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According to the latest screen reader survey by WebAIM (run in December 2023 and January 2024) only 34.6% of screen reader users think that web content has become more accessible. That's down from 39% in the previous survey. Surprised? What is going wrong? Thoughts please. #uxdesign #accessibility #contentmanagement #userneeds #websitedevelopment #designforgood #designforhumans

Welcome to your digital accessibility Tuesday Tip! These tips are meant to guide you toward accessible habits. Today's tip provides guidance on how to add alternative text to images posted on Instagram. Visit the DAO Alternative Text resource guide (linked at the end of this post) for information on how to write sufficient alt text. How to add Alt Text to a new photo on Instagram: Step 1: Select a photo from your library or shoot one in the app. Step 2: Select "Next" and then "Advanced Settings." Step 3: Under the "Accessibility" option, Select "Write Alt Text." Step 4: Select "Share" to post your photo. How to change or add alt text to a photo you've already shared: Step 1: Select a photo on you profile. Above your photo, select the three-dot menu. Step 2: Select "Edit." Step 3: On the photo itself, there will be an option to "Edit Alt Text." Step 4: Once you add or edit the alt text, select "Done" to save your changes. Link to the DAO Alternative Text resource guide: https://lnkd.in/gfM_uP6r #AccessibleSocialMedia #DigitalAccessibility #TuesdayTips #InstagramAltText #CUBoulder

Ensuring your website is accessible means everyone, regardless of ability, can navigate and interact with your content effectively. Start by implementing keyboard navigation, ensuring all interactive elements can be accessed without a mouse. Use clear, descriptive alt text for images to assist screen readers. Additionally, maintain high contrast between text and background colors to improve readability. Make your website welcoming to all users. Implement these accessibility features today and enhance user experience for everyone. #WebAccessibility #InclusiveDesign #DigitalInclusivity

In-Page Links for Content Navigation🧭 In-page links, often embedded in the table of contents, help users navigate to specific content sections on the same page. While research showed increased user familiarity with the design pattern, carefully consider content structures before implementation. #uxdesign #content design #uiuxdesign Read article https://lnkd.in/dhHeNKGZ

The simplest accessibility fix that any site editor can achieve is making website hyperlinks descriptive. This small change will have a great impact on your site visitors that use a screen reader. By simply avoiding writing things like ‘click here’ or 'read more', you'll give your users context as to where they will be directed on your platform. Read our guide to inclusive links for more advice: https://zurl.co/RBRV You can also have your user experience checked by taking a free test on us: https://zurl.co/Hr1F #A11y #Accessibility #InclusiveDesign #DigitalAccessibility #Communications #WebDesign #WebDevelopment #Developer #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityRights #DisabilityAdvocate

Adding heading levels on websites and within documents aids with digital accessibility. Using structured heading levels enables users of assistive technology to be able to navigate your platform, whilst they also help with styling clear and consistent, user-friendly content. Learn more about the use of heading levels: https://zurl.co/LyCV #A11y #Accessibility #DigitalAccessibility #WebDesign #WebDevelopment #DisabilityInclusion #InclusiveDesign

Are you doing everything you can to make sure your products and services are accessible for users? Here are three things that content designers need to consider. #a11y #accessibility

HELP! I'm teaching a class at the Alberta University of Art and Design next week, and I need a *struggling* site to use as an example for the students to fix up. Here's what we're doing: 1. I walk through an introduction to conversion copywriting 2. In a series of exercises, we work to identify potential issues and opportunities, from mining reviews to improving headlines, body copy, overall UX. The ideal 'bad' site... 1. Is a product or service with potential to benefit multiple diverse audiences. My previous example was a mobile tire swapping company, and we could identify segments with different needs/reasons to buy (e.g. parents with small kids, elderly folks, downtown dwellers, etc.) 2. Has a site with significant issues/opportunities for improvement vs. a site that has already been heavily reworked and optimized. I'd LOVE your suggestions for a site we could focus on!

Are People Really Reading Your Content? 🤔 Studies show people scan web pages in an F-shaped pattern —especially when they face a wall of text with little formatting. Why? They want to find answers fast. Most users don’t have the time or interest to read every word. As someone with dyslexia, I avoid heavy blocks of text. Clear, visual formatting with bullet points and headings makes reading enjoyable. Monday Top Tip: Make your content scannable for all, including neurodiverse readers! Want more on this? Read NNG Group's study. https://lnkd.in/eXdFWDkK

Color is a powerful tool for creating a visual hierarchy on your website. This involves using colors strategically to guide visitors through the content. Bold and contrasting colors can be employed to highlight crucial elements such as calls-to-action (CTAs), encouraging users to take specific actions. Muted colors, on the other hand, can be utilized for background elements, allowing essential information to stand out.