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How Does a Screen Reader Work? What’s its Role in Web and PDF Accessibility?
A screen reader is software primarily used by blind or visually impaired people who are unable to see content displayed on a computer monitor.
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Navigating the European Accessibility Act: Why Software Companies Need a Strong Accessibility Roadmap
As the European Accessibility Act (EAA) approaches its 2025 implementation deadline, software companies must take proactive steps to ensure compliance.
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Mastering the HTML tabindex Attribute for Enhanced Web Accessibility
When creating accessible web pages, the best principle to keep in mind is that standard HTML elements are fully accessible by default. This is a…
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Understanding the European Accessibility Act: Why U.S. Companies Must Prepare for 2025 Compliance
The European Accessibility Act (EAA), set to take effect in June 2025, is a significant regulatory framework designed…
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The Cost of Digital Accessibility: A Comprehensive Guide for Organizations
Navigating the complexities of budgeting for digital accessibility can be daunting for many teams. Without a clear understanding of what is required or how to…
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Differences and Similarities in Structural & Accessibility Standards in Digital Documents
Scope of this Article The Structural check tests against the PDF creation standard, ISO 32000. While ISO 32000 mentions accessibility functionality in PDF, it is…
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What are Accessible Textbooks and How Do You Make Them?
Accessible textbooks are essential learning aids for students of all ages with disabilities. Students with disabilities require access to the same information as their peers;…
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What is a Braille Printer/Embosser? Why is it So Important in Accessibility?
The ability to read and write Braille is essential for people who are blind or visually impaired to communicate effectively. To create a Braille document, you must…
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What is PDF/UA and Why is it Important?
PDF/UA is an accessibility standard that sets requirements and guidelines to ensure that PDF documents are accessible to all audiences. The acronym stands for Portable…
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5 Things to Consider Before Hiring an Alternative Format Accessibility Vendor
Vendors of accessibility services can provide excellent solutions that help you meet legal obligations without the need for your own infrastructure. This is especially true…
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