How do students upload documents for conversion on the Bookshare website with Bookshare Plus?

  1. Log into your Bookshare account
  2. On your “My Bookshare”page select the “My Documents (beta)” link.
  3. Upload a document from your computer or Google Drive for conversion. Bookshare Plus AI converts the document into an accessible EPUB.
    • Uplad PDF or image files
    • Upload files up to 200 pages or 20 MB in size.
  4. When processing is complete, a pop up announces the conversion has been successful, and the options to Read Online appear.
  5. Select the Read Online button to open the document in Bookshare Reader.
  6. Use the settings (gear icon) button to adjust the audio, text, and color and contrast.
    • Tip: Under Audio, be sure to select Voice Image Descriptions if you wish to hear a description of the pictures read aloud.

Download the How to Guide: How Students Upload and Read Documents on the Website

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