Digital Accessibility for PowerPoints

Learn how to ensure your presentations are accessible for all

An instructor teaches in front of a projector screen with a PowerPoint slide.

PowerPoint Accessibility Checker

Whether you are giving a presentation or distributing it digitally, incorporating accessibility into your design allows everyone to have equal access to the information.

Microsoft PowerPoint provides a built-in accessibility checker that will identify accessibility errors, warnings, and tips to make your document more accessible.  In addition, this feature offers “how-to” instructions to fix accessibility issues.

Tutorials on Designing PowerPoints

Tips for Giving Accessible Presentations

  • If possible, provide the digital version of the PowerPoint to participants ahead of time
  • Say all of the information shown aloud
    • Avoid phrases like "as you can see."
  • Provide accurate captions for all video content