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    Tag: Microsoft Word

    Don't use alt text for screenshots of tables

    Don’t Use Alt Text for Screenshots of Tables: Best Practices for Table Accessibility

    Today’s post explores best practices for table accessibility. One common mistake in accessibility is using alt text for screenshots of tables instead of live text.…

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    Shawn Jordison November 4, 2024
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    How to create accessible math using MathPix Snip

    How to Create Accessible Math Using MathPix Snip

    Accessibility in digital documents is essential for inclusivity, particularly when working with complex content such as mathematical equations. Today’s post outlines the process of creating…

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    Shawn Jordison October 25, 2024
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    How to apply and modify lists for MS Word

    How to Apply and Modify Lists in Microsoft Word

    Using lists effectively is essential for organizing information clearly and ensuring accessibility in Microsoft Word. Today’s post explains how to apply and modify numbered and…

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    Shawn Jordison October 23, 2024
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    Text boxes in MS Word are not accessible

    Don’t Use Text Boxes in Microsoft Word

    Text boxes in Microsoft Word are a common feature, often used to place content freely within a document. However, they pose significant challenges to accessibility,…

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    Shawn Jordison October 21, 2024
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    How to make charts and graphs accessible in MS Word and PDF

    How To Make Charts and Graphs Accessible in MS Word and PDF

    Charts and graphs are essential tools for data visualization in Microsoft products, but they are inherently inaccessible to screen readers, posing a challenge for visually…

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    Shawn Jordison September 4, 2024
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    How to make tables accessible in Word for Section 508 compliance

    How to Make Tables Accessible in MS Word | Section 508 for Word

    In today’s post, we’re diving into table accessibility in Microsoft Word, to make your documents compliant with Section 508 standards. This guide covers the essential…

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    Shawn Jordison August 19, 2024
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    How to create and customize headings in MS Word.

    How to Create and Customize Headings in MS Word

    In today’s post, we’re tackling how to create and customize headings. This skill is essential not only for aesthetic document presentation but also for making…

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    Shawn Jordison July 24, 2024
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    How to use patterns, headings, lists, and symbols in MS Word to meet Section 508 accessibility standards.

    How to Use Patterns, Headings, Lists, and Symbols to Show Emphasis | Section 508 for Word

    In today’s post, we explore the importance of using patterns, headings, lists, and symbols to show emphasis in Microsoft Word documents to meet accessibility standards.…

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    Shawn Jordison July 22, 2024
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    How to Insert Footnotes | Section 508 for MS Word

    How to Insert Footnotes in Microsoft Word | Section 508 for Word

    In today’s post, we’re exploring the powerful world of footnotes and how to seamlessly insert them using the Insert Footnote option in Microsoft Word. This…

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    Shawn Jordison July 1, 2024
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    How to use the list feature in MS Word to ensure your lists are Section 508 compliant

    How To Use the List Feature in MS Word | Section 508 for Word

    In today’s post we learn how to use the list feature in Microsoft Word to ensure your documents are accessible and compliant with Section 508…

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    Shawn Jordison June 26, 2024
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