Universal Design for Web

Do's and Don'ts of Making Websites Accessible

Ma. Flordeliza Russell

Design for Low Vision Users

Don't use low-color contrast and small font size.

Do use good color contrast and readable font size.

Don't

hide information within downloads.

Do

make all information available on web pages.

Do

utilize a blend of colors, shapes, and text.

Don't

rely solely on color to convey meaning.

Layout

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Don't disperse content in a scattered manner.

Do adhere to a logical, linear layout.

Design for Users who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Don't present content exclusively in audio or video format.

Do use subtitles or offer transcripts for videos.

Language

Do express in straightforward language.

Don't utilize expressions and idiomatic language.

Layout

VS

Don't disperse content in a scattered manner.

Do adhere to a logical, linear layout.

Don't force users to read lengthy blocks of content.

Do split content with using subheadings, images, and videos.

VS

Do allow users to request for interpreter when scheduling an appointment.

Do not provide just one means of contact like the telephone.

References:

www.uk.gov

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