Accessibility in Writing: How to Create Accessible Documentation That Works for Everyone
It started with a simple door. For a long time, the only way into the building was to pull the door open. That worked for most people, but not for everyone, so someone added an automatic door button. Then something interesting happened: parents with strollers started using it, along with people carrying coffee or laptops, and delivery workers with loaded carts. On busy days, almost everyone did.
This is what is called thecurb-cut effect. When you design something for people with disabilities, you usually make life easier for everyone else too. The same thing happens with documentation. Clear alt text, real headings, meaningful link text, and readable contrast all help people who use assistive technology, and they also make your docs easier for anyone to scan, search, and understand.
The curb-cut effect — a feature built for one group ends up helping many
This article walks through practical...
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