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Sensus Access
When searching library databases, it is possible to come across a PDF, or other document format, that is not accessible due to the document not having optical character recognition. This can mean that your assistive technology or Adobe Reader may not be able to read it. If this happens, you can download the PDF to your computer and run it through the University's program called Sensus Access This link opens in a new window.
This program will prompt you to upload the file and it will email the accessible file to you in a different format such as MP3 audio, Braille, E-book or accessibility conversion, and more. You do not need to be registered with the DRC or Disability Office to use this program. However, if you are working with one of these groups, you may reach out to them if you have any questions about Sensus Access.
Supported file types: .DOC, .DOCX, .PDF, .PPT, .PPTX, .TXT, .XML, .HTML, .HTM, .RTF, .EPUB, .MOBI, .TIFF, .TIF, .GIF, .JPG, .JPEG, .BMP, .PNG, .PCX, .DCX, .J2K, .JP2, .JPX, .DJV and .ASC