PiCom for PC Windows

PiCom for Windows

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PiCom is an Augmentative Alternative Communication system (AAC) , which can be used within healthcare systems such as the UK's NHS, the schools systems, at home or when out and about. PiCom is a picture symbol communicator with text to speech or recorded voice output, that runs on a wide range of tablets, phones and computers. PiCom does not require a web connection to use as a communication aid. PiCom is designed to assist people who have difficulty speaking, due to a medical situation (short or long term). It can also be of great help in special education. PiCom brings change and more choice to digital communication aids.

Overview

PiCom is an Augmentative Alternative Communication system (AAC) , which can be used within healthcare systems such as the UK's NHS, the schools systems, at home or when out and about. PiCom is a picture symbol communicator with text to speech or recorded voice output, that runs on a wide range of tablets, phones and computers. PiCom is designed to assist people who have difficulty speaking and for whom symbol communication is deemed appropriate. This could be in a school/educational setting or in a medical situation (short or long term). PiCom has the great advantage in being able to open and create communication boards or grids with the Open Board Format (.obf or obz). This means that boards can be freely exchanged between users, creators and the AAC Apps that can support Open Board format. When you download PiCom, it includes a range of well established communicator grids from experts in the field. You can then edit these, changing images and names to help the communication aid user. PiCom also has is own set of communication symbols, as well as linking to other symbols and the ability to use your own photos (and sounds). The advantages continue, because you can edit or create boards in PiCom, and share to your user's device or computer - the PiCom app and boards will be the same on all devices, including within a web browser. PiCom is also highly accessible for people who might have physical difficulties using a device. PiCom can be operated with bluetooth switches, Microsoft X Box Controller and Microsoft Adaptive Control, special external mice, some novel light touch control methods as well as face control. Face control requires more recent devices with high quality cameras and sufficient computing power. PiCom has some helpful visual features, allowing background and button colours to be modified extensively. It has a high contrast display and a zoom capability. The zoom capability provides the option for a user to work on one single very large communicator board, and move to distinct areas of the board which are displayed on the screen in detail. PICOM FEATURE LIST 1. PiCom includes a range of proven communicator templates, that can be used immediately and expanded or edited. 2. Connects to the text to speech voices on your computer, giving a wide range of voice choices in many languages 3. You can import (and export) existing created communication boards that are in the Open Board Format (file format .obf or .obz) 4. Edit buttons on existing and new boards, changing background colors, import different symbols, images or photos, change the labels and change the text that is spoken. Add recorded audio to buttons also, using the record feature or import audio. 5. Create your own Communicators and boards from scratch, you can define sizes, use the button editor to populate each button, and export or share the creator communicator in the Open Board format .obz 6. Many access control input methods are available for PiCom, including touch, touch zoom, mouse wheel control, joystick, X Box Controller, gamepad D pad/cursor key control, , switch control, face control and micro touchpad control. Microsoft Adaptive Controller and X Box controller support inbuilt, as most recent devices now support this controller. 7. PiCom can be run as a full screen communicator, or show the selected text/symbols in a viewing windows top or bottom 8. PiCom can operate in both landscape mode and portrait mode. 9. PiCom does not require an internet connection to work as a communicator. Internet is required to share and download new boards. 10. PiCom does not require an account to be created, contains no adverts and does not track data for external usage. 11. Over 2000 PiCom symbols included and available to boards. PiCom is also integrated with the web based Global Symbols library, allowing any symbol to be added to a PiCom board

Features

Picture Communicator for AAC Speech supportSupports Open Board FormatCreate new communicator boards, share and edit existing boardsIncludes many Communicator Templates which can be editedAccess support with switches, gamepad, Microsoft Adaptive Control, Face Control, Touch control and moreIncludes over 2000 PiCom Symbols

What's new

Updated Export Board function. Shows current board.

Additional Information

  • Developed by Sensory App House Ltd
  • Version 2024.11.11
  • Requires

    Available on: PC

    OS: Windows 10 version 19041.0 or higher

    Keyboard: Not specified

    Mouse: Not specified

    Touch: Integrated Touch

    Camera: Integrated Camera

  • Published 2023-01-24
  • Size 8.15 MB
  • File Type appx/msix
  • Language
    English (United States)
  • Permissions

  • Microsoft Store ID 9nl8zn3977l4

How to download and install PiCom from the Microsoft

To download and install PiCom for PC from Microsoft, here are two methods you can follow. PiCom is an Augmentative Alternative Communication system (AAC) , which can be used within healthcare systems such as the UK's NHS, the schools systems, at home or when out and about. PiCom is a picture symbol communicator with text to speech or recorded voice output, that runs on a wide range of tablets, phones and computers. PiCom does not require a web connection to use as a communication aid. PiCom is designed to assist people who have difficulty speaking, due to a medical situation (short or long term). It can also be of great help in special education. PiCom brings change and more choice to digital communication aids. . You can access the app directly on the Microsoft Store.

Method 1: Download and Install via the Microsoft Store

This is the most straightforward and secure way to get PiCom.

Step 1: Open the Microsoft Store

  • Click the Start Menu (Windows logo) at the bottom-left corner of your screen.
  • Search for Microsoft Store in the search bar and open it.
  • Step 2: Search for PiCom

  • In the Microsoft Store, type PiCom into the search bar at the top and press Enter.
  • Select the app from the search results to open its detail page.
  • Step 3: Download and Install

  • Click the Get button (if the app is free) or Install to begin the download.
  • The app will automatically install after the download is complete.
  • Step 4: Access the App

  • Once installed, you can find PiCom in your Start Menu or Apps List.
  • Open the app and follow the on-screen instructions to use.
  • Method 2: Download from the Official Microsoft Website

    If you prefer downloading directly from the web, you can use the official Microsoft website.

    Step 1: Visit the PiCom Page

  • Open your browser and go to the PiCom page
  • Step 2: Download the App

  • Click the Get in Store app button on the webpage.
  • This will redirect you to the Microsoft Store app on your PC.
  • Step 3: Install PiCom

  • Follow the same steps as in Method 1 to download and install PiCom.
  • Step 4: Use PiCom

  • Launch PiCom from your Start Menu or Apps List.
  • Tips for a Smooth Installation

  • Ensure your PC is connected to the internet.
  • Keep your Windows operating system updated for the best performance.
  • Conclusion:

    Both methods ultimately utilize the Microsoft Store, ensuring the app's safety and reliability. Whether you prefer browsing within the Store or starting via the website, both approaches lead you to successfully download and install PiCom.
    PiCom for PC Windows

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