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Building PDF/UA-compliant documents correctly from the start
Accessible PDFs are a key component of inclusive digital communication. To ensure PDF documents are accessible for people with visual, reading, or cognitive impairments, they must be structured correctly in the layout software. Adobe InDesign provides powerful tools for this—provided they are used properly.
In this hands-on seminar, you will learn how to create accessible PDFs directly from Adobe InDesign. The focus is on setting up documents from the beginning so they meet the requirements of the PDF/UA standard, BITV 2.0, and WCAG 2.2. You will discover how to efficiently comply with legal requirements and optimize your workflow for long-term success.
Our experienced trainers will show you:
- How to build accessible InDesign layouts
- How to correctly set up structures, tags, and reading orders
- How to export and check accessible PDFs
- How to avoid common mistakes early on
Your Benefits at a Glance
- Practical training for creating accessible PDFs with Adobe InDesign
- Confidence in handling PDF/UA, BITV 2.0, and WCAG 2.2
- Efficient workflows without extra effort
- Avoiding common accessibility errors during layout
- Optimal preparation for checks in Adobe Acrobat
- Participation possible on-site or live online
Seminar Content
Basics & Standards
- Requirements for accessible PDFs
- Overview: PDF/UA, BITV 2.0, WCAG 2.2
Workspace & Document Preparation
- Setting up an optimal InDesign workspace
- Preparing simple and complex InDesign documents
- Handling tables in accessible layouts
Structure & Layout
- Structuring layouts with paragraph and character styles
- Working with threaded text frames
- Correct use of anchored objects
Navigation & Orientation
- Creating an automatic table of contents
- Generating bookmarks
- Using the Articles panel to control reading order
Tags & Content
- Assigning tags for headings, text elements, and tables
- Adding alternative text for images
- Handling non-text elements
- Correct implementation of special characters, lists, and numbered structures
Export & Check
- Correct object export and PDF export options
- Adding relevant metadata
- Checking accessibility in Adobe Acrobat
- Reviewing tags and reading order
- Integrating additional checking and optimization tools
Target Audience
This seminar is aimed at:
- Staff in graphic design, layout, and publishing
- Marketing and communications departments
- Agencies and companies producing PDF publications
- Anyone who wants to create accessible PDFs with Adobe InDesign
Prerequisites
- Basic knowledge of Adobe InDesign
