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The NVDA community maintains several mailing lists for different audiences and purposes. These lists are the primary channels for community communication, support, and collaboration.

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User Mailing Lists

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NVDA Users

NVDA Users Mailing List

The primary support channel for NVDA users
The NVDA Users mailing list is where users can:
  • Get help with using NVDA
  • Share tips and tricks
  • Report problems and ask questions
  • Learn from other experienced users
  • Discuss accessibility issues with applications and websites
If you’re having trouble with NVDA or need help getting started, this is the best place to ask for assistance from the friendly and knowledgeable NVDA community.

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Developer Mailing Lists

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NVDA Developers

NVDA Developers Mailing List

For discussion of NVDA development and contribution
The NVDA Developers mailing list is for:
  • Discussing NVDA core development
  • Proposing and debating new features
  • Sharing technical insights
  • Coordinating development efforts
  • Prototype discussion and idea sharing
This list welcomes both new and experienced developers interested in contributing to NVDA.

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NVDA Add-on API

NVDA Add-on API Mailing List

Official list for add-on API discussions maintained by NV Access
This list focuses on:
  • Add-on API changes and deprecations
  • Technical guidance for add-on development
  • Compatibility discussions
  • Best practices for add-on development

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NVDA Add-ons

NVDA Add-ons Mailing List

Community discussion of add-on development and support
The Add-ons mailing list covers:
  • Add-on development questions and support
  • Sharing add-on projects
  • Collaboration between add-on developers
  • Testing and feedback on add-ons
  • Add-on compatibility issues

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Translator Mailing List

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NVDA Translators

NVDA Translators Mailing List

Coordination hub for NVDA translation efforts
The Translators list is where you can:
  • Coordinate translation efforts for your language
  • Receive announcements about translation freezes
  • Report translation-related issues
  • Discuss terminology and translation challenges
  • Get help with the translation process
Issues with translations should be reported to this list rather than through GitHub.

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Mailing List Etiquette

When participating in NVDA mailing lists, please:
  • Be respectful: Follow the Code of Conduct
  • Stay on topic: Keep discussions relevant to the list’s purpose
  • Search first: Check if your question has been answered before
  • Be clear and concise: Help others understand your question or contribution
  • Be patient: Contributors volunteer their time to help
  • Give back: Share your knowledge and help others when you can

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Choosing the Right List

Use the NVDA Users mailing list for user support questions.
Join the NVDA Developers mailing list to discuss development and contributions.
The NVDA Add-ons list is for community add-on development, while the NVDA Add-on API list covers official API discussions.
The NVDA Translators list is for all translation-related coordination and questions.
Please see the Issue Reporting page for guidance on reporting issues through GitHub.

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Other Communication Channels

In addition to mailing lists, the NVDA community is active on:

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