Tips for Transitioning to Eye Gaze
You may notice that using the TD Pilot touch screen becomes less efficient as your
condition changes. It is important to use the access method that offers you the greatest
accuracy with the least amount of effort. The access method that works best for you may
change over time.
Watch out for the following changes when using the touch screen:
Don’t wait until you can’t use your TD Pilot at all – contact your Speech
Language Pathologist, evaluation center, or local Tobii Dynavox partner when
you start to notice changes in the way you use the touch screen.
If you notice any of these changes, contact your Speech Language Pathologist,
evaluator, or local Tobii Dynavox partner right away. They may help you explore
one or more of these options:
It takes longer to compose messages.
Selection errors are becoming more frequent.
You are experiencing more fatigue when composing messages.
Communication feels less efficient.
Adjust settings in the iPad OS Accessibility Menu to change the way the screen
responds to touch.
Use a Bluetooth mouse instead of the touch screen.
Use eye tracking instead of the touch screen.
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