Android Accessibility Suite: collection of accessibility tools

Android Accessibility Suite is a collection of accessibility tools by Google LLC that helps you use your Android device eyes-free or with a switch device. It solves the problem of navigating a touchscreen when you have limited vision or motor control by bundling several complementary services into one package. The suite includes the TalkBack screen reader, which provides spoken feedback and gesture control; Select to Speak, which reads aloud any on-screen text you choose; and the Accessibility Menu, a large on-screen control panel for quick actions like locking the phone, adjusting volume and brightness, and taking screenshots. By combining these tools, the app aims to make everyday phone tasks more manageable for people who rely on audio cues, braille output, or simplified controls. It requires Android 9 or later, and the package size is 45 MB. The app is free, contains no ads, and offers no in-app purchases, so the full feature set is available without any additional cost.

Key features

• TalkBack screen reader with spoken feedback, gesture control, and an on-screen braille keyboard
• Accessibility Menu providing a large on-screen panel for locking the phone, adjusting volume and brightness, and taking screenshots
• Select to Speak lets you choose items on the screen and hear them read aloud
• Improved text selection and voice selection within TalkBack settings in the latest version
• Enhanced braille display customization and improved typing with a physical keyboard in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese
• Improved keyboard interactions when using smart browse mode, plus overall performance improvements
• TalkBack on Wear OS 17.1 with a more seamless Continue on Phone experience and enhanced speech output display
• Observes phone state to adapt announcements to your call status, and can notify you about updates via notifications

How to install

1. Tap the download button on this page to get the APK file (45 MB).
2. When Android asks, allow your browser or file manager to install apps by enabling the Install unknown apps setting.
3. Open the downloaded APK file from your notifications or file manager.
4. Tap Install and wait for the installation to finish.
5. Open the app from your app drawer.
6. Go to your device's Settings, then Accessibility, and select Accessibility Menu, Select to Speak, or TalkBack to start using the suite.

Latest changes

This update introduces TalkBack 17.1, which brings better text selection, a voice selection option within TalkBack settings, and more flexible braille display customization. Typing with a physical keyboard is improved for Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese, and keyboard interactions in smart browse mode feel smoother. Overall performance has also been enhanced. On Wear OS, TalkBack 17.1 provides a more seamless “Continue on Phone” experience and clearer display of speech output.

This app is designed for people who have difficulty seeing the screen or interacting with a standard touch interface. It is especially useful for individuals with low vision or blindness who need spoken feedback or braille output, as well as for those with limited motor control who benefit from a simplified on-screen menu or switch device support. It also suits users who prefer to have text read aloud rather than reading it themselves, such as when multitasking or reading long articles. Because it includes multiple tools, it can serve as a single solution for various accessibility needs, though the setup process requires some familiarity with Android settings. Caregivers, family members, or support staff who help others use their devices may also find it valuable for configuring and managing these features.

After installation, open your device Settings, then Accessibility, and enable the specific tool you need—Accessibility Menu, Select to Speak, or TalkBack. For TalkBack, try the on-screen braille keyboard if you prefer tactile input, and explore the improved text selection and voice selection features in the latest version. If you use a physical keyboard, the updated typing experience for Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese may be helpful. On Wear OS, the Continue on Phone feature can streamline switching between your watch and phone.

Android Accessibility Suite is a comprehensive and practical set of tools that addresses core accessibility needs without any cost or advertising. Its combination of a screen reader, selection-based reading, and a customizable menu makes it a reliable choice for everyday use on supported devices.