Hard to see keyboard keys. Wife with vision problems.

[Bingo_Queen]

Dear Sirs. I recently purchased a HP laptop through Amazon (Model 15DY-1032ms  for my wife who is visually impaired. We chose this computer due to its larger touch screen and other features for the disabled. We really like the computer but the letters and numbers on the keyboard keys are small and of little contrast and for her, almost impossible to read. The "on screen keyboard" function is not of much help either.

Can anyone offer some solution to this problem? If not I may have to return it.

[Dragon-Fur]

@Bingo_Queen 

Personally, I dislike silver keyboard on silver computer top.  I cannot see the keys on this arrangement:  I'm old - I'm not particularly "impaired" except by the normal wear and tear associated with age.  Meh.  Choice.

So, what else?

When my Dad started  having trouble of this kind, we purchased and attached a keyboard that included easy-to-see keys.

In my Dad's case, he was using a Desktop so it was just a matter of finding a keyboard he liked (wired, as it turned out). 

Most notebook / laptop computers can use an extra keyboard (wired or wireless "unifier" type).

Even better, if the size of the key lettering is not so much of an issue, opt for a nice lighted keyboard.  (Logitech makes a couple of these - I've used the K800 series for years.)

The only caveat is that this method does "extend" the work area needed to accommodate both computer and keyboard.

It helps to place the keyboard on a slightly raised service (notebook stand).

What else?

You might be able to find a key cover to fit over the keys - the problem, if there is one, is that you'd have to find the "right" cover that fits, that works, and that does not drive the wife nuts because of the feel of it.  Not a great idea, I think.

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