WordQ

All Students & Staff can use WordQ5 for Windows
Please note that we no longer receive updates/patches for WordQ5.
We encourage everyone to start using Read&Write for Chrome & Windows

WordQ Desktop is an easy-to-install and simple-to-use desktop software for Windows & Mac Computers. It has word prediction, text-to-speech capability for better comprehension and effective proofreading, talk-to-type speech recognition (for PC only), and lots more features.

SWLSB has been using this for Ministry Exams

Students can use WordQ5 for Exams in 2024-25

WordQ Desktop doesn’t require an internet connection, except to download it.
It works in English & French.

Read&Write - All versions - <HELP>

Explore all the Features (1 min video for each button of each toolbars)

Read&Write is an assistive technology software designed to support individuals with reading and writing difficulties. It offers a range of features, including text-to-speech, speech-to-text, and tools for highlighting, summarizing, and organizing information. The program aims to enhance literacy skills, improve comprehension, and foster independent learning for students and professionals alike.

SWLSB can use Read&Write Desktop for Ministry Exams**

**Depends on IR setup & if the student has used it during the year

Read&Write Desktop doesn’t require an internet connection, except to download it. 

It works in English & French.

Read&Write for the Windows Desktop will be added to the Software Centre & will be pushed to computers

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It can also be downloaded <Especially for Home use>

1 - Downloads  <Click to download/install>

Read&Write for Windows Download 

Read&Write for Mac Download

2 - Add Chrome Extension (Windows & Mac)

Support for Read&Write Desktop Extension

3 - Activate software with either account

Google (swlsb.ca)

 Microsoft (swlauriersb.qc.ca)

Read&Write Desktop for Windows

EXAM READY !

WordQ5 Desktop for Windows

WordQ for Chrome

https://www.1q4all.com/WordQChrome/ - License Expired & Not Renewed

Please use Read&Write for Chrome as of Nov 1, 2024  !

These 3 Read&Write Extensions replace WordQ for Chrome
Install links

Read&Write for Chrome ,  Screenshot Reader , OrbitNote


Read&Write for Chrome is a Floating Toolbar (Chromebooks, Windows & Mac)

Read&Write Desktop is a Floating Toolbar (Windows & Mac) - Exam Ready

The toolbars look similar & students that use the Chrome version find it easy to use the Desktop version.