Robin the Mod (fka Josh)Nov 18, 2022

A gentle reminder to folks who are new to Mastodon. In solidarity with those in the disabled community who rely on screen readers, we ask that you:

* Add alt text/image descriptions when you post media
* Capitalize the first letter of every word in a hashtag #LikeThis
* Avoid emojis in your display name

UPDATE: So many great questions! Please check the replies to see if your question has been asked and answered ❤️

#StrongerTogether #Accessibility #AltText #Disability #Solidarity #FediTips

Show threadsebastian büttrichNov 18, 2022

@josh
just curious - rule #2 is for

BetterReadability ?
EasierToTellWhatItMeans ?

Show threadSabrinaDentDec 28, 2022
@sebastian @josh Pronunciation as two words by screen readers.
Show threadMark DilleyJul 24, 2023
@josh @sabrinadent @sebastian I have been interested in this as a reason to do it. Confirming this is the case.
Show threadSabrinaDentJul 24, 2023
@MarkDilley @josh @sebastian I don't understand. Are you making a statement or asking a question?
Show threadMark DilleyJul 24, 2023
@josh @sebastian @sabrinadent question
Show threadSabrinaDentJul 25, 2023
@MarkDilley @josh @sebastian #CamelCaseHashtags are pronounced as distinct words by screen readers. I don't know what else to tell you.
Show threadsebastian büttrich

@sabrinadent @MarkDilley @josh

Thanks - yes, I understood #CamelCase and #ScreenReaders now.

Jul 25, 2023 at 4:29amWeb