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.
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Assistive technology - iOS
In this chapter we discuss the accessibility features of the iOS operating system.
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Assistive technology - Android
This chapter discuss the accessibility features that come bundled with the Android operating system.
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Screen readers
In this chapter we will introduce the main characteristics of screen readers.
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Screen readers - Windows
This chapter presents the screen readers using the Microsoft Windows operating system.
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Screen readers – MacOS
In this chapter we discuss VoiceOver, which is the screen reader built into the macOS operating system.
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Screen readers – iOS
This chapter presents the VoiceOver screen reader for iOS.
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Screen readers – Android
This chapter introduces the TalkBack screen reader for Android.
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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.
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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.
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Plain language
This chapter explains the basic rules to create easy-to-read and easy-to-understand language.
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- European standards on easy to read information
- Example brochure "From institutions to community living" (FRA):