# Visual Brailler — For Braille Transcribers

> Digital braille editor for practice and transcription on iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by American Printing House for the Blind (APH).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-brailler/id888739587 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [American Printing House for the Blind (APH)](https://appshunter.io/developer/704570515)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 25 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-06-23
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-brailler/id888739587/reviews.md

## What is Visual Brailler?

Visual Brailler is the simple braille editor. It’s a braille writer for your iPad (and iPhone), and it has a place in every braille transcriber’s toolbox. Use it for NLS certification exercises or to practice UEB. Show off your mastery of braille!

Features:
• 6-dot braille on-screen keyboard
• Support for any and all 6-dot braille codes
• An indefinite number of 40-cell braille lines
• Cut, copy, and paste braille manipulation
• Refreshable braille display input and output
• BRL (unformatted) and BRF (formatted) braille file export

## Key features

- 6-dot braille on-screen keyboard
- Support for all 6-dot braille codes
- Unlimited braille lines
- Cut, copy, and paste functionality
- Refreshable braille display input/output
- Export to BRL and BRF files

## Recent user reviews (10 of 19)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-brailler/id888739587/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Awkward to use, frequently gets wrong character

*2024-03-12, version 1.6*

I tried using this app on my iPhone and iPad Pro and both were extremely awkward to use. On the iPhone version, they keys are too close together so its difficult to type with any accuracy. On the ipad version, the keys are too far apart. It would be useful if you could adjust the key spacing on your own to find a comfortable typing pattern. As it stands, my hands strain far too much for this to be an effective tool. It would be very cool if it could use 6-key input from a standard keyboard (like Perky Duck) as this would solve all of the key input issues.

### 1/5 — Saved files are blank

*2022-06-06, version 1.6*

Why is this happening... I create a file and it is blank if I email it or try to send it to anyone, rendering this app worthless.

### 4/5 — Workaround for three finger letters

*2022-04-21, version 1.6*

If you tap three fingers at the same the IOS glitch of showing the undo/copy/paste bar does still appear. But, if you try “drumming” your fingers quickly. It does work and registers the correct letter. Think of drumming your fingers when you’re bored or trying to think. All of your fingers don’t hit at the same exact time, they go in quick succession. I’ve only had the app today so not a lot of experience with it. So far so good once I figured that out.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t register button presses most of the time

*2021-12-28, version 1.6*

There’s no way to write faster than 1 letter every 30 seconds, because it takes 2-5 tries for a letter to register correctly and load in. Not good.

### 5/5 — Amazing!

*2021-01-05, version 1.6*

For a free app this is absolutely excellent.  Working with blind and VI children this is excellent for me practicing my Braille and for the children to work on and send Braille files. The only draw back I would say is that sometimes holding multiple keys can be quite difficult and you have to press them individually then release at the same time which makes the experience very different from using a Perkins machine for example. It would also be nice if there was a built in zoom function or the ability to change the size of the Braille display so that visually impaired people can use this more easily. But honestly for free? Yes this is 100% worth it.

### 3/5 — L doesn’t work

*2020-09-30, version 1.6*

Whenever I type L, undo pops up and I can’t do anything. I see this is an issue written about on Nov 14. FIX IT! It is now sept 2020 and it still isn’t fixed. When will you finally do something?

### 2/5 — Low vision users

*2020-09-05, version 1.6*

I wish there was an option to enlarge the size of the braille cells on the screen. It would be great for remote learning with COVID. If I Turn the zoom on, some of the letters don’t work. I would expect an app from APH would be accessible to all.

### 4/5 — Button 4 not working

*2020-07-14, version 1.6*

Button 4 doesn’t seem to work so I can’t type certain letters

### 3/5 — L STILL DOESN’T WORK

*2020-07-06, version 1.6*

That would be dots 123. I also have the same problem with dots 456. They open text editing commands. PLEASE FIX THIS! It was a great app before this happened.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work right

*2019-12-12, version 1.6*

It is very hard to get it to type certain letters.

## Frequently asked questions about Visual Brailler

### What braille codes does Visual Brailler support?

Visual Brailler supports any and all 6-dot braille codes, allowing for comprehensive practice and transcription of various braille standards.

### Can I export my braille work from Visual Brailler?

Yes, Visual Brailler allows you to export your braille work in both BRL (unformatted) and BRF (formatted) braille file formats.

### Is Visual Brailler suitable for NLS certification?

Yes, the app is designed to be used for NLS certification exercises, providing a digital tool to practice and demonstrate mastery of braille.

### What devices is Visual Brailler compatible with?

Visual Brailler is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, offering flexibility for users on different Apple mobile platforms.

### How often is Visual Brailler updated?

The app was last updated on March 4, 2019, with version 1.6. While updates may not be frequent, the core functionality remains stable for its intended use.

### What is the user sentiment for Visual Brailler?

Based on 25 ratings, Visual Brailler has an average rating of 2.8 stars. This suggests mixed user experiences, with some finding it useful and others encountering limitations.

### Does Visual Brailler support refreshable braille displays?

Yes, Visual Brailler supports input and output for refreshable braille displays, enhancing its utility for users who rely on tactile feedback.

### Is Visual Brailler free to use?

Visual Brailler is completely free to download and use, with no in-app purchases or advertisements, making it an accessible tool for all braille learners and transcribers.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.6 — 2019-03-04

- Universal- works on iPhones
- Fits all iPad screen sizes

### 1.2 — 2015-10-02

* fixes an issue in iOS 9 that caused the system's keyboard copy/paste panel to partially cover the braille keyboard

### 1.1 — 2015-09-22

* fixed issue when emailing document did not dismiss the email message window

### 1.0 — 2014-06-22

No release notes.

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