Braille is a writing system used by people who are
visually impaired, such as people who are blind or who have low vision. Named after its creator, Louis Braille, it uses combinations of raised dots to spell out letters and punctuation. It's read with your fingertips and can be written using devices like the Perkins Brailler. People use braille all around the world, and it provides a means of literacy for all.
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