Global Screen Readers Software Market – Industry Trends and Forecast to 2032

Screen reader software is assistive technology that transforms on-screen content—such as text, menus, buttons, and images—into speech or Braille, enabling non-visual access to devices for users who are blind, visually impaired, or otherwise have difficulty reading. These tools act as a bridge between applications and users, utilizing keyboard shortcuts or gestures to navigate digital interfaces, read document contents, traverse web pages, and interact with various software environments.

Popular screen readers include options built directly into operating systems (like VoiceOver on Apple devices and Narrator on Windows), as well as robust third-party solutions like JAWS for Windows and the free, open-source NVDA. Others, such as Orca for Linux environments, extend support for accessibility across different platforms. While these tools grant critical independence—allowing users to email, browse, work, and interact digitally—their effective use requires training and patience, as mastering keystroke navigation and understanding feedback settings takes time. Additionally, discrepancies in application accessibility and inconsistent web design can present challenges even with screen readers in use.