Quick tips to make accessible websites

See the complete guidelines at www.w3.org/wai

• Images & Animations Use the alt attribute to describe the function of all visuals.
• Image Maps Use client-side MAP and text link for hotspots.
• Multimedia Provide captioning and transcripts of audio, descriptions of video, and accessible versions when inaccessible formats are used.
• Hypertext Links Use text that makes sense when read out of context. No "Click here".

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  • Page Organization Use headings, lists, and consistent structure. Use CSS for layout and style.
  • Graphs & Charts Summarize or use the longdesc attribute.
  • Scripts, Applets, & Plug-ins Provide alternative pages in case active content is inaccessible or unsupported.
  • Frames Label with the title or name attribute.
  • Tables Make line by line reading sensible. Provide a Summary. Avoid using tables for column layout.
  • Check your work Validate the HTML. Use evaluation tools and text-only browser to verify accessibility.

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  Click here for an image of the printed layout in 9 point font as seen thru FrameMaker.