PDF’s are something that we all struggle to make accessible and can be problematic. While Adobe have done great work adding in features to support us making accessible PDF’s there is still a huge amount out there that are not accessible either because they are legacy PDF’s or an organisation’s processes do not support the creation of accessible PDF.
To help you in your efforts to make your PDF’s accessible, a requirement of WCAG, we are launching two new services:
- PDF assessments: we can check your PDF for accessibility in line with WCAG 1.0 and with a screen reader. Results will be delivered in a report together with suggested amendments. This is a great way to get practical advice on fixing not just the PDF we assess but PDF’s in general - lessons learnt can then be rolled out throughout other PDF’s in the site.
- PDF fixing: We can take existing PDF’s, identify any accessibility issues and fix them for you. This is great for if you have important content such as annual reports.
Costs and timescales will vary according to the size and complexity of the PDF but we will endeavour to do what we can to fit with you. If you’re interested in booking one of the above services drop us an email at webaccess@rnib.org.uk, attaching the PDF(s) you need testing or fixing together with your timescales. We’ll then get back to you with a proposal and schedule the work.
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