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Images
Include alt text on images
Provide long descriptions for complex images
Avoid images of text when possible
Graphics used as links and buttons need accessible names
Headings
Use meaningful heading structure
Semantics and Structure
Use meaningful heading structure
Iframes need meaningful titles
Emphasize and mark up text semantically
Provide text-based clues to help users perceive content
Use list elements for grouping content
Video and Multimedia
Provide transcripts for audio/video-only content
Provide audio descriptions for time-based media
Provide captions for synchronized media and live events
Let users pause/stop/hide animation
Readability
Use plain and clear language
Visual Design
Ensure text and controls have enough color contrast
Don't use color alone to convey information
Avoid images of text when possible
Links
Provide descriptive link text
Links should open in the same tab/window
Graphics used as links and buttons need accessible names
Tables
Provide a caption on tables
Add header cells to tables
Animation
Let users pause/stop/hide animation
Avoid flashing web content
Navigation
Help content on multiple pages occurs in the same position