Click-N-Type for Windows

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Key Details of Click-N-Type

Simply click and type
Last updated on November 6, 2024
There have been 7 updates
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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffNovember 6, 2024

Easy-to-read buttons and effortless functionality make Click-N-Type handy for anyone who can't use a traditional keyboard. You just place the cursor in any application and start clicking. If you can't even use a pointing device, Scan Mode lets you type by pressing one button. The program worked flawlessly with Windows applications and Web pages in our test. The software's buffer/clipboard tool provides an easy workaround, should any problems arise. With a bit of practice, innovative tools such as Word Prediction and Speed Keyboard offer serious time savings.

Features Click-N-Type allows each user to access it without needing special administrative rights. This feature is ideal for computers shared by multiple users. Each person can customize their own word lists that help predict text and save frequently used words. Initially, a main user sets up these lists, but afterward, everyone can tailor them to their preferences.

Users have the freedom to select their preferred keyboard layouts and languages, which enhances the keyboard's versatility across different user settings. Another helpful feature is the macro keys, where users can create shortcuts for actions they perform often. These shortcut keys light up to remind users of their functions, including sticky keys that make certain shortcuts like opening files or minimizing windows simpler.

Accessibility and Functionality The design of Click-N-Type focuses on flexibility and ease of use. Users can resize the keyboard by simply dragging its corners, making the keys and font bigger. While this resizing helps make the keyboard more visible and easier to use, the maximum font size may still be small for some users.

The keyboard includes a dwell delay feature that lets users select keys by hovering the mouse over them for a set time. This is especially useful for users with limited motor control, as it reduces the need for precise clicking. Additionally, Click-N-Type can be configured to work with various input methods, including mouse buttons or external switches, which helps accommodate different physical abilities.

Bottom Line

Although additional features such as a built-in spelling checker would be helpful, Click-N-Type delivers a simple, solid keyboard alternative with plenty of unique functionality.

What’s new in version 3.03.0414

Version 3.03.0414 include additional Meta-Key capability.

Click-N-Type for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: January 11, 2013

Latest update: November 6, 2024

Version: 3.03.0414

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 98
Windows NT
Windows 7
Windows 10
Windows ME
Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows Vista

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 78,066

Downloads Last Week: 14

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User Reviews

4.3/5

19 User Votes

Awesome App
AutistasAngeles333September 20, 2013
Pros
Great for those with different abilities
Cons
Wish I could find a way to type sentences to make it faster but the macros work for now
Summary
This software has been wonderful for me as I am Autistic and have learning disabilities. The software allows me to type in words or parts of words on the screen and works just like a real typewriter
Best free virtual keyboard out there
john90210April 1, 2011
Pros
this works great it does a great job
Cons
none from me
Summary
its free and works great, good job on this one
We can get relief from wrist pains
koteswarMarch 15, 2011
Pros
For those who cannot type, This is very good software
Cons
I do not find any
Summary
Wonderful, versatile and reliable product!
moonlightlady339September 11, 2010
Pros
I fried my desktop keyboard and needed something to keep me able to enter data. This keyboard saved the day for me. Customer service with these people is first rate. Would trust these people with any software product needs in the future. A++
Cons
There is nothing I don't like about this product.
Summary
Product features...keyboard software offers you varying styles to choose from. The BUFFER feature is especially nice for filling out forms, filling in address bars, etc. Product is well designed and unintrusive with other applications.
The best download I've ever experienced!
jrinmontanaJuly 8, 2010
Pros
I am both physically and sight challenged. This app is indispensable. A million thanks to the developer! The option it provides and the ease for use are exceptional.The ability to change the color scheme independently from the windows scheme is a +>
Cons
Taking up a little less screen space would be nice but I can live with this.
Summary
Microsoft and\or HP could learn alot from this app and the developer. This app makes my use of the computer a much easier experience. Thanks from one of many physical and sight challenged!
Great little program
ska52June 12, 2010
Pros
I was looking for a on-screen keyboard for my mother who can't see the letters on her laptop keyboard. This one did exactly what I needed.
Cons
Haven't found any yet.
Summary
This on-screen keyboard has multiple options, plus you can download an ad-on which allows you to create your own layout. With this option, I arranged the keys so it is easy for someone who does not normally type to find the keys, and just point and click.
Does exactly what I needed, no bugs noted.
wpfanFebruary 16, 2010
Pros
Free, works with Win 7, allows me to enter text without pulling out the keyboard. Hides itself when not being used, yet is easy to bring up needed.
Cons
Doest correct my spelling and mistyping.
Summary
Locks up a computer with a 2.8 GHZ Processor?
SilentSilthJuly 31, 2009
Pros
None at all.
Cons
Completely locked up my computer. Even after installing, I had to click one button at a time, with at least 10 second intervals between each click or else it would lock up my computer.
Summary
Compared to the other virtual keyboards I've used, this one just isn't up to snuff. I have no idea why the editors gave it 5 stars, because this thing was horrible.
Great freeware hardware substitute!
Jack StrawApril 16, 2009
Pros
easy to use... handy manual... free... works with everything on my windows xp machine...meets about 95% of the full functionality of a regular hardware keyboard... does exactly what is promised
Cons
Truly, none. I can only say I wish it had 100% keybd. hardware functonality. I'm not complaining, however.
Summary
This software handily covered my needs when my actual pc keybd. was drowned by a spilt glass of water, before I had the time to get a new one. I typed this with the C-N-T software! I do have to keep the drowned, useless keybd. plugged in, however, just so my pc will still boot up.
myworld_August 8, 2008
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Developer’s Description

By Lake Software

Type with a fully configurable virtual keyboard with word prediction and completion.

Click-N-Type is an on-screen virtual keyboard designed for anyone with a disability that prevents him or her from typing on a physical computer keyboard. You get a virtual keyboard with word prediction and completion, AutoClick and Scanning modes, many available language and keyboard packs, a keyboard designer and many user-designed layouts, and audible and visible feedback options, including spoken keys. It is fully configurable and includes macros, and is designed with special consideration for the severely handicapped.