Start Creating Your Word File
- Document
- Blank Characters
- Do not useÌýblank spaces for formatting purposes. For example, multiple carriage returns, and the use of tabs and spaces to align text. Using these will create reading issues for non-sighted users.
- Fonts
- Ensure that font size is sufficient, aroundÌý12 points.
- Use one of the recommended fonts:
- Times New Roman
- Verdana
- Arial
- Tahoma
- Helvetica
- Calibri
- Text
- Do not useÌýflashing, flickering or animated text
- Text is easy to read.ÌýThere is sufficient contrast.
- Do not use colorÌýto emphasize the importance of selected text.
Please Note: If, after reviewing these tools, you still have questions about the web accessibility procedures, you may contact yourÌýWeb Content ManagerÌýor the SED Help Desk. You may also submit your question to theÌý.