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PowerPoint Accessibility Checker (MacOS)

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Why It is Important to Use the Accessibility Checker

The Microsoft Accessibility Checker is a valuable tool for creating accessible content. It identifies potential issues that may make it difficult for people with disabilities to access or understand your material. By using this tool, you can proactively address problems such as missing alt text on images or incorrect reading order. It also provides helpful suggestions to fix these issues, ensuring your content is usable and inclusive for a wider audience.

How to Get Started with the Accessibility Checker in PowerPoint on macOS

  1. Open the PowerPoint presentation you want to check.
  2. Click the "Review" tab at the top of the window.
Select "Review" tab from at the top of the Power Point.
  1. Select "Check Accessibility" from the available options.
The Microsoft review ribbon.
  1. If there are any issues, the "Accessibility Report" will appear.
The accessibility checker report with issues that should be fixed.

 

  1. The "Inspection Results" panel will display a list of issues, organized into errors, warnings, and tips.
  2. To review and fix issues, select a category, choose an item, and follow the suggested steps to make the content accessible.
PowerPoint slide with a person smiling. With a one next to the selected slide and image and a two next to the Southern New Hampshire Logo because of the issue.
  1. The report also provides helpful suggestions to guide you in fixing each issue.
Tips to fix the issue from the accessibility checker.
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