Structure and Language
Use one H1, sequential H2 and H3 headings, short paragraphs, and meaningful link labels. Explain specialist terms at first use.
Methodology · Inclusive Publishing
Content Accessibility Across Formats
Accessibility is built into text structure, images, video, and documents before publication rather than added at the end.
At a glance
Why this guide matters
Clear hierarchy, descriptive alt text, captions, transcripts, and text-based PDFs make one resource usable in different ways.
Material status
This is an editorial guide for the initiative’s development version. It explains an approach and does not replace professional medical, legal or financial advice.
Practical route
Three steps for responsible work
Begin with context, record decisions and preserve each person’s right to revisit the terms.
Images and Video
Give meaningful images alt text of 8–20 words. Provide video captions in the original language and English, together with a full transcript.
Documents and Review
PDF files should have a text layer, completed metadata, and a logical structure. Review new material against the accessibility checklist before publication.
Working checklist
What to check before moving on
- Maintain a sequential page heading hierarchy.
- Write descriptive alt text without introductory clichés.
- Add captions and a full transcript to video.
- Publish PDF files with an accessible text layer.
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FAQ
Common questions
What should alt text describe?
It briefly conveys the image's meaningful content in page context without beginning with 'image shows'.
What does a video resource require?
It needs captions in the original language and English, an accurate transcript, and a clear text description.
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