Microsoft has launched a new feature to facilitate the creation of accessible content on SharePoint pages. The new Accessibility Assistant provides content creators with tools to check and improve the accessibility of their pages in real-time. This is an important update to ensure that content is welcoming and accessible to all users.
Easy Activation and Real-Time Checks
The Accessibility Assistant is easy to activate. By opening a page in edit mode and selecting the Accessibility Assistant in the toolbar, users can quickly get an overview of the page's accessibility status. The assistant identifies areas in need of improvement and highlights which parts of the content already meet accessibility standards.
Comprehensive Coverage and Insights
The feature covers several key elements on pages, such as text, image, and link web parts. It provides specific feedback on common accessibility challenges, such as page structure, alt text, and contrast levels. By clicking on identified issues, users can easily navigate to and address them using the provided recommendations.
Availability and Access
This new feature will be available globally from the beginning of February 2025 and is expected to be fully rolled out by the end of the month. Microsoft also plans to make the Accessibility Assistant available in other products in the future.
For more information on how to use the SharePoint Pages Authoring Accessibility Assistant, visit Microsoft's support site.
This update is a step forward in Microsoft's efforts to make technology more inclusive and accessible for everyone. We look forward to seeing how our customers use this tool to create more inclusive content. Do you have questions or need more information? Please feel free to contact us!
