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Be My Eyes

by | May 25, 2026 | Internet

Introduction to Be My Eyes

Be My Eyes is an application designed mainly for blind and low vision users. It helps users by connecting them with volunteers or by using artificial intelligence to describe images and surroundings.

Be My Eyes can help in:
• Reading printed text
• Identifying objects
• Reading labels and medicine bottles
• Understanding surroundings
• Checking colors
• Identifying buttons and controls
• Reading documents or product packaging
• Getting live help from volunteers
• Using AI image description through Be My AI

The app works on computers and mobile devices and requires internet connection for most features.

 

Main Features of Be My Eyes

Be My AI

This feature uses artificial intelligence to:
• Describe images
• Read text from photos
• Answer questions about images
• Identify objects and surroundings

Volunteer Assistance

Users can connect with volunteers through live video calls for help with daily tasks.

Image Upload Support

Users can upload saved images from the computer for description and analysis.

Camera Support

The app can use the computer camera to capture live images for identification and reading.

Question and Answer Support

After analyzing an image, users can ask additional questions related to that image.

 

Downloading Be My Eyes from Microsoft Store

  1. Press Windows key.
  2. Type “Microsoft Store”.
  3. Press Enter.

After Microsoft Store opens:

  1. Press Tab until Search box is reached.
  2. Type “Be My Eyes”.
  3. Press Enter.

Search results will appear.

  1. Use Tab or Arrow keys to move to “Be My Eyes”.
  2. Press Enter to open the app page.
  3. Press Tab until Install or Get button is reached.
  4. Press Enter.

The app will begin downloading and installing.

  1. After installation completes, press Tab until Open button is reached.
  2. Press Enter to open the app.

If Microsoft Store asks for sign in, use your Microsoft account and follow the instructions on screen.

 

Opening Be My Eyes on Windows

  1. Press Windows key.
  2. Type “Be My Eyes”.
  3. Press Enter when Be My Eyes app is heard.

 

Signing In to Be My Eyes

  1. After opening the app, press Tab until Sign in button is reached.
  2. Press Enter.
  3. Type your email address if required.
  4. Follow the sign-in instructions.
  5. Press Enter on Continue or Sign in buttons when needed.

After signing in, the main screen of the app will open.

 

Main Areas in Be My Eyes

Be My Eyes mainly contains:
• Volunteer support options
• Be My AI
• Settings
• Account options
• Help and support sections

Navigation Keys

  • Tab = Move forward
    • Shift + Tab = Move backward
    • Arrow keys = Move inside lists and menus
    • Enter = Open items
    • Esc = Close menus or dialog boxes

 

Using Be My AI

Be My AI can describe images, read text, identify objects, and answer questions about pictures.

  1. Press Tab until “Be My AI” is reached.
  2. Press Enter.
  • Choose:
    Upload image
    or
    Take photo if camera is available
  1. Press Enter on the required option.

 

Uploading an Image

  1. After choosing Upload image, File Explorer dialog box will open.
  2. Browse files using Arrow keys and Tab.
  3. Select the required image.
  4. Press Enter or activate Open button.

Be My AI will analyze the image and provide a description.

 

Reading AI Responses

After image analysis:
• Use Down Arrow to read line by line.
• Use screen reader reading commands to read complete response.
• Use Tab to move through buttons and options.

The app may describe:
• Objects
• Text in image
• Colors
• Labels
• Surroundings
• People or items

 

Asking Questions About an Image

  1. After image description appears, move to question edit field using Tab.
  2. Type your question.

Examples:
• “What is written on the label?”
• “What color is the shirt?”
• “Is this medicine bottle open?”
• “What buttons are visible?”

  1. Press Tab until Send button is reached.
  2. Press Enter.

Be My AI will provide an answer related to the image.

 

Using Camera with Be My Eyes

If your system camera is connected:

  1. Open Be My AI.
  2. Choose camera option.
  3. Allow camera permission if asked.
  4. Point the camera toward the object or text.
  5. Press Enter on Capture button.

The app will analyze the captured image.

 

Connecting with Volunteers

Some versions of Be My Eyes may allow live volunteer support.

  1. Press Tab until volunteer or support option is reached.
  2. Press Enter.
  3. Wait for connection.

You may speak with a volunteer for help with:
• Reading labels
• Identifying objects
• Using appliances
• Sorting items
• Reading printed text

 

Managing Be My Eyes Settings

  1. Press Tab until Settings button is reached.
  2. Press Enter.
  3. Use Tab and Arrow keys to move through settings options.

You may find options related to:
• Language
• Notifications
• Camera permissions
• Account settings

 

Updating the App

Using Microsoft Store:

  1. Open Microsoft Store.
  2. Search for “Be My Eyes”.
  3. Open the app page.
  4. Press Enter on Update button if available.

 

Closing Be My Eyes

  • Alt + F4 = Close the app

 

Helpful Tips

  • Keep internet connection active while using AI or volunteer support.
    • Clear images usually give better results.
    • Use proper lighting when capturing photos.
    • Hold the camera steady for accurate image descriptions.

 

Useful Keyboard Shortcuts

  • Tab = Move between controls
    • Shift + Tab = Move backward
    • Enter = Activate button or option
    • Esc = Close dialog boxes
    • Alt + F4 = Close app
    • Arrow keys = Move through menus and text