Accessibility features in VEDAMO Virtual Classroom software create equal opportunities for all users (hosts and students) to participate and learn effectively. Tools like keyboard commands make navigation faster and easier for learners who cannot rely on using a mouse. Alternative text for icons ensures that users using screen readers can understand visual content through meaningful descriptions. Accessible icons with clear labels help reduce confusion and support learners with cognitive or visual challenges. These features not only assist students with disabilities but also improve usability for everyone. For example, shortcuts benefit advanced users who prefer efficiency, and descriptive icons help younger learners quickly recognize functions. By integrating accessibility from the start, the VEDAMO Virtual Classroom promotes inclusivity and reduces barriers to learning. We also help schools comply with legal accessibility standards, such as the WCAG guidelines. Ultimately, accessible design enhances engagement, independence, and confidence among students. In this way, accessibility features strengthen the virtual classroom as a space where every learner feels supported and included.

Keyboard Navigation commands in the Virtual Classroom

Below is the full list of all keyboard shortcut commands that can be used in the Virtual Classroom. They are the same regardless of the browser, provided that we support it.

Note: The shortcuts can’t be used by mobile devices (tablets or smartphones), only desktop PCs or laptops can utilize them.

View:

Ctrl+Alt++: Zoom In

Ctrl+Alt+-: Zoom Out

Control:

Ctrl+Alt+M: microphone on/off

Ctrl+Alt+C: camera on/off

Ctrl+Alt+S: Screenshare on/off

Ctrl+Alt+V: Media Player show / hide

Ctrl+Alt+P: Participants show / hide

Ctrl+Alt+G: Groups show / hide

Ctrl+Alt+L: Video layout show / hide

Ctrl+Alt+N: Settings

Object manipulation:

Ctrl+Alt+]: Rotate clockwise

Ctrl+Alt+[: Rotate counterclockwise

Navigation:

Ctrl+Alt+ArrowRight: Navigates to the next Page

Ctrl+Alt+ArrowLeft: Navigates to the previous Page

Tools (Selects and opens, if a sub-tool):

Ctrl+Alt+1: Selector

Ctrl+Alt+2: Pan tool

Ctrl+Alt+3: Pointer

Ctrl+Alt+4: Center Canvas

Ctrl+Alt+5: Focus

Ctrl+Alt+6: Text tool

Ctrl+Alt+7: Eraser

Ctrl+Alt+8: Brush

Ctrl+Alt+9: Line

Ctrl+Alt+R: Opens Rectangle / square / Free hand

Ctrl+Alt+E: Opens Ellipse / Circle / Free hand

Ctrl+Alt+H: Opens Shape library

Ctrl+Alt+O: Opens Color tools

Ctrl+Alt+I: Grid

Captions in the recordings

The VEDAMO recordings can include captions in many languages as well, note that this is a paid feature.
More about the captions (transcripts) feature can be found in this article.

Alternative text for tools/icons in the Virtual Classroom

By positioning the mouse over a whiteboard tool or button (on hover) you will see the full name of the tool or the status of the device (ON/OFF) like camera/microphone.

Note: The alternative text for tools/icons can only be seen on desktop PCs or laptops.