TamDid you know that if you capitalize each word in a multi-word hashtag, #ScreenReaders can read them as words, but if you leave them lowercase, they can't? Well, now you know! So, for #accessibility, please capitalize words when there's more than one in a hashtag.
Mary@Tam5 Thanks for the tip. Is there a guide on what to do to make posts more accessible? I’m embarrassed to admit I’ve given this very little thought.
@maryeffrancis Great question!
Some basics of social media #accessibility that are useful for pretty much all platforms:
- capitalize each word in multi-word hashtags
- add alt text to your images. Actually describe the image; don't just use the space for jokes or Easter eggs
- don't overuse emojis (the screen reader reads each one)
- if you create videos, caption them
- if you share a video that doesn't have captions, provide a description
@Tam5 thank you!