# Trace See — Extend human possibilities

> Converts visual information into sound for the visually impaired. (iPhone/iPad app by MASAO MIYAKE.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trace-see/id1439683197 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [MASAO MIYAKE](https://appshunter.io/developer/1074506448)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 11 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2018-10-23
- Data updated: 2026-07-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/trace-see/id1439683197/reviews.md

## What is Trace See?

This App is based on the concept that people with visual impairment can 'see color by sound'. By touching the picture screen with your finger, you can recognize the shape, the shade,  the color of what is being photographed, in this order, by voice and sound. 

When you want to know the sight in front of you, take a picture. In addition, you can select a picture from your album and use it. If the picture is decided, turn off the Voice Over.

It represents eight colors of Red, Yellow red, Yellow, Yellow green, Green, Blue green, Blue and Purple with the organ "CDEFGABC" scale. 
Brown and Beige are represented by the low sound  "C" or "B" of piano.

It also expresses the light and shade with the sound of percussion instruments.

It is the App that people who can not see the picture feel the shape and color with sound. By the side, you can enjoy the photograph more directly if the visible person explains the photograph.

## Key features

- Color to sound conversion
- Shape recognition via touch
- Light and shade representation
- Use photos from album
- Voice and sound feedback


## Frequently asked questions about Trace See

### How does Trace See help visually impaired users?

Trace See translates colors into musical notes and light/shade into percussion sounds. By touching a photo, users can 'hear' the shapes, shades, and colors of what is being depicted.

### What colors does Trace See represent?

Trace See represents eight colors: Red, Yellow red, Yellow, Yellow green, Green, Blue green, Blue, and Purple using the musical scale 'CDEFGABC'. Brown and Beige are represented by the low piano sounds 'C' or 'B'.

### Can I use my own photos with Trace See?

Yes, you can select pictures from your album to use with Trace See. The app also allows you to take new pictures to analyze.

### Does Trace See have ads?

Trace See does not contain advertisements. The app is completely free to use without any interruptions.

### What devices is Trace See available on?

Trace See is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is Trace See updated?

The latest version, 2.1.0, was released on December 4, 2019. The app was initially released on October 23, 2018.

### What is the age rating for Trace See?

Trace See has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### What do users like about Trace See?

Users appreciate that Trace See allows them to perceive colors and shapes through sound, extending human possibilities for those with visual impairments. The app has received a perfect 5.0-star rating from its 2 reviews.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.0 — 2019-12-04

In the app, a view requesting a rating and review is displayed.

### 2.0.0 — 2019-10-22

When the “Next” button is tapped, and when the screen is tapped to check the color, the output sound that was flowing at that time is cut and the current sound is output. This allows you to hear the current voice in real time without waiting for the previous voice output.

### 1.8 — 2019-07-30

In addition to tapping the "Next" button, the screen transition of ' line picture,  gray picture,  color picture'  for examining photos can also be made by shaking the device.

### 1.7 — 2019-07-15

In the previous version, when examining the color of photos, it was not necessary to turn VoiceOver on / off. It can be used quite conveniently than before. But some of the voice guidance of the screen transition was insufficient and it was corrected.

### 1.6 — 2019-07-13

When examining the color of the photo, it was not necessary to turn VoiceOver on / off. It can be used quite conveniently than before.

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