If the information conveyed in an infographic is crucial, then it must be made accessible to all viewers. Infographics are a challenge not only for individuals with visually impairments, but also for individuals with cognitive disabilities that make it difficult to follow complex designs or find design elements distracting. Contact CAT at 940-8575 or email us at cat@butler.edu if you need assistance with creating accessible infographics.
This is an overview of the elements that require special consideration when creating infographics. Please review one of the Additional Resources for detailed instructions on any of the following:
WebAIM: Example of an accessible infographic
Eight examples of how a screen reader will interact with an accessible infographic.
For this infographic, students created an alternative version. The alternative version is written as a long text or transcript of the original. The images used on this infographic are decorative; had the images contained additional information, descriptions of the various images would have also been included in the alternative version. The accessible version also employs correct use of headings and lists.
Creating Accessible Infographics
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