Starting with the Microsoft Office 2010 version, there is a new tool for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint called the Accessibility Checker. This tool reviews documents for many accessibility issues that can make the document challenging for a user with a disability. The Accessibility Checker identifies accessibility errors and provides step-by-step instructions on how the errors can be resolved.
To access the Accessibility Checker in Microsoft Office 2010, 2013, and 2016:
- Click File (Alt + F)
- Click Info (Alt + I)
- Click the Check for Issues button. (Alt + I)
- Select Check Accessibility from the drop-down menu (Use the up and/or down arrow keys to select Check Accessibility and click Enter)
- The Accessibility Checker appears next to your document. Click on an issue listed in the checker for more information on how to fix the issue and why it is important.
For more information about the accessibility checker, go to the Accessibility Checker article on the Office website.