Adobe Acrobat Pro: PDF Accessibility Essentials
Introduction to the Acrobat Pro Accessibility Training
Understanding Digital Accessibility and the SGQRI 008-02 Standard
Explore the fundamentals of web accessibility, legal requirements (including the SGQRI 008-02 standard), and the tools available in Adobe Acrobat Pro to ensure your PDF documents are compliant and inclusive.
Enhancing PDF Accessibility
- Structure reading order and tab sequence
- Ensure proper pagination and document traceability
- Add accessible bookmarks and links
- Correctly tag tables (simple and complex)
- Add alternative text to images and logos
- Manage page insertion or removal without affecting accessibility
Implementing Accessible Interactivity
- Configure interactive elements (forms, buttons)
- Ensure JavaScript compatibility with screen readers
Essential Tools for Validation and Compliance
- Acrobat’s built-in Accessibility Check tool
- PDF Accessibility Checker (PAC)
- Color Contrast Analyser (CCA)
- Screen readers (e.g., NVDA)