Check document tags, reading order, alternative text, and heading structure.
Digital accessibility begins with awareness and action across the UMB community. New federal regulations that take effect in April 2027 require public universities, including UMB, to ensure that their websites, course content, digital documents, and online tools are accessible to the public and students with disabilities to access our programs, services, and activities. We will be sharing information and tips in “The Elm Weekly.”
PDFs are one of the most common document formats shared online, but inaccessible PDFs can create significant barriers for students and members of the public with disabilities. Adobe Acrobat includes tools to check document tags, reading order, alternative text, and heading structure.
Accessible PDFs support screen reader navigation and improve usability across devices. Whenever possible, start with an accessible source document before converting files to PDF.
Use Acrobat accessibility tools before publishing PDFs online.