Symboloud NHS

Symboloud is a flexible Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) app for children and adults who need support with speech, language and everyday communication.

Using the SymbolStix symbol set, Symboloud helps people express needs, make choices, build sentences and take part in conversations. It can be used at home, at school, in therapy and throughout the community.
Symboloud has been developed by Dad In A Shed, drawing on practical experience working alongside AAC users, families, teachers and professionals. The app prioritises simple setup, clear organisation and quick access to useful everyday language.

KEY FEATURES
• SymbolStix symbols included
Access a clear and consistent symbol library widely used in education, therapy and AAC.
• Core vocabulary
Use high-frequency words such as go, want, help, more and stop to build a wide range of original messages.
• Everyday vocabulary
Explore ready-made folders covering food and drink, people, places, hobbies, school, transport, emotions and other areas of daily life.
• Quick phrases
Access useful phrases such as “I need help”, “Please stop” and “I’m tired” without building each sentence word by word.
• Fully customisable grids
Add, edit, move and organise tiles and folders to reflect each person’s vocabulary, interests and communication needs.
• Downloadable vocabulary packs
Browse and add ready-made grids, folders and vocabulary packs from the Symboloud downloads library.
• Import and export
Back up personalised grids, move them between devices or share them with families, schools and professionals.
• No account or subscription
Use Symboloud without creating an account, signing in or paying an ongoing subscription.
• Designed for Android
Symboloud is lightweight and designed to run smoothly across a wide range of Android tablets and phones.

WHO SYMBOLOUD SUPPORTS
• AAC users who want a practical and personalised way to communicate
• Families supporting communication at home and while out
• Teachers and support staff promoting participation in education
• Speech and language therapists creating individual AAC systems
• Children and adults learning to use symbol-based communication

BUILT FOR REAL COMMUNICATION
Core vocabulary provides the high-frequency words needed to create many different messages. Fringe vocabulary adds the specific people, places, activities, foods and interests that make communication personal.
Symboloud combines both approaches, supporting everything from quick requests to more detailed and original sentences.
Clear categories, adjustable layouts and fast navigation help reduce the effort needed to find words. Users can start with ready-made vocabulary and gradually adapt their grid as their communication develops.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE
• Symbol-based word suggestions
• Built-in SymbolStix symbol library
• Add photos to buttons and folders
• Hold delay
• Core and fringe vocabulary
• Ready-made quick phrases
• Customisable tiles, folders and layouts
• Downloadable vocabulary packs
• Simple grid import and export
• No accounts or logins
• No ongoing subscription
• Support for Android tablets and phones

Learn more and browse free vocabulary resources at symboloud.com