The number one accessibility error we see with PDF documents is “missing document title” and we have an EASY fix! State the document title in the document properties of the original document (such as Word or PowerPoint) BEFORE saving it as PDF. ️How To Do It Start every document by applying the Title as soon […]

The University’s brand website was significantly updated and reorganized this summer. A significant change — a SharePoint site now houses downloadable UConn assets (wordmarks, website guidelines, etc.). If you have questions (like, What’s a brand?), you can now request a training from University Communications. Visit brand.uconn.edu to find information about compliance with visual identity standards, […]

Starting September 2, ITS will implement a new policy to help reduce the number of inactive SharePoint sites, which pose potential security risks. Microsoft will monitor activity across connected platforms like Teams and Exchange to identify inactive sites. If a site shows no activity for six months, owners will receive notifications to confirm its status. […]

One of the most effective ways to improve accessibility is to use headings to structure content. Proper heading structure helps screen readers and keyboard users understand the layout and flow of your content — whether it’s on a webpage or in a document. How to Apply It: On web pages, use headings (H1, H2, H3, etc.) […]

One of the simplest and most impactful ways to improve website accessibility is to add meaningful alternative text (alt text) to images. Alt text allows screen readers to describe images to users who are blind or have low vision. Without it, these users miss out on important visual information. WordPress Tip: When uploading an image in […]