Lex

What does Lex do?

Lex is a software package specially designed for people with dyslexia or learning difficulties.

Using the Wand, you can very quickly convert printed material into an accessible electronic format. For example, you can select your preferred viewing modes (visualisations) and tint colour. You can also have the documents read out to you in your preferred voice, at your chosen speed and you can quickly export the document into MP3 and many electronic formats.

You can also use all of these Lex features to access documents already available electronically. For these, you do not need the Wand.

Where can I access Lex?

• Information Commons (IC) Level 1: PCs 1017, 1018 and 1019

How do I access Lex?

Ask a member of IC staff to borrow the Readit Wand (if required).

• Login to one of the PCs listed above
• Plug the USB cable of the Wand into the PC
• Click on the Start menu at the bottom left-hand corner of the PC screen and select:

All Programs
Lex
Lex

If you do not need the Wand, follow the steps above but omit the second bullet point.

How do I use Lex?

Please see the simple user guide available from the Quick links.

For more detailed information, please ask to borrow a copy of the official Lex user guide from the IC staff. Alternatively, it can be downloaded from the VisionAid International website. Please be aware, however, that in the Managed Desktop environment some of the features may not work as described.

NB: Always exit the Lex software before disconnecting the Wand. Failure to do so may lead to camera damage in the Wand.

Details on how to exit the software are available in the user guide.

Further information and comments

If you would like further information or wish to comment on any aspect of the service, please contact us by:

• Email: lib-support@sheffield.ac.uk
• Telephone: (0114) 222-7294
• Visiting the Information Commons
• Post: The Diversity Manager, Information Commons, University of Sheffield, 44 Leavygreave Road, Sheffield, S3 7RD
• The feedback form