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MarjaE · 02-18-2017, 03:47 PM

Any idea how to write, transcribe, edit, and so on without worsening repetitive strain injuries?

I gave up on my writing projects due to rsi. I still need to type up other projects despite my rsi.

I currently use a Mac, with an external monitor, external mini keyboard, propped up on the left side so I can reduce the strain on my right wrist, and vertical mouse.

I have coordination/proprioception problems, so I can't use a two-handed keyboard or a chordal keyboard, and I can't touch-type. All the standard ergonomic advice assumes being able to use a two-handed split keyboard and being able to touch-type. Also I can't use touch devices or use certain styli.

Dragon is supposed to work well with Windows, but it didn't work for me when I tried it with the Mac. I was writing and editing game rules and historical notes, so I often had to move from section to section, or check the sources, or work with tables. Dragon had good word recognition, but I still had to type in the occasional correction. Dragon would sometimes jump about and delete things. Apparently users are supposed to navigate by voice, and correct errors by voice, which didn't work in that version.

Enhanced Dictation didn't work for me either.

Anyway, because of the noise level, and because my brother is borrowing the microphone, I can't try these again right now.

02-18-2017, 03:47 PM	#1
MarjaE Guru Posts: 937 Karma: 53902736 Join Date: Jun 2015 Device: multiple	Repetitive Strain Injuries? Any idea how to write, transcribe, edit, and so on without worsening repetitive strain injuries? I gave up on my writing projects due to rsi. I still need to type up other projects despite my rsi. I currently use a Mac, with an external monitor, external mini keyboard, propped up on the left side so I can reduce the strain on my right wrist, and vertical mouse. I have coordination/proprioception problems, so I can't use a two-handed keyboard or a chordal keyboard, and I can't touch-type. All the standard ergonomic advice assumes being able to use a two-handed split keyboard and being able to touch-type. Also I can't use touch devices or use certain styli. Dragon is supposed to work well with Windows, but it didn't work for me when I tried it with the Mac. I was writing and editing game rules and historical notes, so I often had to move from section to section, or check the sources, or work with tables. Dragon had good word recognition, but I still had to type in the occasional correction. Dragon would sometimes jump about and delete things. Apparently users are supposed to navigate by voice, and correct errors by voice, which didn't work in that version. Enhanced Dictation didn't work for me either. Anyway, because of the noise level, and because my brother is borrowing the microphone, I can't try these again right now.