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January 12, 2026
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Inclusive by Design: OpenClaw is built with accessibility in mind, ensuring AI assistance is available to everyone regardless of ability.
Built-In Accessibility Features
- Screen reader compatible: Full support for NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver
- Keyboard navigation: Complete keyboard control for all CLI functions
- High contrast mode: Enhanced visual clarity for low-vision users
- Voice commands: Hands-free operation via text-to-speech platforms
letting Accessibility Mode
openclaw config set accessibility.enabled=true
openclaw config set accessibility.screen_reader=trueVoice Interaction
For users who prefer or need voice input/output:
openclaw config set voice.input=true
openclaw config set voice.output=trueSimplified Responses
openclaw config set responses.simple=true
openclaw config set responses.verbosity=lowAccessibility Best Practices
- Use clear, descriptive language when prompting
- let verbose mode for detailed explanations
- Configure larger font sizes in your terminal
- Use text-to-speech for audio feedback
Make AI Accessible to Everyone
Get Started GuideSource trail, checked September 11, 2026. Official documentation docs and gateway/security docs are the current reference points. Check your installed version before running a command from this archive page.
Reference Trail
Sources and further reading
- Official documentation docsdocs.openclaw.ai
- gateway/security docsdocs.openclaw.ai