Digital accessibility in Word ensures documents can be used by everyone, by implementing structural, visual, and navigation best practices. Key techniques include:
- Use the WSU template that already has built-in accessibility.
- Use Heading styles for structure.
- Use the built-in Word tools to structure lists.
- Add alternative text (alt text) to images.
- Ensure color contrast.
- Create descriptive hyperlinks.
- Use the built-in Accessibility Checker to review and identify issues.
Word Template
Take the guesswork out of whether your lists are accessible or not. Use the template below that is already digitally accessible.
Download
Download this accessible Word template. Please use the tools available in Word to create consistent and digitally accessible materials. Follow the best practices shown in the videos below.
Prefer videos to step-by-step instructions? Watch all the Best Practices in Digital Accessibility for Office365 in one place.
Best Practices
Use the individual links below to fine-tune your Word document and make it accessible. These links include step-by-step instructions. If you want to watch all the Office 365 How-to videos by Core Concept, go to the video page. More videos and step-by-step instructions will be coming soon.
Resources
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Contact the Digital Accessibility Team if you have questions, need one-on-one support, or need additional training.
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