Accessible Document Decision Tree Accessible Document Decision Tree The Accessible Document Decision Tree can help provide guidance on helping you decide which type of document is your information best suited for. This Decision Tree is created by the NC Higher Ed Digital Accessibility Collaborative Does your document need to be printed? Yes No Provide all of the pertinent information in an accessible version such as a web page, Word Document, Google Doc, spreadsheet, etc. And provide a downloadable, print-ready PDF. Note: Many students are not printing documents, rather there is an increased use of mobile devices so it is imperative that documents are mobile friendly. Will the document be updated periodically? Yes No Is it primarily text and created as a text document (Word, Google)? Yes No Yes and sharing restrictions are not a concern, maintain the original source document and share in that format. Yes and sharing restrictions are a minor concern: Share source text document with sharing options restricted. Yes, sharing restrictions are a primary concern: Engage your institution’s resources to learn what tools and best security practices you should follow. Add your content on a web page instead of in a document. Was it created as a PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation? Yes No If Yes then share in an accessible version of this original format. Note: Sharing documents via Google Slides or Office 365 can allow you to keep those shared files up to date without resending to your audience. Tip: Provide a shortened link with a meaningful file name to make your shared document easier to access. Could your document be a webpage? Yes No If Yes, then utilize a webpage with real text to share your information. Refrain from posting images of documents, rather include real text on the website. If No, contact your IT or communications department for assistance. Submit If you are human, leave this field blank.
