Writing for Web Accessibility - Use Meaningful Structure

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Questions and Answers

What percentage of people have some type of disability?

25%

15%

20% (correct)

10%

What is the primary purpose of using accessibility content writing guidelines?

To ensure better search engine optimization

To make content available to all users, regardless of individual capabilities (correct)

To increase website loading speed

To improve user engagement

What is the purpose of properly formatted content?

To facilitate keyboard navigation and provide a clear understanding of the page's information structure (correct)

To increase ad revenue

To make the content more visually appealing

To decrease page loading time

What do headings provide for users without vision loss?

A way to quickly scan content for titles or headings Signup and view all the answers

What do headings provide for users with visual impairments?

A way to use a screen reader to list all headings on a page Signup and view all the answers

Why are headings especially beneficial for people with intellectual disabilities?

Because they provide an outline of the content and help users understand the page's hierarchy Signup and view all the answers

What should good headings summarize?

The content underneath, but not including the complete content Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if there isn't more to say about a heading?

Consider other formatting for the content Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of reorganizing the content about Dreamforce 2022 schedule?

To make it easier to understand and navigate Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using headings and subheadings in content organization?

To help readers quickly determine the scope of information on the page Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using lists in content organization?

It helps readers follow a sequence of steps Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of using a numbered list in the instructions on how to register for Dreamforce Sessions?

It helps readers remember where they were in the process Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using tables in content organization?

To organize and display data Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of specifying link labels in accessible content?

It clearly and uniquely describes each link target Signup and view all the answers

What is the main idea of using structural elements in content organization?

To make the content more accessible to all users, including those with disabilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of reorganizing the content about Dreamforce 2022 schedule using headings and subheadings?

It becomes easier to understand and navigate Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of using accessible tables in content organization?

It ensures that the table is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the next step in making content more accessible after addressing the basic principles of headings, lists, tables, and link labels?

To use language to increase accessibility of the content Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Importance of Writing with Accessibility in Mind

Approximately 20% of people have some type of vision loss, hearing loss, or physical, speech, cognitive, or neurological disabilities.
Ensuring accessibility content writing guidelines provides the same level of meaning for all users, regardless of individual capabilities.

Importance of Structure

Properly formatted content with structural elements helps users quickly understand the scope of information and facilitates keyboard navigation.
Structural elements increase accessibility and provide an outline of the content.

Headings

Headings provide a logical structure, enabling users to quickly scan content for titles or headings.
Headings summarize the content underneath, but don’t include the complete content.
Best practices for headings include using a logical heading structure, summarizing content underneath, and not including complete content in headings.

Lists

Lists are a great way to organize multiple points and help readers follow a sequence of steps.
Properly structured lists enable users to quickly identify information as belonging to a list, identify the number of items in the list, and easily identify where they are when performing steps.
Best practices for lists include organizing multiple points, helping readers follow a sequence of steps, and enabling users to identify information as belonging to a list.

Tables

Tables are a great way to organize and display data.
Features of accessible tables include link labels.
Link labels clearly and uniquely describe each link target, enabling screen reader users to list the links on a web page.

Summary

Using structural elements, such as headings, lists, tables, and link labels, to organize and present information greatly improves the accessibility of content.
Addressing these basic principles ensures greater accessibility of content to all users, including those with disabilities.