Network Bulletin No. 05-49
Date: September 30, 2005
Subject: Web-Braille
Index term: WB-View version has been released
WB-View, the NLS-supported software package for managing and viewing Web-Braille files,
has been significantly updated. Version 2.00 has many new features, including an improved,
fully accessible installation procedure and an easy-to-use search function that allows users to
search the NLS catalog for Web-Braille books. Searches can be conducted by author, title,
subject, word in the annotation, or any combination of these. Once their book has been found,
registered users can view or download part or all of a Web-Braille book from within WB-
View. Fifteen different line lengths can be optionally selected so that WB-View can be used
to format a file to fit any size braille display.
The many powerful features from previous versions are still part of the program, including a
user-friendly interface that allows users to easily move among multiple volumes or titles, a
bookmark that automatically sets the last-read position, the ability to set up to ten additional
bookmarks, variable rate autoscrolling, and a comprehensive user manual and keystroke list in
text and formatted braille versions.
WB-View is now being distributed by its developer, Softools, Inc., as trialware. Users can
download a fully functional package and try it for a period of fifteen days. After the trial
period, the program can be purchased online securely by credit card. Interested persons can
find more information at
www.wb-view.com.
For further information contact:
Judith M. Dixon
Consumer Relations Officer
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