Screen reader users often rely on headings to move quickly through content and locate information efficiently.
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.”
Heading structure is an important accessibility feature that improves readability and navigation in documents, webpages, and PDFs. Screen reader users often rely on headings to move quickly through content and locate information efficiently.
Instead of increasing font size or making text bold manually, use built-in heading styles in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and other platforms. Organizing content with clear heading levels creates a more consistent experience for students and the public and supports accessibility compliance.
Review your documents to ensure headings follow a logical structure.