PowerPoint accessibility secrets for communication professionals
It’s been a while since we visited the topic of inclusive speaking. Because everyone deserves to be part of the conversation, today we tackle making PowerPoint presentations accessible for audience members with disabilities.
Engaging your audience with clear, accessible information demonstrates sound communication principles. To really hit home with everyone, your slides need to be built so they work for people across the board, no matter their situation or what they can do. If you’re giving talks and using PowerPoint, it’s key to know about making your slides accessible. Thinking of sticking to the WCAG rules from the W3C so everyone can follow along easily is a great place to start.
To craft a PowerPoint that everyone can follow, think about what folks with different disabilities might need. What might your audience expect if they have trouble seeing or hearing, find learning challenging, or have difficulty processing information? Stick to the best practices for accessibility, and you’ll make your presentation a breeze to follow and get — whether or not someone’s using assistive technologies like screen readers or screen magnification.
