Producing Tactile Graphics

The production methods most commonly used in school settings, by braille transcribers and tactile graphics specialists are highlighted in this section:

• collage,
• foil,
• microcapsule paper and fuser
• computer designed.

In addition to these common production methods, students will encounter tactile graphics in their textbooks and ancillary materials that have been produced by commercial processes such as

• press braille (APH),
• ink and resin deposit methods (Braille Jymico, Tactile Vision, APH, ghBraille), or
• CAD/silkscreen (TouchGraphics).

It is important that students have the opportunity to experience graphics in all production methods. Many commercial braille agencies also produce standardized tests, using their unique production methods.