Lists

Issue/Question

Title II ADA Compliance: Lists

Why is it Important?

  • Ensures screen readers can identify and announce list items properly.
  • Improves navigation and comprehension for all users.
  • Maintains consistent formatting across platforms.

Environment

  • Use lists when presenting grouped information, steps or items that benefit from visual and structural clarity.

Cause

Title II ADA Compliance

Resolution

How To Use It

Use Built-in list formatting tools in Word or other editors (bullet of numbered lists) instead of manually typing symbols or numbers.

Example

Use the bullet list tool so screen readers can recognize each item as part of a structured list.

Use the numbered list when sequence matters. Numbered lists help screen reader users understand that the order is important.

 

Not Accessible

* BHSU

* Yellowjackets

Accessible
  • BHSU
  • Yellowjackets
  1. BHSU 
  2. Yellowjackets

Tips for Checking Accessibility

Check the document manually to confirm lists were created using the built-in list tools (bullets or numbering).

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