In February, Leasey users will gain access to an exciting new world of possibilities with the powerful capabilities of ChatGPT. For years, Leasey has made productivity simple and more enjoyable for JAWS screen-reader users, offering a clean and intuitive interface for accessing a wide range of essential tools and services; from comprehensive weather reports and RSS feeds to holiday calendars, time conversions, and even quick searches across platforms like Google, Amazon, and eBay. Now, with ChatGPT integrated seamlessly into Leasey, the possibilities are practically endless!
Imagine having a virtual assistant that can answer questions, improve your writing, and even create summaries for you—all within a few keystrokes. This same convenient, uncluttered experience will guide you when using ChatGPT in Leasey. Whether you’re working on a personal project, professional tasks, or simply feeding your curiosity, ChatGPT will elevate your computer experience like never before.
Ask Almost Anything—ChatGPT Has You Covered!
With Leasey’s ChatGPT feature, you can ask questions on almost any topic, and you’ll get accurate, detailed responses within seconds. Leasey uses ChatGPT-4, the most advanced and accurate language model available, ensuring precise and reliable answers. Most queries are answered in 15 seconds or less!
Here are some examples of questions you might ask:
- What is the tallest mountain in the world?
- “Summarise the life and contributions of Ada Lovelace.”
- “What are the key ingredients for making a traditional shepherd’s pie?”
The subject range is limitless—if you can ask it, ChatGPT can likely answer it.
Leasey ChatGPT Features in Brief.
1. Submitting Queries Made Simple.
Submitting a query to ChatGPT is as easy as pressing a keystroke. Type your question and press Enter.
If you’ve selected text for example from a document or webpage), it will appear in the edit field for quick review and editing before submission.
The response is returned and displayed in the JAWS Virtual Viewer, making it easy to navigate and review.
Additional Features.
- You can choose to have responses read aloud automatically when they arrive.
- Responses can be opened directly in Notepad, your default text editor, or Microsoft Word.
- You can copy or append responses to the clipboard or append them to an existing document.
- Review the entire conversation in one view—each exchange is organized with clearly labeled headings for easy navigation.
Context Awareness.
Leasey’s ChatGPT is context-aware, meaning you can ask follow-up questions seamlessly.
Example Interaction:
User: “Summarize the plot of ‘Pride and Prejudice’.”
Response is given.
Follow-up: “What can you tell me about Elizabeth Bennet’s character?”
ChatGPT will understand the context and provide relevant insights.
You can enable or disable the context awareness feature at any time. If you prefer to ask independent, unrelated questions, you can start a new conversation with a single keystroke.
2. Text Tools to Supercharge Your Work.
Leasey’s ChatGPT integration isn’t just for general questions; it’s a versatile tool to help with your daily tasks. You can select text from an email, document, or webpage and apply a range of powerful features selected from a convenient list:
- Spell Check and Capitalization: Automatically correct spelling and capitalization errors.
- Thesaurus Lookup: Find the perfect word or phrase quickly and easily. Simply select or type a word, press Enter, and browse through a variety of helpful categories: Synonyms: Words with similar meanings to your chosen word. Antonyms: Words with opposite meanings. Related Terms: Words that are conceptually related but not exact synonyms. Phrases and Idioms: Common phrases or expressions containing the given word. Similar Words: Words that may not be exact synonyms but are used in similar contexts. Derivatives: Words derived from the root word in different grammatical forms. Whether you’re looking to refine your writing or expand your vocabulary, this feature makes it simple and efficient to find exactly what you need!
- Summarize Key Points: Create concise summaries that retain the essential meaning of the original content.
- Rewrite for Formality: Transform casual text into professional language, following UK or US conventions based on your location.
- Simplify Complex Language: Make technical or jargon-heavy text more user-friendly.
- Grammar and Style Check: Improve readability and correct grammar, punctuation, and style issues.
- Extract Key Points: Pull out the main ideas and present them as a clear list.
- Plain Language Rewriting: Rewrite content for better accessibility using simple language and shorter sentences.
- Friendly Tone: Rework text to make it more welcoming and supportive.
- Step-by-Step Instructions: Break down instructions into easy-to-follow, numbered steps.
- FAQs: Automatically generate a list of questions and answers based on provided information.
- Beginner-Friendly Rewrites: Adjust content to engage readers with little background knowledge.
