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Assistive technology

This chapter explains what assistive technology is and how it improves the lives of many people.

Assistive technology – Windows

This chapter presents the accessibility features that come bundled with the Microsoft Windows operating system.

Assistive technology – MacOS

In this chapter we discuss the accessibility features of the macOS operating system.

Assistive technology – iOS

In this chapter we discuss the accessibility features of the iOS operating system.

Assistive technology – Android

This chapter discuss the accessibility features that come bundled with the Android operating system.

Screen readers

In this chapter we will introduce the main characteristics of screen readers.

Screen readers – Windows

This chapter presents the screen readers using the Microsoft Windows operating system.

Screen readers – MacOS

In this chapter we discuss VoiceOver, which is the screen reader built into the macOS operating system.

Screen readers – iOS

This chapter presents the VoiceOver screen reader for iOS.

Screen readers – Android

This chapter introduces the TalkBack screen reader for Android.

Fonts, sizes and colours

The selection of a font can have a major influence on the readability of the publications. In this chapter we will review the characteristics of the different families of fonts.

Alternative text

An alternative text provides a textual alternative to images in electronic publications. This chapter shows how to design a good alternative text.

Text transcripts, captions and sign language

These accessibility solutions are designed to support people with auditory impairments. This chapter presents their main characteristics.

Plain language

This chapter explains the basic rules to create easy-to-read and easy-to-understand language.