Have you seen one of the latest posts on the Google blog by Jonas Klink? The post is titled New toolbar adds accessible features. Check it out at http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2007/12/new-toolbar-adds-accessible-features.html.
It talks about the new Google Toolbar version 5 and states, "This release adds support for Windows Accessibility APIs (used by screen readers, etc.) and enables keyboard navigation and access. From inside a browser with Toolbar installed, the global shortcut Alt+G places your cursor in the Google Toolbar search box. If you're using a screen reader, you'll hear "Google Toolbar Search". Pressing the Tab key brings keyboard focus to the button placed immediately after the search box, and right and left arrow keys move focus between buttons. More information on keyboard access is documented in the Toolbar Help Center (query 'accessibility').Version 5 comes as a part of our ongoing efforts to enhance accessibility in our client-side and web applications..."
Is anyone out there using this toolbar? If so, feel free to add your comments and experiences with it here!
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