\uD83D\uDCD8 Instructions
Section 4.1: Creating Links
When creating accessible links, it is very important that they are easy to identify and are not URLs. To make them visible for readers with disabilities, have the link stand out a little. A good way to make the link stand out is by underlining the link, and maybe changing the color. To do this,
Copy a URL into Microsoft Word.
Right-Click the URL and click Edit Hyperlink.
In the Edit Hyperlink Box, go to the Text to Display box and type in a name for the URL. Make it simple, like YouTube Homepage, or Fredonia Homepage.
Rules to follow when creating links
Rule 1: Always include meaningful text.
This link only has a URL, and no meaningful text to tell the reader where the link will take them.
This link displays meaningful text “Fredonia Homepage”. It is easy for anyone to read it and know what will happen if they click on it.
Rule 2: Do not include words like “Click Here” or “This Link”.
This link may look fine, but if someone was navigating just by links, there would not be any context for what the link is for.
This link explains exactly where the link will take a person if clicked. In addition, it makes sense even out of context.
Rule 3: The full hyperlink should be included in the document.
This link does not have a URL hyperlink. If a student were to receive a printed copy of your document, they would not have a way to access the link.
The full URL hyperlink has been included. Now students with printed copies will know where to go for the website.
Rule 4: You may use a full URL if you are using it as an example. Just be sure to not make the URL a link.