Digital Accessibility at Coventry Libraries
Digital accessibility means that people with different abilities and preferences can use online services without barriers or difficulties.
Coventry Libraries is committed to making our services and digital resources (website, e-books, audiobooks, and more) accessible for all our customers.
Some of the types of disabilities that can affect how people access services are:
- Visual impairments, such as blindness, low vision, or colour blindness
- Hearing impairments, such as deafness or hard of hearing
- Motor impairments, such as limited mobility, dexterity, or coordination
- Cognitive impairments, such as dyslexia, autism, or attention deficit disorder
Accessibility options can include:
- Text resizing, zooming, or magnification
- Text-to-speech or screen readers
- Speech-to-text or voice input
- Contrast adjustment or colour inversion
- Closed captions or transcripts
- Keyboard navigation or alternative input devices
- Translation and language preferences
Digital accessibility options at Coventry libraries
Software and equipment designed to assist users with a visual impairment when using a public computer can be found at:
Hublets installed with accessibility software are available to use at
Website – Reachdeck is a built-in accessibility toolbar that allows you to adjust settings such as the font size, colour, contrast, and spacing of the web pages
- You can read the accessibility statement
- Reachdeck supportive toolbar information
Accessible E-books and Audiobooks
Text-to-Speech tools for E-Books:
Many devices have built in accessibility features - go to ‘settings’ and ‘accessibility’ to look for screen readers or try an app:
Borrowbox
- Listen to E-Audio books with Borrowbox:
- Use the app on your smartphone or tablet
- Access via a computer
- Download titles to listen on an MP3 player
- You can adjust the listening speed with Borrowbox app
Adjust reading options through Borrowbox app:
- Change text size, font, and colour scheme
- Tap screen to access settings bar, then select 'AA' button for:
- Text size adjustment
- Font selection, including dyslexic font
- Color scheme change, including night mode for easier reading in different lighting conditions
- Alternatively, zoom in on the screen with fingers to increase text size.
Accessible E-Magazines and E-Newspapers
Libby - E-Magazines and E-Comics
- Select Coventry Libraries and sign in with library card
- On a computer the accessibility options are in the top right of the screen and include Zoom and Appearance options (Accessibility options may vary by publication)
- Zoom in/out for closer reading:
- Pinch/spread two fingers on screen with the app
- hold Ctrl + '+' on keyboard to increase text size on a computer
- Tap screen for settings bar
- Zoom – double tap to return to article
- Appearance – change text size, lighting and viewing options
PressReader - E-Newspapers
- Access worldwide newspapers and magazines
- Sign in with library card number and select Coventry Libraries
- Zoom in/out for closer reading:
- Pinch/spread two fingers on screen with the app
- hold Ctrl + '+' on keyboard to increase text size on a computer
- Tap the screen to see options
- Select the headphones to activate Text to Speech reader
- Press and hold the screen for further options
- Text View, then 'AA' button for text size adjustment
- Translate into over 30 different languages
More information
- Ability Net AbilityNet empowers disabled and older people to use technology at home, at work and in education.
- My Computer My Way - resources and guides showing how to adapt your phone, computer or tablet to meet your needs
- TripleTapTech - a Charity set up by people with a visual impairment to help others with a visual impairment in relation to using technology
- Triple Tap Guides – TripleTapTech - guides to help you get the most out of your Apps, Devices, Equipment and Software.
- Seeing Ai - various accessibility features tailored for individuals with visual impairments, such as audio descriptions, text-to-speech, voice commands, and magnification.
If you have any questions or feedback about our digital accessibility, please contact us at libraries247@coventry.gov.uk or call us on 024 7683 2314.
Thank you for choosing Coventry Libraries as your online destination for reading, learning, and discovery.