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Pre-Installation Checklist

Technology Requirements

  • Windows Based PC
    • No MACs or Tablets
  • Minimum 1 GB RAM
  • Microsoft 2007 or Newer
    • Must be a Licensed Version
    • Must use downloaded version of Word. A web version is NOT compatible.
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer version 8.0 or higher
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader version 8.0 or higher
  • Windows Media Player version 10, 11, 12
  • Sound Card
  • Foot Pedal

Before installing TypeEasy, make sure you have reviewed and adjusted your Required Computer Settings and Word Default Settings

Also be sure to update your computer if updates are available for Windows or Microsoft Word.

Installing TypeEasy

Info

There are two ways you can download TypeEasy.

  1. This link: https://secure.speak-write.com/download/typeeasynxtprodstore.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/publicbinaries/typeeasy.msi
  2. From your Typist Dashboard
    1. Log in.
    2. Click Download TypeEasy under External Links on the Dashboard landing page.

With either method, the following steps are the same.

  1. TypeEasy setup wizard will open.
  2. Follow the on screen instructions.
  3. TypeEasy will automatically install.


Tip
If TypeEasy does not install properly, submit a Help Ticket through your Dashboard



Uninstalling TypeEasy

Uninstall from TypeEasy

When uninstalling from TypeEasy use the drop down menu in the top left corner of the screen and click on uninstall. The TypeEasy application wizard will prompt you through the process.

Uninstall from Start Menu

Microsoft 7 and 8 users will do the following:

  • Select Start
  • Click All Programs
  • Find SpeakWrite
  • Choose Uninstall TypeEasy

Microsoft 10 users will do the following:

  • Select Start
  • Click on Settings
  • Click on Apps
  • Click on Apps and Features
  • Scroll down to TypeEasy and click on it.  
  • Choose Uninstall
Note

 You may have a window pop up that states, "Program did not install correctly", Click Cancel. 


Tip
This is a good time to clear your Internet Explorer Cache and Cookies as well as run a program like CCleaner.



Reinstalling TypeEasy

Once you have successfully uninstalled TypeEasy, use the install instructions above to reinstall the application. If you receive an error message upon reinstalling TypeEasy, please do the following before opening a Help Ticket:

  • Clear Internet Explorer Cache and Cookies
  • Run CCleaner
  • Restart your Computer
Note
If you have done the following steps and continue to receive an error message, open a Help Ticket through your Typist Dashboard. You should copy and paste the entire error message into the body of the Help Ticket, as well as explain when it occurred. 




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