Design for accessibility best practices & guidelines

5 Simple Tips for Designing for Accessibility

• Use Clear and Simple Language - Write in simple, easy-to-understand language. Avoid jargon, use short sentences, and be clear with instructions.

• Ensure Sufficient Color Contrast - Make sure text has enough contrast with its background to be readable by users with vision impairments. Use contrast checkers to verify accessibility.

• Design for Keyboard Navigation - Ensure your site or app is fully navigable using a keyboard. Users should be able to interact with all elements using the Tab key and Enter key.

• Provide Text Alternatives (Alt Text) - Add descriptive alt text to all images, videos, and other media to help users with screen readers understand the content.

• Make Interactive Elements Easy to Find - Ensure buttons, links, and form fields are clearly labeled, large enough to interact with, and easy to navigate, especially for users with motor impairments.