Checking Word file accessibility

Checking Word file accessibility

Many writing programs (including Microsoft Word) have a built-in accessibility checker. This tool will provide a list of potential issues that you can address to make your content accessible. 

Run the checker in Word by selecting File > Info > Check for Issues > Check Accessibility.

Review the results, and fix issues as necessary.

The Australian Government guidelines recommend that PDFs or printed reports be made available in other formats such as HTML.

Reminder. Accessibility is about the needs of your audience, not about ticking off every item in an accessibility checker. Use your judgment about making the suggested changes from the checker – you may have dealt with a particular issue in a different way that makes the content just as accessible.

However, also remember that passing the built-in accessibility checker does not necessarily mean that your content complies with accessibility guidelines.

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