Assistive technology for writing

Expert reviewed by Jamie Martin

At a glance
Technology can be a great support for kids and adults who struggle with writing.
Handwriting tools help with the physical act of writing.
There’s also technology that can help with organizing and expressing thoughts in writing.
Technology can be a huge boost for people who struggle with writing. A keyboard, for example, can help people who have trouble using a pen or pencil. (AT) tools like this can make the physical act of writing easier. AT can also help with spelling and grammar, and with organizing and expressing thoughts in writing.
To understand the options, here’s a guide to AT tools for writing, and where to find them.
Dive deeper
Types of assistive technology tools for writing
Where to get assistive technology for writing
About the author

About the author
The Understood Team is made up of passionate writers and editors. Many of them have kids who learn and think differently.
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Reviewed by
Jamie Martin is an assistive technology specialist at the New England Assistive Technology Center (NEAT) in Hartford, Connecticut.