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Accessibility Considerations for Padlet
Since the University of Lincoln made Padlet available to staff and students in the 20/21 academic year, Padlet has made considerable progress toward improving the accessibility of the platform, aligning with the WCAG 2.2 standards.
Please find below some of the key improvements that have been released and access to official documentation regarding Padlet’s accessibility statement:
Note the below text is taken directly from Padlet communications.
Improved zoom and reflow: Issues with zooming beyond 100% have been addressed, with improved support for text resizing and reflow. While certain modals may still present challenges at 200% zoom, we are actively working on refining this to ensure smooth interaction across the platform.
Keyboard navigation: Padlet now fully supports keyboard navigation across all boards. Users can create posts, edit settings, and manage other key functions using just a keyboard. This eliminates the need for a mouse, making the platform significantly more accessible for users with mobility impairments.
Color contrast enhancements: Key elements on Padlet now offer improved color contrast, although some non-text components may still fall short of the minimum contrast thresholds. For those needing further adjustments, the “High Contrast” browser extension remains a recommended workaround.
Screen reader compatibility: Major improvements have been made in the way the Padlet board interacts with screen readers. Labels and landmarks have been enhanced to improve navigation, and appropriate headings have been assigned throughout the site. A skip-to-content link is now available, allowing users to bypass repetitive content and access the main section of a page more easily. For more detailed tips on optimizing accessibility when using screen readers, please refer to our FAQ page: [Link to FAQ].
Alt text for images: The addition of descriptive alt text for images and other multimedia is now fully supported, providing a more seamless experience for visually impaired users who rely on assistive technologies.
Automatic video captioning: Automatic captioning is now available for videos, ensuring better accessibility for users who are deaf or hard of hearing. Although captions may require manual edits for precision, this feature makes multimedia content far more accessible.
Note the above text is taken directly from Padlet communications.
For a detailed overview of Padlet’s accessibility, please review the following: