screen reader
Software program which converts screen elements such as text, images, or buttons, displayed in the computer into Braille or speech. Assistive technology used by visually impaired or blind people to interpret what appears on the computer screen through braille output, audio icons or speech synthesisers.
screen reader — software program which converts screen elements such as text, images, or buttons, displayed in the computer into Braille or speech. McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 53.42/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. ESCO classifies it as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill within knowledge. It is currently listed by 3 occupations in our catalogue, including ICT accessibility tester, assistive technologist, and sign language interpreter.
Occupations that require screen reader
Showing top 3 of 3 occupations · ranked by India employment volume, then AI-durability.
Frequently asked questions
What is screen reader?
Software program which converts screen elements such as text, images, or buttons, displayed in the computer into Braille or speech. Assistive technology used by visually impaired or blind people to interpret what appears on the computer screen through braille output, audio icons or speech synthesisers.
What category of skill is screen reader?
ESCO classifies screen reader under the knowledge category, specifically in the computer use subcategory.
Is screen reader an AI-durable skill?
McKinsey's Skill Change Index places it in the declining band (SCI 53.42/100) — a skill likely to fall in demand as AI and automation cover more of its ground by 2030. Prioritise this skill only when it directly enables paid work today — plan for AI to absorb more of it every year.
Which jobs require screen reader?
In our catalogue, 3 occupations list screen reader as a required or important skill. The top occupations by employment volume include ICT accessibility tester, assistive technologist, sign language interpreter.
How transferable is screen reader between industries?
ESCO tags screen reader as a cross-sector (useful across many industries) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.
Is screen reader the same as assistive technology for reading?
Yes — screen reader is also known as assistive technology for reading, or text-to-speech software. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.
How can I learn screen reader?
The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands screen reader and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.