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Technology Solutions > Viewing the Monitor

Introduction

Viewing computer monitors can present problems for people with visual impairments. Some of these problems can be accommodated through text magnification, converting text to speech, and repositioning the monitor to bring it closer to the operator.


Prolonged viewing of the monitor can result in headaches. Some factors that may contribute to headache problems can include:

  • Holding your head at an awkward angle.
  • Squinting to read small text.
  • Squinting because the screen is too bright.
  • Glare from other light sources, such as windows.

Below are some accommodations for viewing the monitor. Issues related to screen brightness need to be accommodated through the monitor controls. Glare from other light sources would be accommodated by repositioning the montor or by reducing the light from those sources, such as closing a blind on a window.