboard on your Pixel tablet.

Assistant for Google TV

You can speak to your Google Assistant through your Google TV remote. Learn how to do more with Google Assistant on Google TV.

Keyboard shortcuts

Use keyboard shortcuts to navigate and work faster.

Touch input for Docs, Sheets & Slides

Touch the screen to move the cursor and enter text. This is compatible with select screen readers and browsers. Learn how to use Google editors with a screen reader.

Chrome & Chromebook features

Keyboard browsing

You can use your arrow key to browse webpage text. Learn how to use Chrome with accessibility extensions.

Automatic click

Set your cursor to automatically click after it stops to move for a certain amount of time. Learn how to automatically click objects on your Chromebook.

Chromebook physical keyboard

You can quickly access actions on your Chromebook keyboard with the tap of unique keys. Learn how to use your Chromebook keyboard.

You can customize how Chromebook's physical keyboard responds to touch. Learn how to use the on-screen keyboard.

Chromebook on-screen keyboard

You can use your on-screen keyboard to:

  • Type or handwrite text
  • Add images to files, documents, emails

Learn how to use the on-screen keyboard.

Chromebook touchpad settings

You can customize touchpad settings to enable:

  • Automatic clicks
  • Tap to drag
  • Tap-to-click functionality

Learn how to use your Chromebook touchpad.

Resources for limited mobility

Google Maps Accessible Places

You can find wheelchair accessibility information, which includes:

  • Accessible entrance
  • Seating
  • Restrooms
  • Parking

Learn how to find wheelchair-accessible places.

Google Maps accessible transit

You can find accessible transit options in Google Maps. Learn about accessibility in Google Maps.

Resources for paralysis

Android features

Project Activate

Communicate preset phrases and more with facial movements only. This app is designed for people with quadriplegia that also affects their speech. Learn more about Project Activate.

Look to speak

You can use the Android App Look to Speak from Google to select a menu of phrases and pictures with your eyes, and have them spoken aloud. Learn about Look to Speak.

Morse code

Write in Morse code on your phone or tablet. Learn how to write in Morse code.

Reading mode

Personalize your screen reading experience when you customize the contrast, color, and font size of text, or have the content read out for you. Learn how to use Reading mode. Watch a video about how to use Reading Mode.

Switch Access

Switch Access on Android

Instead of interacting directly with your device’s touchscreen, connect an external switch or keyboard to your Android device. Learn how to set up Switch Access for Android.

Camera switches on Android

Turn Android's front-facing camera into a switch and navigate your phone with eye movements and facial gestures. Learn about Camera Switches. Watch a video about how to navigate your phone using facial gestures.

Switch Access on Chromebook

Connect an external switch or keyboard as an alternative input method for your Chromebook. Learn about Switch Access.

Switch Access on Google TV

To use a switch and make a selection of the items on your screen, turn on Switch Access. Learn how to make Google TV more accessible.

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