How Do Accessible Overlays Impact Assistive Technology? (Digital Accessibility Webinar)

Wednesday, March 19, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. PT

Accessibility Overlays from companies like accessiBe, UserWay, and others seem like a quick fix to help you achieve WCAG compliance. However, have you ever wondered how they impact assistive technology users? Join Michael Parker from Access Ingenuity as they demonstrate the impact of accessibility overlays on screen readers and other assistive technology users and explain why developing accessible websites is a much better approach than implementing accessibility overlays.

Learning Outcomes

  • Learn the impact of accessibility overlays on screen reader users.
  • Understand the difference between designing an accessible website and using an accessibility overlay.
  • Learn how to disable accessibility overlays. 

Zoom Webinar Information:

Get a Reminder - Add to Your Calendar

Apple  •  Google  •  Office 365  •  Outlook  •  Yahoo

Go Back to Previous Page

Continue Reading

  • Tips for Navigating the Web with JAWS

    In this article, we've curated a set of important tips to perfect your web browsing experience with JAWS. Getting insider information about quick keys, forms, and table navigation, harnessing the power of the Virtual Cursor, and extra settings to master browsing the web with JAWS.

    Tips for Navigating the Web with JAWS

    In this article, we've curated a set of important tips to perfect your web browsing experience with JAWS. Getting insider information about quick keys, forms, and table navigation, harnessing the power of the Virtual Cursor, and extra settings to master browsing the web with JAWS.

  • Creating Accessible Source Files in Microsoft Word for PDF Remediation

    This article explores Microsoft Word tools for enhancing document accessibility, including styles, list-making features, visual spacing, image placement, alt text, and simple tables. It also discusses the importance of color contrast and provides guidance on converting Word documents to accessible PDFs.

    Creating Accessible Source Files in Microsoft Word for PDF Remediation

    This article explores Microsoft Word tools for enhancing document accessibility, including styles, list-making features, visual spacing, image placement, alt text, and simple tables. It also discusses the importance of color contrast and provides guidance on converting Word documents to accessible PDFs.

  • Creating Effective PDF Accessibility Training

    This article highlights the importance of PDF accessibility training and provides steps to streamline the process. It covers identifying document creators and tools, determining training needs, creating accessible templates, and establishing an internal review process. By following these steps, organizations can create an inclusive digital environment.

    Creating Effective PDF Accessibility Training

    This article highlights the importance of PDF accessibility training and provides steps to streamline the process. It covers identifying document creators and tools, determining training needs, creating accessible templates, and establishing an internal review process. By following these steps, organizations can create an inclusive digital environment.

1 3