How do you make a post on Twitter/X accessible?
Quick Links- Turn on 'Image Description Reminders'
This feature reminds you to add alt text to images before you post. If you try posting without alt text, a pop up appears allowing you to add it.
- Go to “Settings and Privacy”.
- Navigate to “Accessibility, Display and Languages”.
- Select “Accessibility”.
- Scroll to find the option “Receive Image Description Reminder”.
- Turn this option on.
Once activated, you will receive reminders to add alt text to your photos.
This is a big deal for those with sight loss as alt text can be used by a screen reader to describe the image to a user.
- Describe your links
When Twitter rebranded to X, the way links were displayed changed. Instead of getting the text of the headline such as 5 accessibility tips you need to know, you now just get the web address such as https://vially.io.
If you just post a link, the user has no idea what the link you shared is about. Make sure to describe what someone can expect if they click a link. This makes life easier for those with disabilities, but your able-bodied customers will benefit too.
Vially Can Help
If you are ready to make your company more accessible, are unsure if your company complies with required laws, or just have questions you’d like answered, Vially is here to help
Email hello@Vially.io and we’ll be happy to lend a hand.
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