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title: Assistive technology for writing
description: There are many assistive technology (AT) tools that can help people who struggle with writing. Learn what writing tools are available and how to get them.
slug: assistive-technology-for-writing
author: The Understood Team
reviewer: Jamie Martin
published: '2019-08-05T15:11:07.359Z'
thumbnail: https://cdn-images.understood.org/p0qf7j048i0q/7hwE0i0ag4UrYXmahVHtTC/696e0b091775ea54570da2d29309c646/G1014358140.jpg
source_url: https://www.understood.org/en/articles/assistive-technology-for-writing
lang: en
---

# Assistive technology for 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. Assistive technology (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.

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