nvda guides

Browse install, comparison, migration, and setup guides for the screen reader on Windows. Each guide answers one primary question and links back to the home install panel.

Install by operating system

Step-by-step installs with the exact command or file for Windows.

Install on Windows
Winget install
macOS notes
Linux notes

Comparisons

nvda against Narrator, JAWS, and other screen reader paths people ask about.

vs JAWS

Switch and import

Move from JAWS, Narrator, or a download-portal wrapper into nvda.

Switch from Narrator

Setup and accessibility

First run, speech, braille, add-ons, and how the security model works.

First run
Speech settings
Portable or installed
Braille setup
Add-ons
Is it safe
Update uninstall