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Accessibility in PowerPoint: Links

Helps users understand the link’s purpose without reading the full URL. Screen readers read the hyperlink text, so descriptive links provide better context.  

Best Practices for Links:

  • Highlight the text you want to turn into a link (e.g., "WCAG2.2").  

  • Press Ctrl + K or go to Insert and select Link.  

  • In the Insert Hyperlink window:  

  • Paste the URL in the Address field.  

  • Ensure the Text to Display is meaningful and describes the link’s purpose.  

  • Click OK to insert the hyperlink.  

A screenshot has been added for reference to visually demonstrate how to insert a descriptive hyperlink in MS PowerPoint. 

 

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For more information check: The Importance of “Links” for Accessibility      

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Additional Tips 

For more information, check out the WCAG 2.2 for detailed guidance on ensuring your web and document content is fully accessible. 

 

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