Accessible PowerPoint Presentations Checklist

Fonts

• Try to use font size of 18 point and larger.
• See Font Style and Size in Accessible Word Document tutorial.

Colors

• Use appropriate colour contrast (e.g. black and white);
• Make sure that all information conveyed with colour can also be conveyed without colour;
• For print documents use a matte/non-glossy finish.

Spacing

• Avoid cramming a lot of information onto a slide as it can be confusing and unreadable.

Images

• Set wrapping style of non-text elements as “In line with text”;
• Add alternative text to graphics and images;
• Avoid text boxes and Word Art as they may be inaccessible to screen readers.

Slide Animations and Transitions

• Avoid automatic slide transitions;
• If your slides contain animations, ensure that they are brief and do not distract from the most important content on the page.

Tables

• Use the Insert tab then Table to properly insert
• Use proper Table Headings and check the Header Row check box

Hyperlinks

• Unsure that the Hyperlink has context and describes where it leads
• Avoid using “Click here” or “More info” as a link title

Outline and Notes Panels

• Place the slides in a logical order in the Outline Panel;
• Avoid placing image or chart descriptions in the Notes Panel.

Embedded Audio or Video

• If your presentation has embedded audio or video you should include text transcripts and/or captions.