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Accessibility essentials for GIS and mapping
ArcGIS Instant Apps
Learn how to use accessible basemaps, color schemes, and alternative text map descriptions to design inclusive and user-friendly experiences.
Accessibility Resources
Esri Accessibility articles and blogs
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Blog postDesigning and testing for accessibility
ArcGIS
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Blog postMapping the way to digital accessibility
ArcGIS
Esri integrates accessibility into the software development lifecycle to ensure ArcGIS products are compatible with assistive technologies. -
Blog postImproving dashboard accessibility
ArcGIS Dashboards
Explore key strategies, like using proper headline structure and ensuring color contrast, to make your dashboards inclusive and user friendly. -
Blog postWorkflows for building accessible Instant Apps
ArcGIS Instant Apps
Discover practical tips to enhance accessibility in ArcGIS Instant Apps using HTML and CSS customizations. -
Blog postAccessible labels with ArcGIS web apps
Mapping
Using accessible labels for images and graphics in web apps allows for better accessibility for all users. -
Blog postBuild accessible apps with JS Maps SDK and Calcite
ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript
Make your web apps accessible with these examples that use the ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript and Calcite Design System. -
Blog postCreating accessible PDFs in ArcGIS Pro
ArcGIS Pro
Create accessible PDFs in ArcGIS Pro to make layouts available to a wider audience. -
Blog postWeb accessibility best practices for Survey123
ArcGIS Survey123
Learn basic guidelines and best practices for creating accessible surveys with Survey123. -
Interactive storyGetting started with accessible storytelling
ArcGIS StoryMaps
Learn how to tell accessible stories in ArcGIS StoryMaps by considering color, typography, structure, media, and cartography. -
ArticleDesigning for accessibility
ArcGIS Hub
Design your ArcGIS Hub or ArcGIS Enterprise sites with accessibility in mind to provide the best experience for all users. -
Blog postWorking with Enhanced Contrast basemaps
ArcGIS Living Atlas of the World
Start using the Enhanced Contrast basemaps from ArcGIS Living Atlas to improve the contrast and visibility of basemap features.
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Esri Accessibility videos and presentations
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Teaching accessibility for GIS apps
ArcGIS Online
Ensure your students' maps and apps are designed to be accessible to diverse user groups. -
Accessibility essentials for GIS and mapping
ArcGIS
Discover digital accessibility essentials for improving mapping and data visualizations and ensuring compliance with accessibility criteria. -
Building accessible web apps
ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript
Use new accessibility capabilities in the Maps SDK and Calcite Design System to incorporate accessibility into your solutions. -
Best practices for web app accessibility
ArcGIS Online
Learn how to optimize your content for screen readers, keyboard navigation, and other assistive technologies across ArcGIS Online. -
Enhance Web App Accessibility with Instant Apps
ArcGIS Instant Apps
Learn how to use existing Instant Apps templates and features to enhance the accessibility of your web apps for more inclusive mapping. -
Accessibility testing: The ArcGIS Online approach
ArcGIS Online
Learn about testing for accessibility in web apps as well as introduced to tools to ensure you are developing an inclusive experience.
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Additional accessibility resources
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Accessibility in ArcGIS Pro
Tips on using ArcGIS Pro with a keyboard and employing the offline help system, as well as information about visual modes of operation. -
State of Colorado GIS resources
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MNIT Map Accessibility
This page offers tips and suggestions about accessible map design for static and interactive maps from Minnesota IT Services (MNIT). -
Digital accessibility fundamentals
Enroll in this learning plan from Esri Academy to learn key concepts and techniques for digital accessibility.
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Our community
Visit the Esri Community for Accessibility board to find frequently asked accessibility questions, documents, and blogs.
Accessibility standards and guidelines
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Esri Legal
Statement of Esri's commitment to accessibility for our US and international customers
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ArcGIS Accessibility Blogs
Check in on the latest ArcGIS topics and trends for accessibility in mapping and GIS
Explore accessibility blogs
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