Here’s how to enable Narrator in Windows 10.
What is Windows Narrator?
Narrator is Microsoft's screen reading utility that reads aloud text, buttons, and other interface elements on your screen. It's designed to assist people who are blind or have low vision, but anyone can use it to have their computer read content aloud.
Enable Narrator Using Settings
Follow these steps to turn on Narrator through Windows Settings:
- 1.Click the Start button in the bottom-left corner of your screen
- 2.Select the gear icon to open Settings
- 3.Choose Ease of Access from the Settings menu
Once enabled, Narrator will immediately start reading content on your screen. You can control what it reads by moving your mouse cursor or using keyboard navigation.
Quick Keyboard Shortcut
The fastest way to enable Narrator is using the keyboard shortcut:
- Press Windows key + Ctrl + Enter simultaneously
This shortcut works both to turn Narrator on and off, making it convenient for quick access.
Using Narrator
When Narrator is active, it will read:
- Text on web pages and documents
- Button labels and menu items
- File names and folder contents
- System notifications
You can navigate using your mouse, keyboard, or touch screen to control what Narrator reads. The screen reader will follow your cursor or keyboard focus.
Disable Narrator
To turn off Narrator:
- Use the keyboard shortcut: Windows key + Ctrl + Enter
- Or go back to Settings > Ease of Access > Narrator and toggle the switch off
Narrator is a powerful accessibility tool that makes Windows 10 more inclusive for users with visual impairments. Whether you need it temporarily or as part of your daily workflow, these methods make it easy to enable and disable the screen reader as needed.
