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Read&Write Gold

What is it and what does it do?

Read&Write Gold is designed to assist students with their reading and writing. Features include text-to-speech, phonetic spell checker, word prediction, speaking dictionary and a scanning facility.

How can I access Read&Write Gold?

Read&Write Gold is available to students on all student use networked PCs, including computer rooms, libraries and the Assistive Technology Rooms on a networked license.

This software is not available on personal devices.

Opening software on University PCs

To open the software:

1. Open the Start menu
2. Type - 'Read&Write'

Installation for staff and PGRs

Read&Write Gold is available to install on to staff and PGRs University PCs when you are on campus or connected via the VPN.

For installation guidance find the Read&Write Gold Workspace.  

Help and support

To find out more about using the software, including video tutorials and support information, please visit the TextHelp Read&Write page.

Support is available from local Library staff. Ask any member of staff wearing a blue lanyard or contact us by email, phone or Live Chat.

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