- Summary Emails: Create polite, concise summary emails from longer text.
- To-Do Lists: Extract action items and convert them into an organized checklist.
- Paraphrasing: Rewrite content using different wording while keeping the same meaning.
- Social Media Posts: Condense content into a 280-character post for platforms like X (formerly Twitter).
- Meeting Summaries: Capture key discussion points, decisions made, and action steps from meeting notes.
- Constructive Feedback: Provide detailed feedback, highlighting strengths and suggesting improvements.
- Speech Drafts: Convert content into a speech-friendly format with clear, easy-to-read sentences.
3. Image Generation for Independence.
ChatGPT’s integration with Leasey allows you to create images from text descriptions, enhancing independence for blind users:
- Step 1: Choose the “Create Image” option from Leasey’s ChatGPT menu.
- Step 2: Type a name for your image (to locate it easily later).
- Step 3: Enter a detailed description of the image you’d like to create.
- The image will be generated and downloaded automatically. Focus is placed in the folder so you can find the image quickly. You can even use JAWS Picture Smart to verify the image content if desired.
4. Audio Transcription Made Easy.
Have an audio file you’d like to convert into text? Leasey’s ChatGPT feature makes transcription a breeze. Files must be less than 25MB.
Simply select the audio file using File Explorer, choose the Transcribe option, and your transcript will be returned typically within one minute!
But wait, it gets better. If you have an audio file spoken in a language other than English, with the help of ChatGPT Leasey can have it translated back to English text. Over 100 spoken languages are supported!
Using API Keys with Leasey.
Leasey provides access to many functions of ChatGPT. However, to use this facility, you need an API key. An API key is like a digital password that grants you access to ChatGPT services through Leasey. You may already have a subscription paid to ChatGPT for use in a web browser or perhaps on your phone. This is not the same as purchasing an API key and is entirely separate.
There are two methods for obtaining an API key for use with ChatGPT and Leasey.
Ideally, you should purchase your own API key. When you do so, through OpenAI’s billing system, you will be required to set up your payment details and purchase credit to use the service. You can choose how much credit you would like to add to your account.
Each time you interact with ChatGPT (for example, when asking a question or summarizing text), a small amount of your credit balance is deducted. The amount charged depends on the complexity of the request. An approximate cost would be £0.03 per 750 words of text. In American currency this is approximately 3.75 cents. By purchasing your own API key, you can control your usage and costs.
When you sign up for an OpenAI account, you can create an API key—a unique string of characters that only you know. Once you have this key, you can store it within Leasey so you don’t have to enter it every time. Our Leasey documentation will clearly explain how you can obtain an API key and store it using Leasey.
If you are unable to purchase your own API key, perhaps due to financial circumstances or difficulty navigating the setup process, we can provide you with an API key. This is part of the support we offer when you purchase the Leasey product.
We are happy to provide access, but to ensure the service remains available and fair to all users, the following conditions apply:
Slightly Slower Response Times.
The first time in any new JAWS session, Leasey will first check our server to confirm that your assigned API key exists before submitting your query to ChatGPT. This typically takes less than one second.
Fair Usage Policy.
If an API key is significantly abused (for example, if thousands of queries are made in a single day), we reserve the right to remove the key without prior notice. This helps us protect the service for all users.
Restricted API Key Use.
The provided API key can only be used within Leasey and cannot be exported or used in other products.
Requesting an API Key.
To request an API key provided by us, when version 10 of Leasey is launched, send an email to brian@hartgenconsultancy.com.
Include your name and JAWS for Windows serial number in the email. We will review your request and apply the API key to your Leasey account.
This system complies with OpenAI’s terms and conditions. We never share keys directly and only allow usage through Leasey to ensure fair and ethical access.
This policy is designed to keep both you and our services safe and efficient.
Conclusion: Your Personal Assistant Awaits!
Leasey’s integration with ChatGPT is designed to make your daily life easier, more productive, and even more fun! Whether you’re seeking information, improving your writing, or creating something entirely new, ChatGPT in Leasey will empower you to do more with less effort!
A new copy of Leasey or an upgrade can be purchased here.
This is our first step on the road to utilising AI technology. From our upcoming web site, we will soon have the ability for people to ask questions about how to use all of our products, such as Leasey, J-Say, StationPlaylist scripts and more.