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For users with visual impairments, Talkback will read content on the screen and also provide a highly visible focus indicator which may be useful if you have limited vision. There are also features to adjust the colour and contrast of the screen and high contrast keyboards available. Presently the screen size of the app cannot be zoomed with standard gestures although there is a magnifier window within the accessibility settings that works with the app and text size can also be increased.
Audio description is not currently available on the mobile app.
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It is not currently possible to view a video in the browser using the main channel4.com site, as currently, this will force a user to view a programme using the Channel 4 native app player. However, it is possible to use the site to find out about other ways of watching a programme of your choice.
- Double tap on an item in the menu to select an item such as 'My 4' or 'Channel 4 homepage'.
- Swipe left or right to locate a programme of your choice.
- Use the double tap gesture to enter the programme page.
- Swipe left or right to select an episode.
- Double tap on your chosen episode.
- Choose the link 'How to watch'. This page provides information on how to download the channel4.com app.
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The site can be navigated using switches for individuals with who may have limited dexterity or a mobility impairment. Switch Control lets you control your Android Phone/tablet or iOS mobile/tablet using a single switch or multiple switches, which will allow various commands to be undertaken including scanning multiple selectable items on a web page or app, with the ability to select a particular element that is clickable. For more information on switch capability please go to the following links on the Apple or Google websites: iOS Switch Control or view Switch Access for Android
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The Channel 4 app allows bluetooth switch access to Android 5.0 and later for mobility impaired users. The Android app is also developed so that content can be accessed with ease. Android Switch Access works best with the Google Chrome browser. The Channel 4 android app has been developed so that iconography/buttons are of sufficient size to select.
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If you have reduced mobility, the app and the video player are fully accessible to switch users, switch settings can be adjusted within the accessibility settings.
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TalkBack screen reader gives you spoken feedback and notifications. Each manufacturer may have different shortcuts when enabling TalkBack for visually impaired users. Also, on newer Samsung devices this may be known as Voice Assistant. Check on the phone manufacturer web pages for instructions on specific instructions, as this may vary depending on manufacturer type and version.
Turn on TalkBack in your device Settings
The steps below require sighted assistance in order to enable TalkBack within your Android device.
- Open your device's Settings app.
Open Accessibility, then TalkBack.
Turn on TalkBack.
In the confirmation dialog, tap OK.
You can also enable TalkBack when you turn on your Android device for the very first time. Again, you can check with your phone manufacturer on how to do this. On many devices you can also enable TalkBack by holding down the two volume controls.
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