DocsPlus Universal vs Helperbird

FOR STUDENTS AGED 11-ADULT DocsPlus is a specially designed word processor with an adult look and feel, yet provides extensive writing support through high quality speech, powerful word prediction and our acclaimed Wordbars. REVIEW WRITING WITH CLEAR SPEECH As students write, their work is read back to them as each sentence is completed. Research shows this active engagement with text encourages students to find and correct errors for themselves. DEVELOP VOCABULARY AND SPELLING WITH WORD PREDICTION The intelligent predictor suggests words that fit the context of students’ writing. It’s easily customized to the right reading level, helping students to use good vocabulary and create flowing text with accurate spelling. BUILD WRITING CONFIDENCE WITH WORDBARS The unique Wordbars provide tabbed vocabulary support for any subject or topic – just click a word to add it to the document. Make your own Wordbars in a flash to support any topic, or get free, ready-made ones from our LearningGrids site within the app which covers a range of curriculum topics. CHECK WORDS BEFORE THEY ARE USED Learners can listen to words before they write them, helping them to find the word they want and achieve writing success. Any word in the predictor, spell checker or Wordbar can be heard before it is used so students can be sure of their selection. ADD VOICE NOTES Voice Notes are a simple yet highly effective way for students to add their own prompts so they don’t forget their train of thought – add them to the document at any time. ORGANIZE IDEAS WITH WORKSPACE Organizing ideas is a vital first step in the writing process, and one that many learners struggle with. WorkSpace is a user-friendly mind mapping area that makes it easy to capture and organize thoughts using words, Voice Notes, and pictures. It takes seconds to create a WorkSpace, and you’ll find hundreds of free, ready-made ones on all kinds of curriculum topics on LearningGrids, available directly from the app. ACCESS CURICULUM CONTENT The integrated Document Reader reads aloud any PDF or Word document, providing equal access to worksheets, exam papers and more. Worksheets sit alongside the document being written for easy access. SIT EXAMS INDEPENDENTLY Students who qualify for additional access arrangements in exams can use DocsPlus instead of a human scribe or reader – it’s better for self-esteem and saves time and money. Students can even enter answers directly onto the exam paper if it’s provided as an editable PDF. USE IT YOUR WAY Choose between male and female American English voices (British and Australian voices also provided), and customize font and colors to suit the individual. Work with documents from your iPad, iCloud, Dropbox, OneDrive, or Google Drive. MS Word and PDF formats are supported, and DocsPlus works anywhere, whether or not you have an Internet connection. PART OF CRICK SOFTWARE’S FAMILY Based in the UK and US, Crick Software has a worldwide reputation for quality educational software for students of all abilities. To find more apps, search for Crick Software in the App Store.

Helperbird is your go-to for advanced reading, writing, and accessibility controls. Our features include voice typing, dyslexia support, an immersive reader, and a reading mode. Tailored to fit diverse abilities and learning styles, making the web accessible for all. What’s included in Helperbird? Reading features Immersive Reader by Microsoft Simplify Feature Reading Mode: Removes ads and distractions. Specialized Fonts Text to Speech options Dyslexia Ruler Line Focus Ruler Reading Ruler Auto Scrolling Dyslexia fonts Text Size Adjustment Letter Spacing Adjustment Word Spacing Adjustment Line-Height Adjustment Text Alignment Web Highlighter Marker Translation Paragraph Width Paragraph Borders Picture Dictionary Overlays & Tints Summarize Websites and PDFs Screenshot Reader Speed Reading Tools Highlight/Selector Colors Font Colors Background Colors Link Colors Volume Booster Writing features Sticky Notes on Websites and PDFs Word Prediction Voice Typing Diction / Speech to Text Translation Spell Check Text Analysis Web Highlighter Marker English Dictionary by Helperbird PDF Reader by Helperbird Screenshot Reader Extract Text (OCR) from Images & Videos Print Accessibility features Dyslexia Ruler Line Focus Ruler Reading Ruler Paragraph Customizations Dyslexia Fonts (OpenDyslexic, Lexend Deca, +14 others) Reduce Motion Auto Scrolling High Contrast Overlays Video Playback Adjustments Grayscale Mode Emphasize Links Color Blindness Controls Overlays & Tints Increase and Decrease Cursor Size Show Alt and Title Tags Hide Images and GIFs to Improve Reading Focus Saturation Control Shortcuts Phonics Reading Helperbird Apps Immersive Reader by Microsoft English Dictionary by Helperbird Feature-filled Document Editor Reading List by Helperbird PDF Reader by Helperbird App Support Google Docs Add-on by Helperbird Google Slides Add-on by Helperbird Google Classroom Support Microsoft Word Online Support Grammarly Support Sync Settings Across Browsers To see all the features and learn more, check out https://www.helperbird.com/features/ Privacy & Compliance Strict privacy policy: No user data selling or storage. Compliance with COPPA, FERPA, GDPR. Support Email: robert.gabriel@helperbird.com Helperbird Support Page: https://www.helperbird.com/support/ Proudly founded by a dyslexic software engineer in Ireland, fueled by coffee & love.