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Is Your Website Accessible? 5 Common Issues to Check
A well-designed website should be usable for everyone. Here are five common accessibility issues to check:
- Color contrast
Light grey text on a white background may look clean, but is hard to read for many users. Always use clear contrast, such as dark text on a light background.
- Inaccessible PDFs
PDFs can be difficult to read if they are missing tags, image descriptions, or a clear reading order. Consider providing accessible PDFs with proper tagging and descriptions, or a similar webpage (HTML version) for easier access.
- Images without descriptions
A photo of a campus event without alt text leaves some users with no context. Add simple descriptions like “Students attending CUHK workshop”.
- Unclear headings and structure
A long page with bold text instead of proper headings makes it hard to scan. Use clear section titles (e.g.“Overview”, “Steps”).
- Missing form labels
A form with blank input boxes can confuse users. Always label fields clearly (e.g.“Email address”).
For official guidelines in Hong Kong, refer to the: Web Accessibility Handbook by the Digital Policy Office.
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