Accessible AI Assistant.
Screen Reader, Keyboard, Voice.
An AI assistant designed to work for everyone. Full keyboard navigation, screen reader support, voice input and output, and cognitive accessibility tools - all in one local desktop app.
The reality
AI assistants have the potential to be transformative accessibility tools - helping users with visual impairments, motor difficulties, cognitive differences, or neurodivergence navigate information and complete tasks more effectively. But most AI tools are built for the default user and retrofitted for accessibility as an afterthought.
Voice-first workflows, screen reader compatibility, cognitive simplification features, and hands-free operation should be first-class capabilities, not optional extras. Skales approaches accessibility as part of the core design, not a compliance checklist.
Accessibility features in Skales
Built for screen readers, keyboard users, and voice-first workflows.
Voice input - no typing required
Skales uses Whisper for voice transcription. Hold a keyboard shortcut, speak naturally, release. Your words are transcribed and sent. Hands-free operation for users with motor impairments or those who simply prefer speaking.
Screen reader compatible
The Skales interface is built with ARIA labels, semantic HTML, and proper focus management. Works with NVDA on Windows, VoiceOver on macOS, and JAWS. All interactive elements are keyboard reachable and properly announced.
Full keyboard navigation
Every function in Skales is reachable without a mouse. Tab to navigate, Enter to activate, Escape to close. Keyboard shortcuts for common actions. No pointer device required for full functionality.
Text-to-speech responses
Enable voice responses and Skales reads its answers aloud using ElevenLabs TTS or your system TTS engine. Adjust voice speed, pitch, and volume. Ideal for users with visual impairments or reading difficulties.
Cognitive accessibility
Ask Skales to simplify any text, explain jargon in plain language, or break complex information into numbered steps. The AI can reformat any content to make it more accessible for users with cognitive or learning differences.
Desktop Buddy for low-vision users
The Desktop Buddy gecko is resizable and repositionable. For users with low vision, increase system text size and Skales scales with it. High-contrast mode compatible with OS-level accessibility settings.
Example: Fully voice-operated session
You say: [Hold voice key] "Summarise the email I received from my doctor this morning and read it back to me."
Skales: Skales reads the email, summarises it in plain language, and reads the summary aloud using TTS. No screen required.
You say: [Hold voice key] "This letter uses a lot of medical jargon. Can you explain it as if I am not a doctor?"
Skales: Plain-language explanation of every technical term, read back at your chosen speed.
You say: [Hold voice key] "Remind me to call the pharmacy at 3pm today."
Skales: Reminder set. Skales confirms verbally. No typing, no mouse, no visual interface needed.
“I navigate the whole thing with my keyboard and voice. It's the first AI that actually works for me.”
Free for personal use. Windows and macOS. No account required.
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