SensusAccess is an automated file converter that allows you to convert documents into formats that better suit your individual needs, such as alternative document formats, eBooks and audio as well as specialist conversions such as DAISY talking books and multiple braille languages.

Sensus Access is available within Moodle and as a standalone tool on the Libraries website.

Using SensusAccess in Moodle

Files and documents will now have the SensusAccess icon next to it on Moodle. Just click the icon and select the alternative file type for conversion.

Who can use the standalone SensusAccess?

The standalone SensusAccess tool on the Libraries website will allow you to convert files from your own device, rather than via Moodle.

All students, staff and associates can use the standalone tool but what you can convert will depend on your personal circumstances.

For students with a print disability, there are no restrictions on the amount you can convert. This is provided that the copy is used by only you and that the files aren’t shared with third parties.

For students with no print disability SensusAccess can be used to convert files where:

• the document is out of copyright
• you have the direct permission of the copyright owner
• the document is your own work
• you are converting a small amount of a larger work, for example one chapter of a book or one article from a journal

For further advice on copyright restrictions, please visit the Copyright webpages or contact copyright@nottingham.ac.uk.

For full guidance on how to use the tool, visit the SensusAccess guide on workspace or SensusAccess webpage on the Libraries website.