# Alexicom Elements Story Maker — Templates for AAC story retell

> Customizable story templates for AAC users to create and retell narratives. (iPhone/iPad app by Alexicom Tech LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alexicom-elements-story-maker/id505819663 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alexicom Tech LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/395122091)
- Category: Education, Medical
- Price: $9.99
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 17 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-03-05
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alexicom-elements-story-maker/id505819663/reviews.md

## What is Alexicom Elements Story Maker?

A collection of story templates for entering your own stories for retell.

Three template styles are provided:  Arrows, Pages, and Swipe.   The home page of each story template set includes a 5x5 grid of placeholders for 25 stories.  Each story template has placeholders for eight sequential story cells.

'Arrows' story templates:
Each page provides one cell of the story with forward and back arrows on either side.
Grid size:    1 rows x 3 cols
No. pgs:      1 home page, 200 story pages 

'Pages' story templates:
Each page provides one cell of the eight-cell story.
Grid size:    1 rows x 1 col
No. pgs:      1 home page, 200 story pages

'Swipe' story templates:
Each page provides a swipeable page of eight sequential story cells.
Grid size:    1 rows x 9 cols
No. pgs:      1 home page, 25 story pages

Specifications:
Age:            Any
Setting:      Social
Voice:         Male or Female TTS or recorded audio
Language:  Provided TTS voice is US English but you may type text & record in any language

Features Include: 
• Emphasis on Core Words 
• Easy editing and customization 
• Add an unlimited number of speaking, linking pages 
• Camera image acquisition directly in each cell 
• Access to all provided images 
• Easily show, dim, or hide cells 
• Dimmed cell opacity is fully adjustable 
• Dimmed cells remain active or can be disabled 
• 'Restore mode' brings deleted pages from the provided page set back to their original state
• iOS text-to-speech (TTS) and recorded audio 
• Adjust iOS TTS voice, speech rate, pitch, and volume
• Configure different TTS voice output settings for the user's voice and the auditory preview voice (when in scanning mode)
• International language support, including right-to-left text entry
• Word prediction with a 150k word library 
• Optional word learning and tracking of frequency of word use 
• 1x-3x cell magnification for low vision (scanning and direct select modes) 
• List of pages includes page previews and a search bar
• Undo button 
• 30-day user activity log in AAC Institute's LAM format 
• Data tracking with privacy toggle and recording indicator 
• Data logs may be copied for printing, sharing, and PeRT analysis
• Send messages to email and SMS & MMS text via email
• Pages may be backed up to a computer with iTunes File Sharing and a USB cable
• iCloud backup may be enabled 

Switch support:
• One- and two-switch scanning 
• Sequential and row/column scanning 
• Auditory preview
• Bluetooth and direct touch scanning 
• Supports RJ Cooper, AbleNet, Therapy Box, and Inclusive Technology Bluetooth switches

## Key features

- Multiple story template styles (Arrows, Pages, Swipe)
- Text-to-speech and recorded audio support
- Image acquisition and cell customization
- Core word emphasis and word prediction
- Switch support for scanning
- Data tracking and export options
- Undo button and restore mode

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alexicom-elements-story-maker/id505819663/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Story maker

*2016-04-22*

I found this app to be one of a kind for sequenced story making for my emerging scanning clients, as well as direct select users.
The Alexicom owners and technical support were AMAZING as I got started.

**Developer response:** Hi Little Story,
Thank you for your kind words!  I'm glad we were able to help you out:-)

## Frequently asked questions about Alexicom Elements Story Maker

### What is Alexicom Elements Story Maker used for?

Alexicom Elements Story Maker provides customizable templates for users to create and retell stories. It's designed to support Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) users in developing their narrative skills.

### What are the different story template styles in Alexicom Elements Story Maker?

The app offers three distinct template styles: 'Arrows' with forward/back navigation, 'Pages' displaying one story cell at a time, and 'Swipe' with a swipeable view of sequential story cells.

### Can I use my own voice or images in Alexicom Elements Story Maker?

Yes, you can use recorded audio with your voice or male/female TTS voices. The app also allows for camera image acquisition directly into each story cell, alongside access to provided images.

### Does Alexicom Elements Story Maker support users with visual impairments?

Yes, the app includes 1x-3x cell magnification for low vision users in both scanning and direct select modes. It also offers adjustable cell opacity and the ability to show, dim, or hide cells.

### How does Alexicom Elements Story Maker handle data and privacy?

The app includes a 30-day user activity log in LAM format, with data tracking and a privacy toggle. Data logs can be copied for printing, sharing, and analysis, and iCloud backup is available.

### What kind of switch support does Alexicom Elements Story Maker offer?

Alexicom Elements Story Maker supports one- and two-switch scanning, including sequential and row/column scanning. It also features auditory preview and compatibility with various Bluetooth switches.

### Is Alexicom Elements Story Maker suitable for all ages?

Yes, the app is designed for any age, making it a versatile tool for a wide range of users. Its focus on core words and customizable features can adapt to different developmental levels.

### How often is Alexicom Elements Story Maker updated?

The app was last updated on January 15, 2023, to version 1.4.0. This indicates a history of updates, suggesting ongoing support and potential for new features or improvements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4.0 — 2023-01-15

• Improved user interface with larger multi-line text buffer and larger Speak, Clear, and Undo buttons
• User's home page is immediately loaded upon start-up
• Home page quick launch icon has been added to page list for easy return to user's specified home page
• Search feature has been widened to include AAC page content to locate words on AAC pages
• Dark mode display enhancements
• Optimized for iOS 15.5
• Requires iOS 9.0+

### 1.3.0 — 2019-09-30

• New voices and languages!  Choose from Apple's large selection of TTS voices to generate speech output in a variety of voices & languages.
• Select different TTS voices for spoken output and auditory previews.
• Improved search feature includes AAC page content so you can quickly locate words on AAC pages.
• Easier page creation with auto-fill column and picture width entries.
• Faster cell editing with spoken text autofill during label text entry.
• iTunes file sharing lets you backup your pages to a computer.
• Coach marks help new users navigate the app's features.

### 1.2.2 — 2016-12-22

Bug fix: Button image edits broken on iPad Air 2 in v 1.2.0 are now working (iPad 2 and iPad Air did not have this issue)

### 1.2.0 — 2016-12-04

Optimized for iOS 9.3
Compatibility widened to include iOS 6.0
Improved user interface in the provided image and user image libraries

### 1.1.0 — 2013-11-03

This version updates the user interfaces for iOS 7.

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