As part of our ongoing effort to make our products more accessible, we’re expanding support for Sheets on Windows computers via the latest versions of the JAWS and NVDA screen readers.
Earlier this year we
launched Braille support in Google Sheets, and recently
announced expanded support for Windows computers. Users with a Braille display will be able to read and edit cell contents, as well as navigate between cells in a sheet. This expanded Braille support will roll out to all users over the next two weeks. With these updates, Braille support on Sheets will be available on the following platforms:
Chrome OS On Chrome OS, you can use ChromeVox with Chrome.
Windows On Windows, you can use JAWS or NVDA with Chrome, Firefox, or Internet Explorer. Please upgrade to a recent version of
JAWS 2018 (2018.1803.24 or newer) or
NVDA (NVDA 2018.1 or newer).
Mac On Mac, you can use VoiceOver with Safari or Chrome, on Mac OS X Yosemite.
Note: This will only work with recent versions of these browsers and screen readers. To use the feature, make sure your screen reader software is up to date.
For more details on Braille support in Sheets, including detailed software requirements, see our Help Center article on
how to use a Braille display to read and enter text.
Launch Details Release track: Launching to both Rapid Release and Scheduled Release
Editions: Available to all G Suite editions
Rollout pace: Gradual rollout (up to 15 days for feature visibility)
Impact: All end users
Action: Change management suggested/FYI
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