Creating Accessible ContentSensory Characteristics

Instructions for understanding and using content must not rely solely on sensory characteristics.

What is a Sensory Characteristic

An attribute that is perceived by a single sense. For example:

• Colour
• Size
• Shape
• Location
• Sound

Understanding the Challenges

Some people can't process information that relies solely on audio or visual cues.

For example:

• Click the green button. (Colour)
• For more information, read the small print further down. (Size/Location)
• Please wait for the tone to sound before you start. (Sound)

Solution

Provide additional context.

E.g. instead of Green button say Start button. A text label doesn't rely on colour perception, and can be read out by a screen-reader.

Examples