How to Ensure your PDF Documents are Accessible
PDFs are a common way to share information online, but they can pose challenges for people with disabilities if not properly designed. An accessible PDF ensures everyone, including those with visual, motor, or cognitive impairments, can easily read and interact with the content. In this post, we’ll cover practical steps to make your PDFs more inclusive, from adding alt text to using proper headings, helping you create documents everyone can use.
Debunking Myths Related to Digital Accessibility
You may believe that web accessibility is solely for users with disabilities or that implementing it will be a long and expensive process. However, this is simply not the case. Accessibility features can benefit anyone interacting with your site. It's a simple and cost-effective process that prioritises all users, including your organisation.
Happy Days! The 'Be My Eyes' App Makes Seeing The World a Breeze
Smartphones have made life more accessible in so many ways, especially for blind and low-vision users. In this post, I’m sharing one of my favorite apps, Be My Eyes, and how it helps me navigate daily challenges with the help of sighted volunteers. Plus, with its new AI feature, this app goes above and beyond, making it easier than ever to get quick, accurate descriptions of the world around me.
The Role of Accessibility in Mobile-First Web Design
With so many people using their phones to browse the web, having a mobile-friendly website is a must. But it’s not just about making things look good on small screens— it’s about making sure everyone, including people with disabilities, can use your site easily. In this post, we’ll break down why mobile accessibility matters and share simple tips to make your website more inclusive for all users.
What is an Operable Interface?
An operable interface ensures that users can navigate and interact with websites effectively, regardless of their abilities. This means designing with accessibility in mind, including keyboard navigation, assistive technology compatibility, and clear focus indicators. In this blog, we explain how operability enhances user experience and ensures compliance with WCAG 2.1, making digital content functional for all users.
What is WCAG 2.1?
Wondering what WCAG 2.1 is and why it's important? This blog outlines the key objectives, new features, and compliance levels of WCAG 2.1, helping your website meet legal requirements while enhancing user experience and inclusivity for a broader audience.
The Importance of Adaptable Content in Web Accessibility
Adaptable content is essential for creating accessible websites that cater to users with diverse needs, including those with visual, auditory, cognitive, and motor impairments. It ensures that content can be consumed in various formats, such as screen readers, enlarged text, or alternative media like audio. In this blog, we explore how adaptable content supports assistive technologies, improves user experience for everyone, and meets accessibility standards like WCAG 2.1 to ensure inclusivity and compliance.
5 Ways to Cater to Visual Impairments Through Accessibility Considerations
Struggling to make your website accessible to users with visual impairments? Ensuring inclusivity can be a challenge, but it’s essential for compliance and user satisfaction. This blog outlines five key strategies to help - learn how addressing these common pain points can improve user engagement and create a more accessible digital experience!
How I Coped With Losing My Sight
Losing my sight was a surreal and unexpected experience, and it completely turned my world upside down. In this post, I’ll share what it was like to suddenly lose vision in one eye and the emotional rollercoaster that followed.
How to Write an Effective Accessibility Statement?
An effective accessibility statement is essential for businesses committed to making their digital platforms inclusive for all users, including those with disabilities. It signals your commitment to accessibility and ensures transparency by outlining adherence to standards like WCAG 2.1. This blog explores how to write a clear, actionable accessibility statement, covering your platform’s features, limitations, and providing feedback channels for continuous improvement.
What are Accessibility Statements and Feedback Mechanisms?
Is your website truly accessible? An accessibility statement and feedback mechanism are key to ensuring inclusivity and compliance. Learn how these essential tools can help your business meet legal standards, build trust with users, and continuously improve your digital experience. Discover why transparency and open communication with your audience are vital for creating accessible, user-friendly platforms.
Why is Understandable Content Necessary for Effective Accessibility?
While businesses often concentrate on technical features like screen readers or keyboard navigation, overly complex or unclear content can still exclude users, particularly those with cognitive impairments or language challenges. Even the most technically accessible websites can miss the mark if the content isn’t clear and easy to understand, resulting in poor user engagement, compliance issues, and lost customers. This article discusses why simplifying content is crucial for achieving effective accessibility, especially when conducting accessibility testing.
All Aboard! Travelling on Public Transport with Sight Loss
In this post, Imran, our accessibility tester at Konnektis, shares his experiences of using public transport with sight loss. He discusses challenges like identifying the right bus and out-of-sync train announcements, while offering potential solutions such as audible bus stop announcements and improved accessibility apps. With a few adjustments, public transport could become more inclusive for everyone.
What is Robust Compatibility?
Learn how Robust Compatibility can help ensure your eLearning content works smoothly across various devices and assistive technologies. In this post, we explain why it's essential for accessibility and how following best practices can future-proof your digital content. Discover practical tips to create a more inclusive online experience for all users.
What is User Interface (UI) Design?
User Interface (UI) Design is more than just making digital products look good — it's about creating experiences that everyone can enjoy. In our latest blog post, we explore what UI Design is and why it's crucial for accessibility. Read on to discover how designing with users in mind can aid accessibility and inclusivity.
The Role of Alt Text in Web Accessibility
Discover why alt text is a game-changer for web accessibility and SEO. In this post, we explore how simple text descriptions can make your website more inclusive, boost search engine rankings, and improve user experience. Learn how to craft effective alt text and see how it can transform your digital content. Read on to start implementing your website’s accessibility!
The Importance of Text Alternatives in Web Accessibility
In this blog post we explain the importance of perceivable content in digital accessibility, emphasising how effective text alternatives, such as alt text for images and captions for videos, ensure that all users, including those with disabilities, can access and engage with information.
Forming Good Habits: Creating Accessible Forms
Learn how to design accessible web forms that are easy to navigate for screen reader users. This guide covers common form accessibility mistakes and provides practical solutions for creating WCAG-compliant forms.
Navigating Accessibility: How to Design Keyboard-Friendly Digital Content
This blog post offers practical tips for designing digital content that is keyboard-friendly, highlighting its crucial role in ensuring inclusivity and meeting Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards.
Enhancing eLearning Inclusion: The Importance of Animation Accessibility Awareness in Storyline
As digital devices and services become increasingly intertwined with our professional and personal lives, so does the importance of engaging, accessible and scaleable ways of learning.