Tips+for+Making+Accessible+Websites

For the able-bodied person designing a website, some very important details may be left out. Unless the web designer is educated about the huge barrier of web accessibility, the designer will be leaving out a big audience who will not be able to access or accurately use the site. It is important to keep in mind certain tips and trick when designing websites for everyone to use. According to David J. Bertuca, at the University at Buffalo, some things to keep in mind when designing web pages are: Web page design does not have to be boring and plain. The site should be designed so that content is the focus of the page and the content is well written and clear. The author of the website should make sure that font sizes are clear and consistently used throughout the page. It is also very useful to graphics, videos, and sounds sparingly, which will also help the page load more quickly as well. Another very important consideration is text and background color. Web page designers should use colors that contrast well, to make viewing the site easier. According to the MIT Adaptive Technology Information Center, you should check your web page regularly for accessibility problems. While there are many aspects to consider when designing a web page, a designer should put him or herself in the shoes of a disabled person in order to check to see how their site not only looks, but how accessible it is. To find out more about how to best create a fully accessible web page, use the links below to read more. David J. Bertuca, from the Univesity at Buffalo: [] MIT Adaptive Technology Information Center: []
 * Tips for Creating Accessible Websites**
 * Web pages should be accessible to everyone.
 * Web pages should be able to be accessed by every computer despite age of computer, internet speed, etc.
 * Good and easily accessed pages will increase user traffic.
 * Making your site accessible is morally right and the law!