Hello, I use the optacon for many of the same uses posted here. I also use the optacon to transcribe knit and crochet patterns that are written in symbols in charted form rather than text. and for proofreading bookshare books when footnote numbering doesn't scan for proofing. I also have transcribed music using the Optacon. I don't think a day goes by that I don't use the optacon. to view the list archives, go to: www.freelists.org/archives/optacon-l To unsubscribe at any time, just send a message to: optacon-l-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with the word "unsubscribe" (without the quotes) in the message subject. Tell your friends about the list. They can subscribe by sending a message to: optacon-l-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with the word "subscribe" (without the quotes) in the message subject.