Accessibility does not always require special tools. Often, it starts with simple habits.

Here are a few easy practices you can apply to any OpenLab site:

  • Add clear alt text to every image describing what is shown
  • Use headings in order, starting with Heading 2 under your title
  • Avoid using color alone to communicate meaning
  • Write descriptive link text such as “View the final project report” instead of “Click here”
  • Break long paragraphs into shorter, readable sections

These small changes improve usability for screen reader users, mobile readers, and anyone scanning your content quickly.

Accessibility is about inclusion. When we design content with care, we create a more welcoming OpenLab community.

If you have questions about accessibility features or best practices, the OpenLab team is here to help.

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Photo Credit: “abstract” by Cuba Gallery, June 2010 via Flickr under the license CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.