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The TalkBack feature in the greytHR mobile app allows visually impaired users to navigate and use the app independently. After the TalkBack feature is enabled, it reads aloud the on-screen content and provides voice instructions, guiding users through each step to complete tasks with ease.
Accessibility for all users โ Ensures visually impaired employees can use the app independently.
Ease of use โ Voice guided actions reduce dependency on assistance.
Currently, TalkBack in the greytHR mobile app supports the most frequently used functions:
With TalkBack enabled, users can:
Log In & Log Out โ Enter credentials (phone number, email ID, or web address), and securely log in or out.
Sign In โ Mark attendance, choose location, capture selfie (if required), and add remarks.
Apply for Leave โ Select leave type, choose dates, select sessions, add remarks, and upload documents.
Sign Out โ End the workday by selecting the location, adding remarks, and confirming sign out.
Note: Additional actions may be added in future phases.
The TalkBack feature can be enabled on both Android and iOS devices.
Open Settings on your device.
Tap Shortcuts & accessibility.
From the Shortcuts & accessibility screen, tap Accessibility.
From the Accessibility screen, tap TalkBack.
Toggle TalkBack to On and then tap Allow in the pop-up.
Note: On some devices, you can search for TalkBack directly in the Settings search bar.
Open Settings on your device.
Tap Accessibility.
Under Vision, select VoiceOver and toggle it โOn.โ
Once you have enabled the TalkBack feature:
Single-tap highlights the item.
Double-tap activates the highlighted item.
The app will read out labels, instructions, and button names, guiding the user through each step.
Example:
When applying for leave, TalkBack will read Select leave type โ Select date โ Enter reason โ Attach document โ Apply button.
When signing in, TalkBack will read Select location โ Enter remarks โ Confirm sign in button.
TalkBack is a built-in screen reader available on Android and iOS devices. It provides spoken feedback, allowing users to interact with the greytHR app through touch and voice.
Yes. The greytHR mobile app supports TalkBack for commonly used functions like login, sign in/out, leave application, and logout.
Any mobile app user can enable and use TalkBack. While it is designed to support visually impaired users, others who prefer voice-guided navigation can also use it.
From your device, go to Settings > Shortcuts & accessibility > Accessibility > TalkBack and toggle it on.
From your device, go to Settings > Accessibility > Vision > VoiceOver, and toggle it on.
It improves inclusivity and independence by enabling employees to use the app without external help, ensuring equal access to HR functions.
No. TalkBack is a device-level feature. Once enabled in the phoneโs settings, it works automatically in the greytHR mobile app.
Yes. On Android, it is called TalkBack; on iOS, the equivalent feature is called VoiceOver.
Currently, it supports Login, Sign In, Apply Leave, Sign Out, and Logout. More features, such as team attendance and payslips, are planned for future releases.
No, but depending on the deviceโs hardware, enabling TalkBack may cause slight navigation delays.
Single tap to highlight.
Double tap to select.
Swipe left/right to move between items.
Yes, it works for any content already loaded in the app. However, features needing real-time data (like attendance marking) still require internet access.
Yes, TalkBack can be used by anyone who prefers voice-guided navigation.
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