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THE FIELD GUIDE

Plan an accessible document project

Start with the audience and source material, then specify the finished formats and checks.

Choose the right delivery format

Ask whether HTML, an accessible document or several formats best suit the audience and task. Keep the information usable without requiring a particular proprietary app where feasible.

Provide source files and an inventory

Count pages and files, identify Word, PowerPoint, PDF or EPUB formats, and flag tables, forms, diagrams, scans and multilingual content. Original editable files can make remediation more effective.

Scope structure and meaning

Discuss headings, reading order, links, tables, form controls, alternative text and meaningful navigation. Explain who can approve content changes and supply descriptions for complex visuals.

Distinguish remediation from plain language

Document accessibility, Easy Read, Easy English and plain-language work are different services. Ask which are included, how audience needs are understood and whether users will validate the result.

Agree validation and maintenance

Ask how the finished files will be checked, what issues remain and what evidence is delivered. Include accessible templates and training if your team will publish more documents later.