Making the switch to Windows 11

While Windows 11 offers improvements for screen reader users, many are finding the transition challenging due to a new interface and changes in navigation, requiring adjustments to keyboard shortcuts and settings for optimal screen reader performance.

The following are some links and tips we've been gathering when using File Explorer with NVDA or JAWS Screen Readers

Selecting Multiple Files with File Explorer

https://sharons-shortcuts.ie/selecting-multiple-files-in-file-explorer/

Showing Detail and Preview Panes in File Explorer

https://sharons-shortcuts.ie/preview-and-details-panes-in-file-explorer/

Changing the View Styles in File Explorer

https://sharons-shortcuts.ie/change-the-view-style-in-file-explorer/

Previous Views in File Explorer

https://sharons-shortcuts.ie/view-previous-folders-in-file-explorer/

Using the Address Bar in File Explorer

https://sharons-shortcuts.ie/using-the-address-bar-in-file-explorer/

Renaming Subsequent Files and Folders in File Explorer

https://sharons-shortcuts.ie/rename-subsequent-files-and-folders-in-file-explorer/

Note: in the follow information, the author is demonstrating using NVDA, however, it is also applicable for JAWS:

Information to Make and Navigate Accessible Tables

https://blog.pope.tech/2025/03/02/using-nvda-with-tables/

Working with Lists

https://blog.pope.tech/2025/03/02/using-nvda-with-lists/

This video demonstrates how to optimize Windows 11 for screen reader efficiency: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUfYL5H1vJQ