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The SDM Show

Episode 427: Document Accessibility With Colleen Gratzer

Jun 20, 2024
Colleen Gratzer, an expert in document accessibility, discusses the importance of making documents accessible, tools for accessibility checks, proper design practices, color contrast challenges, and the significance of document accessibility across various industries.
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Quick takeaways

  • Document accessibility is crucial for reaching a broader audience, especially those with disabilities.
  • Proper color contrast and font choices are essential to enhance readability for individuals with visual impairments.

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Accessibility in Documents and Websites

Accessibility for websites has gained more attention due to lawsuits, but document accessibility is often overlooked. There is a misconception that PDFs are not accessible, leading to neglect in ensuring documents are accessible. With the increase in lawsuits related to website accessibility, the focus is now shifting towards making documents accessible too.

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