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Accessible labels with ArcGIS web apps
Mapping
Using accessible labels for images and graphics in web apps allows for better accessibility for all users.
Accessibility Resources
Stay informed about accessible technology
Whether you are creating, managing, or analyzing data, your projects are important to us. We want to ensure that you are equipped with appropriate resources to understand and improve your accessibility. Read the articles and blogs about various accessibility topics and ArcGIS products. View presentations and videos ranging from the basics to advanced accessibility topics. Esri innovation in products and services is directly inspired by our customers, so we encourage you to connect with us about accessibility by emailing EsriAccessibility@esri.com or submitting a contact form at the bottom of this page.
Esri Accessibility articles and blogs
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Blog postEnhance web app accessibility with Instant Apps
ArcGIS Instant Apps
Learn how to make web apps instantly accessible with guidance on how to implement templates from ArcGIS Instant Apps. -
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. -
ArticleUsing GIS to help Philadelphians with disabilities
ArcGIS Instant Apps
Two Philadelphia city employees set out to use GIS and Instant Apps to improve accessibility for residents with disabilities. -
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. -
Blog postImproving color blindness accessibility
ArcGIS Pro
Test your maps in ArcGIS Pro to ensure they can be accessible to all users, including those with color vision deficiency. -
Blog postBuilding accessibility into your web maps
ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript
Enhance your web maps and learn to make them accessible to a wider audience using live regions and descriptions in Java Maps SDK. -
Blog postMapping with accessibility: 8 key hacks
Accessibility
Learn different techniques to improve accessibility in mapping from the team at Esri UK.
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Esri Accessibility videos and presentations
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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. -
Web Accessibility Best Practices Webinar
This webinar introduces the basics of web accessibility for GIS professionals and will show how to incorporate accessibility into daily work. -
Accessibility: An Overview
Accessibility
Attend this on-demand workshop to learn more about accessibility essentials and testing best practices using WCAG and Section 508 criteria. -
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. -
Accessible Web Apps: ARIA, WCAG and 508
ArcGIS Maps SDK for JavaScript
Learn the basics of web accessibility implementation from a developers perspective using the ArcGIS API for JavaScript. -
Accessibility and ArcGIS
ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro
Explore features across several ArcGIS products to understand how to better implement accessibility in web, desktop, and mobile software.
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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. -
WebAIM Contrast Checker
This page features a color and contrast checker provided by WebAIM. -
MNIT Map Accessibility
This page offers tips and suggestions about accessible map design for static and interactive maps from Minnesota IT Services (MNIT). -
ITI VPAT Editions
ITI VPAT is the leading global reporting format for ICT products and services with accessibility features.
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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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Notice – Esri is providing these hyperlinks as a convenience to Esri end users for the sole purpose of assisting them. Esri has not verified the contents of these websites.
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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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