Non-HTML content—like documents, presentations, and forms—are often created, published as PDFs, and uploaded to public-facing web spaces without accessibility in mind. These non-HTML digital resources can pose formidable accessibility barriers to people with disabilities when they are not designed accessibly.
15.4% of adults in the United States have cognitive and/or vision disabilities. This translates to over 36 million people.
In a recent world-wide survey of screen-reader users, over 75% of people indicate that PDFs are either somewhat or very likely to pose significant accessibility barriers.
Help Articles on Accessibility for Non-HTML Content
The following help articles will guide you through the accessibility principles and best practices you should consider when creating and repairing non-HTML content with noted accessibility barriers.
Creating Accessible Documents and Forms
Remediating Inaccessible Documents and Forms
Please note that Adobe Acrobat Pro is typically required in order to generate fully accessible PDFs. Departments may purchase Adobe Acrobat Pro by submitting a software installation request.
If you have any additional questions regarding digital accessibility for public-facing digital resources at PSU, please email help-accessibility@pdx.edu or submit a Digital Accessibility Support ticket.