Ensuring digital accessibility is important, and various tools and settings are available to improve the browsing experience. Visitors are encouraged to utilize built-in accessibility features and assistive technologies that best suit their needs.
For Visitors Who Have Difficulty Seeing Web Pages
- Screen readers can be used to have content read aloud.
- Keyboard navigation can help move through web pages without a mouse.
- Text size and contrast settings can be adjusted in most browsers and devices.
- Screen magnification tools can enhance visibility.
- Background and text colors can often be customized for better readability.
- Mouse pointers can be made more visible for easier navigation.
These tips were provided by the US Social Security Administration
For Visitors Using Mouse and Keyboard Alternatives
BrowseAloud is a browser plug-in for people who find it difficult to read online. By reading text aloud and highlighting the words as they are spoken, BrowseAloud can help people with learning disabilities, English as a second language, and mild visual impairments:
For Visitors Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
- Closed Captioning – Closed captioning on videos allows all users to experience the presentation by overlaying real-time visual transcripts of the audio track over the video. Learn how to turn closed captioning on and off in YouTube.
- Volume Controls – Every device such as a computer, tablet, or mobile device has the ability to adjust the volume. Additionally, videos and audio presentations have their own individual volume controls within their media players. Adjusting both your device’s volume and your media player’s volume can make the listening experience more enjoyable.
Need Additional Assistance?
If the recommendations above do not meet your needs, please contact us for assistance.
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