Empower All Users, Part Four: A Practical Guide to Inclusive Design
Shattering the myth that accessible design is hard. It doesn’t have to be!
Learning to design with accessibility and inclusion in mind is not something that happens overnight (hence the lengthy article). It involves knowing how to conduct research with empathy and regularly revisiting design principles. It’s rare to “get it right” the first time: it’s ultimately a process of trial and error. However, it is not as daunting a task as some professionals (stakeholders, more than likely) would make it out to be. After all, we are designers. We never stop learning.
That aside, some of the following guidelines may seem like no-brainers to seasoned vets of the industry: design for real people, design for clarity, and conduct tests early and often. But when designing with accessibility in mind, some extra thought and consideration are required. By learning, implementing, and testing these guidelines (and rinsing and repeating!), you will be well on your way to designing digital products that are open to everyone.
So settle down, strap in, and let’s get inclusive!
Design for people first 🤝
Good design starts with good research. The goal of user research is to get an…
