From: How to Make an Accessible Document in Microsoft Word

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Learn how to add headings and formatting to a document so assistive technology can infer meaning from the document structure and formatted characters using built-in styles.

Related Documents Video Series Modules

• Module 0: Introduction & Background
• Module 1: Save as a Word Document (.docx) with a Descriptive Filename
• Module 2: Use Styles to Create Headings
• Module 3: Use Built-in Features to Create Lists
• Module 4: Use Built-in Features to Organize Content
• Module 5: Use Built-in Features to Create Layout and Data Tables
• Module 6: Identify Distinct Languages
• Module 7: Create Unambiguous Names for Links
• Module 8: Duplicate Vital Information in Headers, Footers and Watermarks
• Module 9: Create Accessible Images and Other Objects
• Module 10: Create Accessible Textboxes
• Module 11: Use Color and Other Sensory Characteristics Plus Text to Convey Meaning
• Module 12: Create the Required Color Contrast
• Module 13: Create Accessible Embedded Files

Updated: July 2023