Documents are the backbone of teaching and campus operations, but a confusing document is an inaccessible one. We are excited to announce the launch of our updated, comprehensive guides for creating and remediating accessible files in Google Docs using the Grackle Docs add-on!
These resources are designed to help you build better, clearer content from the ground up, ensuring every student has equal access to information, regardless of their technology.
What You’ll Learn: Structure, Text, and Visuals
Documents rely heavily on structure for screen reader users to navigate. Our new resources break down exactly what you need to focus on:
- Building a Solid Foundation: Learn why using proper Headings (Heading 1, Heading 2, etc.) is the most important step you can take. Headings act like a GPS for screen readers, providing essential context and flow.
- Visuals & Alt Text: Get clear guidance on writing descriptive Alternative Text for images, charts, and drawings, and how to correctly mark purely decorative images as artifacts using Grackle Docs.
- Text Readability: Tips on avoiding common issues like low color contrast, excessive capitalization, and using lists and hyperlinks that are easily understood by assistive technology.
- Grackle Docs Walkthrough: A complete, step-by-step guide on how to launch the Grackle Docs checker, interpret its report, and use its guided fixes to achieve a passing score.
Ready to Fix Your Files?
You can start improving your document accessibility right now by checking out the new guides below:
Together, we can ensure the documents we create are clear, concise, and accessible for everyone in our community.