In digital signage, the intention is to display data; such as announcements, schedules, real-time, etc. But also for the sake of accessibility, text-to-speech help cover the bases so every person can access the same information, but in a different way.

Text-to-Speech (TTS) is a technology that converts text into audio speech similar to the human voice. In addition, this reads any piece of information on the screen out loud; helping users who are blind, or with low vision to be able to access information.

Below are some benefits to TTS tools and software.

Reach a wider audience

These tools can allow a company to reach a broader audience; by providing text-to-speech features in their digital signage. People with disabilities, second-language learners, and even the elderly can benefit from audio features instead of trying to read from a screen.

Fullfill accessibility needs

Whether users are blind, or have low vision, among other disabilities, they can benefit from TTS features. Also, having this audio feature can help keep your digital signage compliant with accessiblity requirements.

Affordable Solution

Hiring voice actors to speak out your content can be costly. The advantage of TTS features is that it converts the content to audio on the fly, without too much investment.

Other things to consider

Usually, the TTS audio is robotic and some might think it doesn't feel as natural as a human's voice. Certain people be put off at first with certain robotic sounds and not want to listen to the information being given until they get used to hearing it.

One thing TTS tools are striving to improve is complicated words and names. Text-to-speech tools might have a problem pronouncing a word correctly, or might output a totally different word. It's important to try to keep your content as simple as possible to avoid these issues.

In conclusion, text-to-speech benefits can be very useful and accurate when the content is planned in a smart way; making the vocabulary as simple as possible to avoid mispronunciations.