How to Design for Accessibility
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Over 1 billion people (15% of the world's population) have a disability (or two or more) and yet, most of the internet is still inaccessible to those who use assistive technology to access the web. Accessibility has become an increasingly important issue. It's crucial that websites and apps are accessible to everyone, regardless of their abilities. And as UX designers,?it's our responsibility to ensure that our designs are inclusive and user-friendly for all.
In our upcoming Master Class,?Introduction to Digital Accessibility?with Accessibility Research Manager at Fable , Elana Chapman , you’ll learn about best practices, including different types of assistive technology and how to leverage tools to test accessibility for your website or product.
Join us as we explore the world of accessibility in UX design and learn how to create products that are accessible, inclusive, and easy to use for everyone!
What is Accessibility?
Accessibility is the concept of whether a product or service can be?used by everyone—however they encounter it. Accessibility laws exist to aid people with disabilities, but designers should try to accommodate all potential users in many contexts of use anyway. To do so has firm benefits—notably better designs for all.
?Learn more about accessibility in this article.
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2 年Thnks for the interesting article. I've just closed an EU funded project called INDIMO where we involved end-users in the design of tools, methods and an online service evaluation related with digital accessibility of mobility and delivery services. Please feel free to check it out. Deep Blue we're open to develop new services, projects, training tools and initiatives with new partners. ?? WEBSITE www.indimoproject.eu TOOLBOX www.spet.indimoproject.eu
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2 年Very useful. Thanks for sharing!
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2 年I am sensitive to the issue; my brother is blind and gets up and goes to work every day. Danny has managed to as an adult cope. I am on board with anything we can do to make his life better.
UX Desiger
2 年noted, I learn this now ??