For some people, infographics make information easier to read and understand by visually highlighting key facts.
But for people with many types of visual or cognitive disabilities, infographics can make it harder to receive information. Poor design choices (low-contrast text, not enough spacing) might even impair comprehension for people without disabilities.
Make your infographic readable by everyone with these accessibility guidelines
- Add alt text to your images (WebAIM: Alternative Text)
- Make sure text can be read by a screen reader (you should be able to highlight and copy it)
- Use a clear and large enough font
- Use high-contrast colors (WebAIM Contrast Checker)
- Don't rely on color to convey meaning (WebAIM: Accessible Images)
- Share a link to your infographic online instead of downloading it as an image (Piktochart: Inclusive Design: How to Make Your Visuals Accessible to All)
- Consider providing a text or audio description of your entire infographic as an alternative to the visual display
