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Accessibility Tips for Powerpoint

• Use the Microsoft Accessibility Checker to find and address the following potential accessibility barriers:

  • Ensure that each slide has a title and that each title is unique.

  • Confirm the correct reading order for each slide.

  • Add descriptive alternative text to images, including SmartArt and equations.

  • Ensure high color contrast between the text and any background colors used.

  • Define header cells for tables.

  • Eliminate split and merged cells in tables.

  • In addition, review your document manually and address the following:

  • Ensure that bulleted and numbered lists are correctly formatted.

  • Use descriptive link text for content that will be viewed online. If material will be printed, provide shortened links and disable hyperlinks. QR codes are also acceptable but don’t forget to add alternative text.